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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We're not new to being a nanny family but due to a recent move we are new to needing our nanny to drive our car.  We used to live in a very walkable area of DC but recently moved out of state to an area that's somewhat walkable (little cafes and a park) but there's not enough to fully entertain everyone during the week.  I'd like our nanny to drive our DD's (3 and 1) but I'm not sure how to handle the car situation. Both DH and I have to drive to work because there's no public transportation so we don't have a car to leave at home.  We stagger our hours and work different schedules so we can't carpool.  Our nanny has her own car and she is willing to drive but I don't feel safe with the kids in her car because it's a very tiny sports car, we live in an area with lots of snow, and everyone else here drives giant SUV's so I'm afraid if something did happen they wouldn't stand a chance.  The other day I drove with her by myself and I also noticed that there are some basic maintenance issues going on with the car (warning lights on, wipers not working so we couldn't see well).  Please don't flame me for being a car snob, I'm not at all, we have an old Toyota ourselves, but I don't know what to do because I want our nanny and the kids to be able to get out but I don't feel safe with them doing it in her car.  Does anyone have any creative solutions?  TIA![/quote]

Before you get to thinking about letting your nanny drive a car in your name consider reading some of the driving related posts on here. Most nannies seem to be horrible drivers, especially in rain, snow, or wind. I would suggest you go with your first thought and let nanny drive her own car, but maybe just start looking for a new nanny with a better car. You said you just moved so I'm sure this nanny hasn't been with you long.[/quote]

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