Interview Tips Beyond the Resume: How Likability Can Help You Land the Job

by Westside Nannies | Jun 23, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog

As a nanny, you’ve likely put a lot of care into crafting your resume, highlighting your experience, skills, and certifications. And while these are undeniably important, here’s something many candidates don’t realize: families often hire the nanny they like the most,...

Is My Nanny Legal? Employment Guidelines for L.A. Parents

by Westside Nannies | Jun 20, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog

1) A Viral Rumor, and a Very Real Response Recently, a rumor went viral in Los Angeles, claiming that immigration enforcement agents were targeting nannies at Douglas Park in Los Angeles, detaining them, and separating them from the children in their care. The story...

Is My Nanny Resume Too Long? Here’s What Agencies and Families Really Want to See

by Westside Nannies | Jun 20, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog

If you’ve been a professional nanny, Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), or household caregiver for any length of time, you’ve probably wondered at some point: “Is my resume too long? Should I leave certain experiences off?” At Westside Nannies, we hear this concern all...

Behind the Scenes: A Detailed Walkthrough of the Nanny Placement Process

by Westside Nannies | Jun 18, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog

Choosing the right nanny is one of the most important decisions your family can make. You’re not just hiring a caregiver—you’re welcoming someone into the heart of your home. At Westside Nannies, we understand how deeply personal and high stakes this decision can...

10 Must-Try Summertime Activities You and The Kids Will Love

by Westside Nannies | Jun 17, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog

It’s summer, nanny! If you’re spending it with your nanny kids and are responsible for filling their days, this means lots of time to explore outside and inside (hello, heat wave!). It can feel daunting to come up with scheduled activities for your nanny kids every...