Trusting your child with his nanny, at the beginning it's difficult...

Soon the care of your child will be at cruising speed ... For the moment, everyone is adapting. First separation between mommy/child  and the beginnings of the mother/nanny relationship. Here are some tips so that this step goes well.

The first big separation

That's it, you're off to work.
So, you're invaded by guilt ("I'm abandoning my child!"), anxiety ("What if she hurts him?"), and even jealousy ("What if he loves her more than me?). In short, a real heartbreak...

Your child will feel his side certainly some anxiety. But think of your little angel as a sponge, and your anxiety will multiply his by 100! So stay zen...

For the separation to work, you have to admit that not only is it necessary, but furthermore it will be beneficial to the child.

Preparing my child for care with the nanny

Explain to your child what is happening, why he will taken care of by the nanny, what she will do. Tell him it will be fun, awesome ... and tell him that you will be back again in the evening.

Establish a goodbye ritual, but do not multiply kisses, hugs. If he cries, leave quickly... and call the nanny fifteen minutes after to see how everything is going. ☺

You miss your child? This is normal, you are going from a state of togetherness to separation. In the evening, be available to him, play with him. The vacuuming can wait and we will eat spaghetti.

At night, you can't recognize your child? Talk with your nanny, but especially, let a few weeks pass before drawing conclusions. A change of pace changes the mood, it's normal!

Preparing for the arrival of my nanny

Prepare a schedule, list of  useful phone numbers, copy extra keys... here you can find a page full of tips to your nanny feel welcomed. This is to prevent troubles at the beginning and allow you to leave quietly for work.

The week of adaptation

The best preparation for your child and for you, this is the simulation excercise! A few days of adaptation will allow everyone to get their bearings before the big day back at work.

Establishing a relationship of trust with my nanny

Trust is essential... but so difficult to achieve! Learn to trust while remaining vigilant, it is possible.