Ice cream in bulk
Ice cream by the truckload Summer is here and many people have finally gone on a long-awaited summer holiday. On a hot summer's day, there's nothing better than ice-cold ice-cream, and it's even better if you've made it yourself. Here are some simple recipes and ice cream ideas for all the sunny days of summer. To [...]
Fun games for everyone
Fun games for everyone A good laugh prolongs life. This has been shown by a study from Lund University in 2018. It shows that body and mind are closely linked and that a good laugh can help you stay healthier. How do we make sure we laugh more? Former college counsellor [...] knows.
Getting children outside and moving more
Tips on how to get kids outside and moving more With all of today's entertainment options, it's easy for kids to stay indoors with a screen instead of going outside in the nice weather. According to 1177, it is important to reduce screen time for children to about two hours per [...]
Healthy Friday snacks for children
It's time for freeeeeedagmys! The work week, school week and pre-school week are over. The whole family is looking forward to a quiet evening to relax and unwind after the stress of everyday life. Maybe you'll curl up on the sofa, have dinner together or play a game together. Maybe your babysitter is visiting so that the parents can rest up [...]
Take the kids to the theatre - online
Take the kids to the theatre - online The spread of the coronavirus has prevented face-to-face meetings in the cultural world. As a nanny, it is virtually impossible to take your children to the theatre. However, instead of cancelling, many cultural forums have chosen to adapt and broadcast their works digitally, in some cases for a symbolic fee.
Growing with children
A recurring activity among our nannies is gardening with the children. Here's some inspiration that might be nutritious for both parent and nanny. Growing is fun for young and old alike, and there are plenty of crops that are perfect for children too. For the impatient, buttercress is a perfect option as [...]
Why I chose to work as a nanny
A year ago, I started working as a nanny for Hey Kiddo - but how did I decide that this was what I wanted to do? I've always enjoyed teaching others, and that's why a few years ago I took a job as a Studybuddy. Through that profession, I discovered that [...]
How to trigger children's love of reading
How do you find the joy of reading? Do you need to be a homework helper to trigger the joy of reading? For those who want to see their world with new eyes and tickle their curiosity, nothing more is needed than to find the book on the bookshelf and get started. Easier said than done and resistance to reading is something many people recognise. But for the [...]