Colds and nannies
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Anonymous
| This is the issues. People think “ The help” don’t deserve time off because they pay you, or that we’re not human and that we’re machines that can just keep working. Why don’t you get a backup. Why offer sick time but then constantly bitch about it |
Anonymous
| It’s ludicrous to punish the nanny that your family got sick. Maybe you recovered faster because you were able to fill relax, as you had the nanny there to take care of your children. Perhaps she’s taking longer to recover over the stress of having an employer who has your attitude. Worrying about losing your job while sick (again, because of YOU) can’t be good for getting healthy quickly. You don’t get to decide when someone has been sick “long enough” ... wtf? When more than one of your kids gets ill do they recover in the same rate and at exactly the same time? |
Anonymous
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*fill = fully
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Anonymous
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Some people recover quicker than others from ailments.
Many different factors need to be considered such as age, general health, etc. I think it is wrong to simply assume that your Nanny should be completely recovered in three days just because she had “enough” time to rest. Unless your Nanny does this often - I would trust that she does not feel well enough to come into work. You should have a backup plan for situations such as this. |
Anonymous
This. Having a backup plan is the responsibility of the employer - |
Anonymous
| Daycare would be better for your family, OP. I don’t say that facetiously but you have to have a somewhat flexible schedule to have a nanny. Things happen. It doesn’t sound like you have that, so you need to reconsider your childcare arrangements. |
Anonymous
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Dear Parents,
I am writing to express my interest in the nanny position you advertised on DCUrbanMom.com. My name is Eden, and I currently reside on Wisconsin Ave. I am truly passionate about working with children and would be honored to provide your family with dedicated and loving care. Over the past eight years, I have had the privilege of working as an au pair for a wonderful family of four. During this time, I ensured the children’s safety and well-being while fostering a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment. My responsibilities included organizing daily routines, planning fun and educational activities, and assisting with household management to support the family’s needs. This role has equipped me with invaluable experience in balancing care, structure, and creativity. I bring extensive experience working with children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged. My natural and friendly approach allows me to connect meaningfully with children, while my commitment to their safety and development remains my top priority. Additionally, as a non-smoker who practices healthy habits, I strive to be a positive role model in any household. I would love the opportunity to discuss how my experience can meet your family's needs. If you’re interested, I’d be happy to set up a time for us to speak further at your convenience. Please let me know a time that works best for you, and I will make sure to accommodate it. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you soon and hopefully connecting further. Sincerely, Eden |
Anonymous
Who posted a job? Also, if you were an au pair for 8 years something is up, you can only legally do it for 2 years. Did you stay in the US illegally? Also, this is a bizarre way to try to get a job. |
Anonymous
| You had her work in your household while you were down and out with the flu? And then you set a timer the minute she gets sick because in your eyes she should be all better within 72 hours? LOL good luck with the revolving door of nannies you'll likely be going through over the years. |
Anonymous
Doctor's note... |