Kristie Tubis’ Post

Things you can do right now to improve your relationship with your nanny. Ask your nanny if they have everything they need. Provide a year in bonus, and note of gratitude and appreciation. Have a 6 months/annual review. Pay your Nanny appropriately.  1 Any tips to add? Initiate regular check-ins to discuss any concerns, expectations, or feedback. 2 Show appreciation through simple gestures like leaving thank-you notes or small gifts.  3 Create a comfortable workspace for the nanny and provide any necessary tools or resources. 4 Offer flexibility when possible, understanding their personal needs and schedule. 5 Engage in open communication and actively listen to their ideas and suggestions.  6 Plan occasional team-building activities to strengthen the bond between your family and the nanny.  7 Respect their time off and maintain a healthy work-life balance.  8 Encourage professional development by supporting opportunities for training or workshops. 9 Provide clear guidelines about the children's routines, household rules, and your expectations.  10 Be understanding and empathetic about any challenges they might face, both at work and in their personal life.  #nannyfunday #babysitting #kidsactivities #nannylifeisthebestlife #qualitychildcare #NannySquad #allamericansitteragency #Nashvilletn #sitters #sitterfunday #fulltimenanny #nannylife #nannyforhire #temporarynanny #nannyjobsearch 

Our nanny is with our kids 8.5 hours per day. That’s 42.5 hours per week. We’re with them on average 30 waking hours during the week plus the weekends (14 hrs per day), for a total of 58 hours per week. If I had to commute my old commutes, I’d be in the car 1.5 hours per weekday, or 7.5 hours per week, and I’d need more time to get ready in the morning. Let’s say 30 minutes a day, 2.5 hours per week. That would take my 58 hours down to 48 hours, and our nanny’s hours up from 42.5 hours to 52.5 hours per week.    We would flip who spends more time with the kids. I love our nanny, but I want my husband and I to spend more time with our kids than anyone else. I realize that not all jobs can be remote, but for the ones that can, do we really think for society it's better for me to be sitting in traffic after work than going on a family scoot ride?   #remotework #childcare #commuting

Weekend stories: We are actually making our kids weekends ready, as we have become the one. Weekends to some extent are fine for making commitments and life disciplined but ofcourse for the kids, once they grow they themselves will understand it. Weekdays should be remembered as weekdays not as “Sunday is Funday”. All days should be fundays for kids even for us too ( whether on job not on job) Weekends phenomena needs to be “unlearned”. #parentingtips #psychologystudent #weekend #unlearning #behavioranalysis #childdevelopment #healthcare #learninganddevelopment #happy #behavior

If you’re a #WFH parent, make sure you’re setting boundaries with your children… Just as you would in the office with your coworkers! If you’re struggling to do so, we’ve got you covered: Wear a hat. This is a simple way you can physically signal to your children that you are working and cannot be disturbed, except for emergencies - the more you do it, the more effective it becomes! For older children, set a schedule with intentional breaks. Set aside time, which can be as little as 10 minutes, to do something with your child during the workday and truly be present during that time. If they come in to talk with you, make sure to look away from your screen, make eye contact, and give them your full attention. Set clear expectations up front. If you know that you won’t be able to attend every baseball game, tell them that - but make sure to cheer your heart out at the ones you can make it to! #plusonemeetings #childcare #childcarebenefits #workingparents #benefits #parents #hr #support #workforce #worklifeintegration #tips #WFH #boundaries

Here's one for the working parents. A piece of little known information. ✨️ Parental leave ✨️ You can take up to 4 weeks PER CHILD a year off work unpaid. EACH (if you're a two parent household). Totalling up to 18 weeks before their 18th birthday. This amount carries over to new jobs and is pro-rata according to hours worked. For many, the unpaid part may not be plausible. But, for many it will be. It means you don't need to use childcare all summer. It could mean saving up and your other half having a month extra at home when a new baby arrives (or more if you have more than one child). Wonder why this isn't widly known about 🤷♀️. Did you know about this? #workingparents #parentalleave #schoolholidays

Parenting tip #101 Instead of saying, “You’re okay,” or “You’ll be fine.” Try to validate and encourage your child. This can sound like… "I know this is hard and I can see you trying your best,” or “I know you can do this.” When something is hard, we think that saying, "You'll be fine," is reassuring but it tends to have the opposite effect. Often, it invalidates their feelings. Instead, try asking open ended questions to help them feel heard and identify what feelings you need to validate for your child. #plusonemeetings #childcare #childcarebenefits #workingparents #benefits #parents #hr #support #workforce #worklifeintegration #parenting #tips #openended #validate #encourage

For all the go-getter mamas out there who want to have a fulfilling and successful career. It’s so hard… and frustrating when all of the people around you who are being promoted, have their own thriving businesses, or rock their careers… Have. No. Children. How can you possibly compete with someone else’s endless amount of hours, energy and flexibility… when you don’t even get proper sleep, have to leave on time, or are constantly interrupted? Just when you feel you have figured out your next week, your children have a fever. Or pass their cold onto you. Or childcare closes its doors for few days because they have a shortage of staff. I’ve been there. I had business meetings online while my sick child was watching Fireman Sam. I have worked evenings and weekends to take care of my kids during the day while there was a lack of childcare. And I took time off to be with my children because they simply needed me. As soon as they get older things change, but it won't be easier, just different (you probably know that already). But there is one thing I can tell you… You’re showing your little ones, just by staying committed to yourself, that you can have both. Mamas can have a job they love and time for their kiddos. Your children can achieve anything they want as long as they stay committed to themselves. Children don’t do what you say, they do what you do. They see you showing up for your dreams…. And they will do the same. You lead by example. You show your children what is possible in this world. What is possible for them. This is the gift, the power, you give to your children. You are a superhero…. their superhero. You’re doing a great job… for you, for them, for everyone. Keep going. #worklifebalance #workingmom #mindset #empowerment #newwork #careerfulfillment

Honesty is the best policy! If you #WFH and you’re having a hard time setting boundaries with your kids during the summer, try the hat method! This is a simple way you can physically signal to your children that you are working and cannot be disturbed, except for emergencies. The more you do it, the more effective it becomes! #plusonemeetings #founder #childcare #benefits #workingmom #worklifereimagined

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