March 29, 2017 | Leave a Comment
It is a day that all can get involved in. Nannies, families and even children!
As always, April Fools Day is celebrated on the 1st April. With so many practical jokes to choose from, it can be hard to just choose one. Make sure what ever you decide to do, it is safe and doesn’t cause any harm or offense.
Nannies, parents and children if you decide to get involved with April Fools Day this year, just remember to be sensible. It is always exciting to have fun, but make sure that you are being safe and avoid taking part in any activities that are going to cause harm or hurt anyone.
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March 23, 2017 | Leave a Comment
The following are all ways the Government are able to help with the cost of childcare:
15 hours of free childcare for families:
15 hours of free childcare for families:
NEW – Coming soon – 30 hours of free childcare for:
NEW – Coming soon – Tax Free Childcare for:
Tax credits for childcare for:
Universal credit for childcare for:
Childcare Vouchers for:
Support whilst you study:
To find out all information and entitlements about all childcare choices and what you are eligible for, click on the link to register: https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
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March 22, 2017 | Leave a Comment
To find out more about these issues and what you can do to help, click on the link: https://www.rednoseday.com/the-difference-you-make
Have a bake sale – Have a go at making some cakes or yummy treats and then sell them on. See if you are able to sell them at work or at school and see how much money you can raise. This is a perfect opportunity for you to be able to see what put your baking skills into practice
Do something sponsored – A great way to raise money is by getting involved in a sponsored event.
There are also lots of Red Nose Day Merchandise that can be bought and worn to show your support!
To find out more about Red Nose Day 2017, click on the link to be taken to the official Red Nose Day Website: https://www.rednoseday.com/
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March 22, 2017 | Leave a Comment
Dads and nannies, this is a perfect opportunity to get your children involved.
Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be complicated. This year, help your child create or plan something special that is easy and inexpensive that will lighten up your mother’s day.
Mum deserves a lie in and the day off. Plan to make her a delicious breakfast and surprise her by delivering it to her in bed. The perfect way for her to start the day.
To make mother’s day extra special, get creative and encourage your child to design and make a card. A simple and effective idea that children love and enjoy producing. Personalize it with a special poem or with a few meaningful words to show how much you love her. A personal card is so special and something that mothers love to cherish.
A homemade gift is an ideal option for younger children. Choose something that your child loves to make and get creative! Get creative with your children or charges and see what you can create!
Crafts ideal for Mother’s Day:
Flowers and chocolates are simple and ideal and work as perfect last minute gifts if needed. Take your children/charges with you to choose some flowers or chocolates that they think she would love. Mothers love to receive flowers or chocolates and knowing that their child has taken the time to choose them, is extra special.
Mother’s Day should be spent together as a family. Set aside the day and spend it together. Make plans to see family or friends, go out for the day or simply spend it at home watching a film with some yummy treats. There is so much fun that can be had with arts and crafts or playing in the garden.
If you know there is that one place that your mum loves to visit, make a plan to go there. It will make her day going to a place that she loves, with the people she loves.
It is a day for her to relax so a little pampering is always a lovely idea. Treat your mum to some much needed pampering and have a go at setting up a little DIY pamper station and giving her some much needed TLC.
Let mum have the day off and put her feet up. Take part in some house work and do something that you she always does for you.
Nannies and dads, make sure you have Mother’s Day 2018 sorted. Make sure you have sorted or made a present and have a plan in place for the day.
However you decide to celebrate Mother’s Day this year, remember to show mum lots of love and appreciation this Mother’s Day.
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March 17, 2017 | Leave a Comment
I have some good news! Spring is here. Finally, we are able to say goodbye to winter. We can start to pack away our winter coats and scarfs and can get excited for the longer days and sunshine.
The first official day of spring this year is March 20th. It is a day much anticipated by many, especially after the cold winter months. Spring doesn’t just bring along sunshine, but also lots of vibrant colour. With new flowers and foliage that arise, it is season that is set to bring a smile to our faces.
Spring also signifies longer days and the start of the lighter mornings and evenings. This is because the clocks ‘spring forward’ and this will occur on the 31st March at 1am. The only downside that comes with the clocks ‘springing forward’ is that it means we lose an hour of precious sleep! Families, parents and nannies, make sure you remember to change your clocks before going to bed the night before so that when you awake in the morning, you know the correct time.
Spring is such a lovely time of year and especially for families and children. It allows you to come out of hibernation and go for walks, days out or on adventure trips to nature reserves.
Nannies and families, to get your children excited about spring and Easter time, why not encourage them to take part in some fun spring related activities.
Here are a few great ideas for children to take part in:
Get messy this spring. A great idea to have some fun is to paint hands, feet and fingers and have a go at making DIY stamps! Have a go and see what shapes you can create.
Creating flowers by cutting up paper plates
See what you can make with an egg carton. It is a versatile house hold object that can be used for lots of crafts.
Shredded Wheat Nests:
You will need:
200g of Milk Chocolate
85g of shredded wheat
2 x 100g of mini chocolate eggs
Cupcake cases
All you need to do is:
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/2066656/shredded-wheat-nests
To change this recipe up, have a go at using other cereals and seeing which your favorite is.
Nannies and families, now that spring is upon us, make sure you enjoy lots of fun days out and activities. If we are lucky and have some nice sunny spring days, make sure you make the most of it and get out and participate in some outdoors activities.
When we have those, hopefully rare and occasional rainy days, make sure you still have fun and get involved in baking, arts and crafts!
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