Ways to Recognize your Nanny

(How can I make sure my nanny knows we care?)

It is a great idea to constantly let your nanny know how much they mean to you and your family. Below are some ideas that can be used every day, and some that are great for birthdays, holidays, or her anniversary with your family.

• Tell your friends good things about her (knowing that she will hear them back)
• Encourage the child(ren) to say thank you
• Treat your nanny to breakfast or a barbeque made by the family 
• Tell her when she does something great 
• Give her a card or framed photo of and by the child(ren) 
• Membership fees to a nanny network/organization 
• Conference fees with paid professional days to attend events (increases her sense of pride in her work) 
• Tuition (or paid professional time off) for college courses 
• A special dinner at home or out (perhaps even including some of her friends)
• Gift certificates (movies or movie rental coupons, Borders/Barnes and Noble, Starbucks, manicure/pedicure)
• Gift baskets
• Candles
• Bath/spa items
• A thank you card with a personalized greeting from your family
• A day off