Nanny for two infants?

[Anonymous]

I'm new to the nannying world. I'm trying to find a nanny starting in the fall for my infant and would like to do a nanny share. The only problem is the family that I'd like to do the share with has an infant as well - our babies are only 3 weeks apart. Does anyone have any knowledge of hiring a nanny for two infants? Do nannies, in general, shy away from this type of situation? I'm assuming people with multiples must have nannies too! Thanks in advance.

[Anonymous]

This is one of the more common share situations. While it is tough in some ways and definitely your kid will have to wait sometimes because the other baby is being diapered, burped, etc., it also allows both kids to be on the same schedule so that they can nap well without another kid playing or crying nearby and so that they can get outside during the day instead of constantly being home because it is somebody's naptime (that may not seem to matter but they will be toddlers before you know it and NEED active play).

[Anonymous]

Most nannies are ok with that, you do not have a problem. Find a nanny with great experience.

[Anonymous]

Great for a nanny with twin experience.

[Anonymous]

Each parent should do a trial day alone juggling the two babies. Then come back here to say what a terrific way to go!

Maybe experienced nannies have special magical powers.

[Anonymous]

I am a nanny who works at home (home daycare - not in the US) and I have 4 babies in my care everyday.
2 infants and 2 toddlers, it works great but I am very organized

You will be fine!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Each parent should do a trial day alone juggling the two babies. Then come back here to say what a terrific way to go!

Maybe experienced nannies have special magical powers.

Are you a nanny? Have you never cared for more than one child? First off, nannies do have magical powers compared to most first-time parents. It's why we were hired. Secondly, unless you have a one-to-one nanny-child ratio, your kid will have to wait sometimes but the easiest way to juggle teo is for them to be one the same routine. As a twin nanny, it is MUCH easier to care for twins than a baby and a 3yo.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Each parent should do a trial day alone juggling the two babies. Then come back here to say what a terrific way to go!

Maybe experienced nannies have special magical powers.

Are you a nanny? Have you never cared for more than one child? First off, nannies do have magical powers compared to most first-time parents. It's why we were hired. Secondly, unless you have a one-to-one nanny-child ratio, your kid will have to wait sometimes but the easiest way to juggle teo is for them to be one the same routine. As a twin nanny, it is MUCH easier to care for twins than a baby and a 3yo.

As a parent of twins, i agree 100%. I have 4 kids. The twins are 5 years younger than my middle child. Had the twins when my older 2 were in school. Twin were so much easier than the first 2 who are 22 months apart.

In an ideal world, I'd have had twins two times to get to my 4 kids.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Each parent should do a trial day alone juggling the two babies. Then come back here to say what a terrific way to go!

Maybe experienced nannies have special magical powers.

Are you a nanny? Have you never cared for more than one child? First off, nannies do have magical powers compared to most first-time parents. It's why we were hired. Secondly, unless you have a one-to-one nanny-child ratio, your kid will have to wait sometimes but the easiest way to juggle teo is for them to be one the same routine. As a twin nanny, it is MUCH easier to care for twins than a baby and a 3yo.

I've worked with both twins and shares. Twins are infinitely easier. Each child is in their own home, and accustomed to accommodating each other with the same parents.

In shares, I always feel sorry for the visiting child who always has a hard time napping in a strange environment. It's impossible to hold one baby for hours without neglecting the other baby. Parents are clueless about this. But it's a bargain arrangement for them, and maybe a slightly higher wage for the nanny.

The babies are the ones who suffer the most during the time they need to be learning about security and trust. I no longer accept shares with two babies for that reason.

Think about it.