Nanny Employer Blog

Over the last 15 years, it has been my privilege to see some amazing nannies come through our doors seeking placement. Every fall, we hold an event, in conjunction with the Association of Professional Nannies‘ National Nanny Recognition Week, to celebrate such inspiring talent and commitment to the nanny vocation. Despite the inclement weather, we celebrated our local Austin talent with music, crafts, food, festivities and fun! Five caregivers who were nominated by their employers were recognized and two were presented awards for part-time and full-time Austin Nanny of the Year, respectively.

These two outstanding nannies received a basket which included a membership to the International Nanny Association and a massage courtesy of Breedlove and Associates. The profiles of our two winners, and many others, provide a small glimpse into the type of top tier caregivers that Mom’s Best Friend continues to attract, from word of mouth referrals and returning caregivers seeking placement, after so many years in business and its solid reputation for quality.

Patricia Kinnie, nominated by the Keen Family, won our award for outstanding full-time Austin Nanny of the Year. Patricia is a very experienced nanny and worked for over 6 years with a family while she initially cared for their premature newborn. Families have noted that she is “very invested in seeing the baby achieve developmental milestones.” Patricia is very easy-going and is very nurturing towards the baby, and the entire family as a whole.

Mandie Hull, nominated by the Cook Family, won our award for outstanding part-time Austin Nanny of the Year. Mandie is a graduate from UT and studied History/ Women and Gender. She recently spent a year and a half in Australia, teaching children education and self-empowerment. She is very good at interacting with children and getting on their level and has been described as fun, outgoing, positive, and educational.

Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!