Anonymous
04/16/2013 22:40
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
Remember: You are not really obligated or even expected to give your boss a gift. It can be seen as trying to "kiss butt."
If you view her as your true friend, and want to give her a little something why not something homemade from you and the kids?
If you buy her something expensive, she will most likely feel uncomfortable.
Do not offer to baby~sit for free. That is like telling your boss you will work for free on his birthday. It just isn't done.
A nice craft would be a pic of the kids in a homemade picture frame saying, "Happy Birthday!!" Or maybe a personalized photo album w/the kids doing fun things or sharing a special milestone.
Whatever you choose, it is best to put thought over cost into your unique gift!!
Have fun and good luck OP!
If you view her as your true friend, and want to give her a little something why not something homemade from you and the kids?
If you buy her something expensive, she will most likely feel uncomfortable.
Do not offer to baby~sit for free. That is like telling your boss you will work for free on his birthday. It just isn't done.
A nice craft would be a pic of the kids in a homemade picture frame saying, "Happy Birthday!!" Or maybe a personalized photo album w/the kids doing fun things or sharing a special milestone.
Whatever you choose, it is best to put thought over cost into your unique gift!!
Have fun and good luck OP!
Anonymous
04/16/2013 14:34
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
I agree w/ the others. I'm an MB and when my nanny buys me gifts I always feel uncomfortable. But a picnic w/ the kids, or flowers, or a fun excursion we can all do together are great ideas.
You could plan a fun activity that she can do w/ her kids and document it w/ pictures. Or you can try to teach the kids something (b'day song or dance or something like that) to perform for her.
You could plan a fun activity that she can do w/ her kids and document it w/ pictures. Or you can try to teach the kids something (b'day song or dance or something like that) to perform for her.
Anonymous
04/15/2013 20:11
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
Flowers and a card is perfect.
Anonymous
04/15/2013 18:04
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
Just give her flowers that the kids help you pick out, with a card from all of you.
I don't want any sort of big gift from my nanny.
I don't want any sort of big gift from my nanny.
Anonymous
04/15/2013 15:40
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
If you know her work schedule, why not pack a picnic lunch for her and the kids?
You could do something extra around the house or errands wise while they have a nice lunch together?
You could do something extra around the house or errands wise while they have a nice lunch together?
Anonymous
04/15/2013 15:25
Subject: Gift for MB's bday?
Here's my situation, MB's bday is in 3 weeks but I want to plan ahead.
She works from home.
^so I see her everyday, talk with her frequently, and even consider her a friend.
I've been with their family for 4 years this month.
I work with two children (4 & 2) and care for both FT.
She isn't big on material possessions (and those she does like/have, I'd never be able to pick out!)
Her husband and her do not go out frequently...when I've offered free date night as part of a gift they've never taken me up on it.
I just don't know what I can do! In the past I've done pics of the kids when we're out or cute pics I've caught when I'm there. I've also done gift certificates for restaurants. But I want something new, but just can't think of a thing!
Anyone have anything fun, creative, or unique?
Oh and baking is out...they eat gluten free and aren't really big on baked goods.
She works from home.
^so I see her everyday, talk with her frequently, and even consider her a friend.
I've been with their family for 4 years this month.
I work with two children (4 & 2) and care for both FT.
She isn't big on material possessions (and those she does like/have, I'd never be able to pick out!)
Her husband and her do not go out frequently...when I've offered free date night as part of a gift they've never taken me up on it.
I just don't know what I can do! In the past I've done pics of the kids when we're out or cute pics I've caught when I'm there. I've also done gift certificates for restaurants. But I want something new, but just can't think of a thing!
Anyone have anything fun, creative, or unique?
Oh and baking is out...they eat gluten free and aren't really big on baked goods.