Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 11:48     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
A good rule of thumb is if it's too cold, hot whatever for you it is for your nanny
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 11:47     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny in a large metropolitan area with great public transportation. However it is still extremely frustrating to use said transportation with a one year old and massive stroller. There are some gymboree-type things in our area and we try to go when we can, taking the bus.

This is not a problem when the weather is alright, but what about when it rains? My MB today asked if we are going to the gym - I said it depends on the rain, and she gave me a snappy response about it being very close and not really cold out.

Look, I get it. I want to do stuff too. But SHE takes her car when they go places - I don't have that luxury. Should she be able to dictate where we go despite weather??


So you don't take your charge to paid activities or classes because it is raining out?
Gosh, wonder how the other kids make it anywhere in the rain.
And at what age does the kid go to class in the rain?

Net/net, time to grow up and do your job.


How they make it in the rain? They drive.lol
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 10:20     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Wear the baby and get a large umbrella.

I trust my nanny to do what's best for her and my son, staying in isn't the worst thing if you're a creative nanny. However, it's not THAT difficult to get out.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 09:08     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Anonymous wrote:Nobody melts in the rain. I wouldn't ask you to go take a walk in the rain but I would definitely ask you to continue going to classes or story times or what have you despite rain.


Yes, this. It's just rain for crying out loud.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 04:52     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
I think it is quite rude and inconsiderate for your boss to expect you to take your charge out in inclimate weather. Rainy days should be spent indoors. This is just basic common sense to me. Guess for her, not so much.

Just let your momboss know that you do not think it is a good idea for you and your charge to go outside when the weather is not nice. Not only are things harder to do, but it could be dangerous as well as you both could get sick.

I honestly wouldn't do it, unless I was being paid a very pretty penny to do so. And it would have to be wrapped up in a bow.

P.S. Why can't she let you drive her child instead of taking the city bus? I don't get it.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2015 00:49     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Nobody melts in the rain. I wouldn't ask you to go take a walk in the rain but I would definitely ask you to continue going to classes or story times or what have you despite rain.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 21:35     Subject: Re:Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Just say no, OP. Don't make it a question or discussion. You do not walk in pouring rain with a baby. End of discussion.


My MB wanted me to walk my charge, then six months old, 1.5 miles in 95 degree heat with 90% humidity to his Music Together class. I said no - it was too hot. Period.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 21:26     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Anonymous wrote:I am a nanny in a large metropolitan area with great public transportation. However it is still extremely frustrating to use said transportation with a one year old and massive stroller. There are some gymboree-type things in our area and we try to go when we can, taking the bus.

This is not a problem when the weather is alright, but what about when it rains? My MB today asked if we are going to the gym - I said it depends on the rain, and she gave me a snappy response about it being very close and not really cold out.

Look, I get it. I want to do stuff too. But SHE takes her car when they go places - I don't have that luxury. Should she be able to dictate where we go despite weather??


So you don't take your charge to paid activities or classes because it is raining out?
Gosh, wonder how the other kids make it anywhere in the rain.
And at what age does the kid go to class in the rain?

Net/net, time to grow up and do your job.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 21:25     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
I'm with you op. My MB is semi reasonable. She wants me to walk really far but she says to drove if it rains. I have noticed if it's hot or extremely cold they ask me to walk wherever ( to tire the kids out) nut if I am at home finishing laundry or something they will drive to do the same task. All of a sudden them being worn out isn't so important.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 15:27     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
OP...I'm on your side here. I don't go anywhere in the rain and have never been required to do so. It's a rare day when it rains the entire day so we get out at some point during the day. If that means we miss a class then we do because it's ridiculous for anyone to expect nanny and infant to go out in the pouring rain.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 15:11     Subject: Re:Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
I think people are missing the point of my post. Yes, I could buy my own stroller for the rain - but why is that the nannies responsibility? When MB goes to work and they tell her to use a desk, does she have to bring it herself? Why is it ok to dictate that your nanny get soaking wet in the rain? I'm not talking about mist and drizzle. How is this reasonable and why are there so many people on this board who seem to think that simply because a nanny is paid for her time she is basically as good as a dog and can be treated as such?
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 14:35     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Buy your own:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/bab/5004809646.html

Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 14:07     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Anonymous wrote:Nanny is expected to do her job. If you don't want to work when it rains please let MB know so she can hire a teen mothers helper instead and save some money.


OP here. Never said anything about not wanting to do my job. Saying that when it is REQUIRED to transport a baby who requires a stroller, and it is raining, and the nanny has to walk not only to the bus and back in the rain but from the bus to the location and back, I don't think it's ridiculous to 1) not want to walk in pouring rain, and 2) not be snapped at. In addition, they will not buy another stroller because they have a car to use as well so they don't care if it is good for rain or not.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 14:04     Subject: Re:Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don't feel nannies should be obligated to do an activity just because the parents want that particular thing done - if we are playing and learning and doing something then I think it should be left to nanny's discretion. If you don't trust your nanny to engage your child in appropriate activities and feel the need to dictate exactly what the day will consist of, maybe you shouldn't have a nanny.


You would not be the right nanny for me. My kids like classes, and they aren't free. The nanny is free to say that she'd like more unstructured time with the kids, but, no, I would not be down for deciding each week whether or not it's a good day for Music Together.


I don't think you read the post. The class is $10 and the charge is a baby. Your KIDS might like classes but a baby couldn't care less.
Anonymous
Post 05/05/2015 13:59     Subject: Should nanny be expected to walk in the rain?
Nanny is expected to do her job. If you don't want to work when it rains please let MB know so she can hire a teen mothers helper instead and save some money.