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[quote=nannydebsays]1.  What is the best way to keep the lines of communication open?  Does a weekly sit down help?

Yes, a weekly sit-down is great, and don't let it fall by the wayside 6/12/18 months into the relationship. Another good thing to do is pay attention to how nanny communicates, and accept that her style is what it is - being told you are a poor communicator is no fun at all, and will make nanny reluctant to discuss anything.

2.  How do you keep track of hours?  Does your nanny record them and report them to you or is that an employer responsibility?

If nanny doesn't have set and guaranteed hours, then you do need to record them, and a paper calendar is a great way to do that. I'd suggest you and nanny each keep records, so that any mistakes can be dealt with easily.

3.  What are ways to create the best work environment?  Are there any little perks that make a work environment particularly appealing?

Find out what she likes to drink, and keep it on hand for her. If she will be providing her own food, make sure there is space for her to use in the frig/cabinets/pantry. If you choose to offer to provide food for her, tell her to add it to the grocery list. Say "Good Morning", and thank her at the end of the day. 
 
4.  How do you handle petty cash?  Do you just stick an envelope in a drawer somewhere and periodically refresh it?

It depends how much money she will be spending for you. If she is only paying for the occasional outing/snack/errand, have a cash envelope that you check and refill frequently. She leaves change/receipts for you. If she will be doing a little more spending, like occasional errands, a refillable Visa/MC/Amex gift card is a good choice, and she will again leave receipts for you. If she will be doing household management level spending (groceries, kid clothes, classes, etc.), a credit card linked to your card is a good choice, or a debit card linked to a checking account that you add money to as needed. [/quote]

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