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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don't know - a good nanny needs to be a part of the parenting team and a key part of that is communication.  If she's barely talking to you, I am not sure how you are achieving that (and I don't consider text the appropriate medium for serious conversations about anything).  Also, you nanny should be modeling good behavior and manners to your children - I find it bizarre that anyone would think it's okay to be in someone else's home and say nothing, not make eye contact, roll eyes, etc.  At the very least, even if she just doesn't like you for whatever reason, she should be polite.

I think you need to sit her down and have a very clear conversation about what is going on with her and how you can improve the situation to improve her communication.  Does she need an extra ten minutes on the clock on either end of the day to chat?  Does she keep a detailed log?  If so, what are the things she can track in the log vs. the things you would prefer her to discuss in person?

I'd say that if it doesn't improve soon, you need to find a nanny that is a better fit.  There are a lot of nannies who will be great with your kids.  Honestly though, the way you are describing her behavior, I have to assume she's already looking for another job that is a better fit for her for whatever reason.[/quote]

I agree with this.  OP, unless you're just trying to see things that aren't there, if she's not going to communicate with you, then you're going to have to assume that saying nothing and communicating via frustrated texts is going to be it from her.  Not acceptable for someone that's supposed to be part of your parenting team.  Sit her down, have that clear conversation, and if she still can't communicate, then perhaps it's not a good fit for either of you.[/quote]

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