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[quote=Anonymous]I have worked for two families where at least one parent worked from home. Around the babies 6th or 7th month I noticed the separation anxiety kick in. Here is what MB did that let me know we would work well together: she kissed her crying baby, said that she would be so excited to play at the end of the day when her work was done, then handed the baby over to me and said goodbye. One the third afternoon that she did this the baby did not cry at all. Here are my top tips for making this situation work:

1. Spend time observing your nanny to see how her day flows. Does your LO sit in the high chair, eat from her own tray, wash hands after eating, then go into the nursery for the nap routine? You may want to unwind on your lunch hour with horsey rides and raucous play, your nanny may want to keep the energy level down right before a nap.

2. You must have a dedicated work space away from the common areas, for everyones sake.

3. A sound machine or box fan will help minimize the noise interruptions.

4. Are you SURE you have enough work to do to stay out of your nanny's hair? Or at least a good Netflix queue? If you have a light load I suggest knocking it all out and allowing nanny to go an hour or two early - rather then making six 15 minute forays into the play room.

5. PP recommended you give the nanny a couple weeks to bond with your baby and that is some of the best advice I've heard. Kids are different around their parents, at any age. Weaning onto the bottle is especially difficult if mom is near by. Beyond that, the nanny needs time to just sit with the baby and get to know the baby through close observation.

6. Learn to say this: When nanny is here she sets the rules. She says play time is over/to clean up your toys/it's nap time/etc. - then that's what goes. Outside of a serious lapse in judgement, if you are concerned with your nanny's rules then speak to her at the end of the day away from your kids.

7. Finally, just be kind. You are each learning to be with the other. Extend a bit of mercy when she makes the occasional mistake, knowing that they are bound to happen and she happens to have your eyes around to see it.[/quote]

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