single parenting

Single parenting: No partner? No problem!

Raising a child as a single parent can be really stressful and tricky; just like a tightrope walk... Try those valuable tips on how to survive as a newly single parent.

 
  • Set ground rules.

You won’t have anyone else to back

waking up early for school

Waking up early for school: Tips we tried ourselves… and work!

It’s that time of year again… How, after months of sleeping late, do you get the kids used to waking up early? Getting kids to stick to a back-to-school routine can

healthy school lunch choices

Healthy school lunch choices & tips for picky eaters!

Are fussy eaters making your kitchen a battlefield? We've all been there. And many of us still are… Back-to-school time can be a stressful period as it means facing once again the lunch box drama. However, satisfying your kids’ taste buds with simple but nutritious choices is possible;

school-friendly home

Back to school time: organizing a school-friendly home!

From hectic mornings with papers and clothes flying off in every direction to last-minute projects and after-school activities, back-to-school time is certainly an intense period of transition for most parents and kids. A school-friendly nest can really help you calm down and get a little bit more organized

bedtime routine

Bedtime routine for toddlers: tips for the after-the-crib stage!

When our little ones are babies, we stick to the usual safe sleeping practices we all know. But what happens after the infancy stage? Well, there are toddlers who are masters of negotiation (“ten more minutes, please?”), drive their parents nuts at night and are up at the crack of dawn. And there

icebreaker games

Icebreaker games for babysitters & nannies that really work!

Coping with a group of children you don't know can be difficult; well, it is hard for the kids too! But when it comes to childcare, it’s all about creating fun moments and memories. Instead of watching the little ones play, you need to play with them. So get creative, make a fun first impression with

after maternity leave

10 things to do when returning to work after maternity leave.

Is it time already to get back to the workplace after maternity leave? Well, here are 10 things to add to your back-to-work checklist!

 
  1. Find the right caregiver for your baby.

Finding
what does a babysitter do

What does a babysitter do to become valuable for the family? 10 tips you should know!

  Yes, there’s more to babysitting than making sure the children are still sound and safe by the time the parents return. How about a mini guide to help you get ready for the important

nannuka profile

To babysitters & nannies: how to choose a great picture for your Nannuka profile!

Pictures speak a thousand words and especially on the Internet they give a first impression. Psychologists have found that we form first impressions from a picture in only 100 milliseconds, so, yes, it is important that your Nannuka profile pic

babysitter

The perfect babysitter’s qualities: what do all kids want in a babysitter?

You're on the hunt for a new babysitter or nanny. Great! You want to find a responsible and trustworthy person; someone