Am Feeling Low Job Morale Now ;(

[Anonymous]

^^It is easier to read paragraphs (for me at least!) than read posts where everything is written in one paragraph.

[Anonymous]

You were in the wrong not to ask her beforehand . It’s her kids she has a right to know if you go to a new persons home . All the nannies posting that their bosses let them have free reign are stupid . Those parents don’t care about their kids . A parent should always know what’s going on with their kids no matter how good the nanny is .

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:^^It is easier to read paragraphs (for me at least!) than read posts where everything is written in one paragraph.

You can still write in paragraphs, OP, but contain them in one post.

Plus a paragraph contains one idea. You don’t simply divide paragraphs willy-nilly. Complete your thought in one paragraph and then move to the next.

Regardless, your entire concern is “much ado about nothing”.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:^^It is easier to read paragraphs (for me at least!) than read posts where everything is written in one paragraph.

You can still write in paragraphs, OP, but contain them in one post.

Plus a paragraph contains one idea. You don’t simply divide paragraphs willy-nilly. Complete your thought in one paragraph and then move to the next.

Regardless, your entire concern is “much ado about nothing”.

+1
This is an epitome of the Sergeant of the “grammar” police.

In writing a college essay or journal op-Ed, I can understand following these grammar rules but for blogs & such, as long as there is no misspelling involved, any writing style is accepted.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:(Cont.):

Sorry!

Going to the same playground every weekday (5x/wk) is not just boring for the kids, but for me too!
Yet the parents are okay w/it.

Now during COVID-19, I take them outside around the neighborhood on their bikes or scooters for a hour each day yet the kids want a change of scenery.
I may need to look for a new family since I feel like I am stuck in a boring rut.
I prefer a position where I can drive so the kids and I can do different things.
I like to switch things up.

I have a 100 percent unblemished driving record.
Yet they still have not let me drive the kids.
I even offered to purchase a car seat I was so bored.

After six yrs, if they won’t let me drive or go to a play group, then back to my original thought....
They absolutely do not trust me as much as I had hoped.

You didn’t clarify the driving rules before you started?

I make sure that any restrictions for the position are listed in the contract, along with the timing and conditions under which the restriction will relax or be lifted. I agree with you, OP, I like giving children a variety of experiences, so driving or taking them on public transit is essential. I’m happy to deal with restrictions for 3-6 months, but then I expect to be allowed to go out of the neighborhood. If the family isn’t willing to write out the restrictions and lifts, then I’m just not a good match. That’s the right time to find that out, not after 6 months.

Btw, why isn’t a 6.5yo walking?!

[Anonymous]

^^OP Here:

Without going into too much detail due to privacy issues - the boy has a congenital heart condition that he is under regular care for.
He needs to take antibiotics 2x/day and has had about eight surgeries total since birth.

His cardiologist also says he does not have a functioning spleen.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:^^OP Here:

Without going into too much detail due to privacy issues - the boy has a congenital heart condition that he is under regular care for.
He needs to take antibiotics 2x/day and has had about eight surgeries total since birth.

His cardiologist also says he does not have a functioning spleen.

Sn explains so much more!

If you know your charge has (physical/medical) sn, why is this even a question?! There’s no way I’d take a medically fragile older child with a toddler to an unknown house, because I can’t control the environment. Now, I’d have no problem inviting them over, but that’s me.

[Anonymous]

^^The child leads a mostly normal childhood.
He was attending public school and was integrated into the regular classroom.
He also belonged to a local church’s Awana club as well as attended several camps during the summer.
(Summer ‘19.)

He had the majority of his surgeries during his first year of life.
His most recent one was about 1.5 yrs. ago.

His parents want him to have as normal a childhood as possible.
Pre-pandemic, a play date would have been fine since he was in school + extra-curricular activities.
Because the Mother had allowed me to take him prior as well.

[Anonymous]

Enough, OP.

You’re posting too much information.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:^^The child leads a mostly normal childhood.
He was attending public school and was integrated into the regular classroom.
He also belonged to a local church’s Awana club as well as attended several camps during the summer.
(Summer ‘19.)

He had the majority of his surgeries during his first year of life.
His most recent one was about 1.5 yrs. ago.

His parents want him to have as normal a childhood as possible.
Pre-pandemic, a play date would have been fine since he was in school + extra-curricular activities.
Because the Mother had allowed me to take him prior as well.

You have an excuse for everything. I’m done.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Enough, OP.

You’re posting too much information.

Yes, after I wrote all of that info yesterday I immediately regretted it as it had very little to do w/my situation’s context.

Anyway ~ I want to say thank you to all those who responded.
I received excellent advice + input.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Enough, OP.

You’re posting too much information.

Yes, after I wrote all of that info yesterday I immediately regretted it as it had very little to do w/my situation’s context.

Anyway ~ I want to say thank you to all those who responded.
I received excellent advice + input.

Report your own posts and ask that they be removed. Just go to your posts and click the report tabs on the bottom. The administrator will remove them immediately. They can also remove the whole thread if the OP requests it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Let it go. It doesn’t mean anything.

Bull! It means everything. Find a new job, give two weeks notice and move on with your life. She does not trust you and does not reflect you and you deserve better. Get out now when you can find a much better position. Be prepared to be let go on the spot.

[Anonymous]

How do you know these people? Just from the playground?

I don't like my kids going in strangers houses. I also don't like not knowing where my kids are.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How do you know these people? Just from the playground?

I don't like my kids going in strangers houses. I also don't like not knowing where my kids are.

Then stay home and take care of them yourself..