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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why are you wearing jewelry to work with children? Why does she know where you go on vacation? Why does she know where you get your hair done?

Perhaps make sure that you are not showing off and bragging?  Wear no jewelry (simple studs and a simple watch would make sense), switch between two different pairs of shoes and get some simple Old Navy crap to work in. After you do all that and stop talking about fancy places you go, THEN say to her "It creates a really awkward moment when you comment about how the salary I earn by working for you allows me to spend on things. Could we please stick to just talking about the job and kids?" [/quote]

I disagree. I'm a nanny and I wear jewelry to work. Nothing extravagant, but I often wear necklaces and earrings, occasionally a ring. I wear tailored jeans and looser cardigans and tops with flats or boots. While I have absolutely nothing against nannies that wear yoga pants to work -- and sometimes I do!! -- I prefer to get dressed for work. It makes me feel better about what I do and it motivates me to do a great job when I feel like sitting on the couch. Look good feel good! (And before I get flamed for not going out with the kids or getting down on the floor, I have two 9 month old twins and can still sit on the floor all day with them or take them for a walk in the stroller in my outfits).

That being said, you should absolutely not have to dress down or leave your favorite purse at home because your MB is making inappropriate comments. Should I not wear my diamond engagement ring? What about the beautiful purse I got from my parents as a college graduation present? I went to Germany for a week last year after I saved up to take the trip for almost an entire year. You are entitled to your belongings, whether you purchased them yourself or they were given to you. Do not feel bad. Honestly, this would bother me because I would feel like my MB is looking down on me and like I am her servant. Yes, I work for her. Yes, she obviously makes more money than I do and she knows exactly how much I make. That doesn't mean I can't save up for something nice for myself or can't go on vacation.

I would tell her it makes you feel uncomfortable. Don't feel you need to hide your more luxurious belongings, but I also would constantly bring them to her attention (though it doesn't seem like you are). Sorry OP :/ MB is tacky and rude. [/quote]

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