6-8 weeks ahead of time.

You're unlikely to find a long-term share if you only want 3 days. You might find another family who wants 3 days, 2 days for each child individually and one day shared.

If you won't need the nanny til April, start looking around Christmas or New Year's.

Hi All!

I'm expecting my first child in late September and don't know when I should start seriously looking for a nanny or nanny share. I'm planning to go back to work April 1 of 2017 on a part time basis (3 days a week).

Any advice on when I should start looking? I have ZERO idea on what I'm doing!! I live in the DC area (Penn Quarter/Chinatown) so not sure if that makes a difference.

Thank you so much for your input and advice!! Much appreciated!

Shannon