Any SAHMs also nanny?

BunnyMendelbaum · January 2011

I am currently a working mom, but am considering taking my LO (11 mo) out of daycare and "nannying" a friend's daughter (2yrs) FT at my house.

To make it work money-wise, I'd also have to: a) work a side job 6 hours per week. I do about 4 hours per week on this side job now in addition to my FT job. OR b) take on another PT child. (3 kids total).

If you do this, how do you like it? How many kids do you take care of? IYDMMA, how much do you charge? Are you accredited? Certified?

Any other advice?

ericanandy · January 2011

How did I miss you having a baby? (former DNR commoner) How are the house renovations coming?

A few moms in my meetup group nanny. I've helped with a family down the street on occasion. The little boy was 7 mos younger than my LO and it didn't mesh too well. (he was 3 months DS was 10 they were just too close and needy in age at that point)

But I think 11 mos and 2 would be fine! I do like my SAHM independence so I wouldn't want to do it where I couldnt travel (which was the case with the 3 month old) or do some playdates (library, free gym plays etc, not talking grocery shopping or common errands)

I'm going to check out your blog... I lost it a long time ago and LOVED your house!

BunnyMendelbaum · January 2011

Hi! I remember you! You Lo is so cute! How are you?

Renovation is going sloooow. We are putting in new attic insulation this weekend. Oh, fun! We did finally get a functional kitchen though. Our goal for my daughter's birthday is to get the kitchen all finished and trimmed out.

The girls get along well, so I'm hoping it could work.

ericanandy · January 2011

BunnyMendelbaum:
Hi! I remember you! You Lo is so cute! How are you?
Renovation is going sloooow. We are putting in new attic insulation this weekend. Oh, fun! We did finally get a functional kitchen though. Our goal for my daughter's birthday is to get the kitchen all finished and trimmed out.
The girls get along well, so I'm hoping it could work.

Good luck with your decision! I went back to work for 3 months after my 3 month maternity leave (I finished teaching the school year from March to June) and we decided to have me Stay home completely. Best decision I've made. I bawled for about 3 weeks straight stressing about it, but haven't looked back since I resigned!

So excited to catch up on your kitchen! I was always wondering if you'd decided on which countertop. Off to catch up!

norbert5 · January 2011

I nanny 2-3 days a week for one little boy, I like it all right, I really like the extra money. Big Smile DD and the LO are only 6 months apart so they are both pretty needy which makes it difficult. I think the age gap you would be working with would be much better.

I charge 75-120 for the week (depending on the # of days) and have him from 9-5.

I am not accredited.

I still try to get out of the house the days I have him. The parents are okay with it as long as I let them know where I am going ahead of time. I normally don't venture far but it is nice to get out.

Some things to think about: How much notice would they need if you want to go somewhere on a vacation and would not be able to babysit? What happens if you or your LO are sick? What happens if their LO is sick? Are they going to provide food? Just think about the things that you have to deal with in your daycare setting and see what their expectations are and if they work for you or if you can compromise with them.

ericanandy · January 2011

norbert5:
I nanny 2-3 days a week for one little boy, I like it all right, I really like the extra money. DD and the LO are only 6 months apart so they are both pretty needy which makes it difficult. I think the age gap you would be working with would be much better.
I charge 75-120 for the week (depending on the # of days) and have him from 9-5.
I am not accredited.
I still try to get out of the house the days I have him. The parents are okay with it as long as I let them know where I am going ahead of time. I normally don't venture far but it is nice to get out.
Some things to think about: How much notice would they need if you want to go somewhere on a vacation and would not be able to babysit? What happens if you or your LO are sick? What happens if their LO is sick? Are they going to provide food? Just think about the things that you have to deal with in your daycare setting and see what their expectations are and if they work for you or if you can compromise with them.

These are good points as well. I had the little guy from 7/7:30 am - 6/ 6:30 and it made for a long day.

Also things came up that they needed to be late. Think about how often you'd accept this or would you charge for lateness like a true day care.

Kathzoo · January 2011

I nanny about 20 hours per week for an almost 3 yo. I think the age difference works well as the little girl can do most things for herself. Getting out and about is key. We love the zoo, childrens museum, library storytime, and open gyms. Warm weather is easier as there are tons of parks. If you are already working full-time, the transition might not be too bad, but I would not be happy as a full-time nanny. It's hard to give my own DD attention as it is. She is mostly along for the ride at this point. I love my day off so we can do things just the two of us and I can't imagine working another job on the side. It is hard work to nanny. You don't get a lunch break or commute time. Another thing to think about is who pays for outings or how that will be handled and/or memberships to places you frequent.

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