InstantForum.NET v4.1.3ParentTalk Forumshttp://forums.parentscanada.com/info@parentscanada.comTue, 06 Jan 2009 01:19:00 GMT20http://forums.parentscanada.com/Topic4629-16-1.aspxAs some of you know, we're looking for a new childcare provider. It's so hard to find reliable, loyal, affordable childcare. We're pondering the pros and cons of daycare/pre-school and in-home care.</P><P>Nannies provide flexiblity, consistency, loving environment at home (and out), and sometimes work over holidays or weekends if proper notice is given. It can be more affordable than daycare for more than one child.</P><P>Daycare/out of home provides social atmosphere, creative environment, gearing up for school, and fun. It can be expensive though and there can be rules and regs about sickness, holidays, late pickups, etc.</P><P>We're probably going the nanny route again but it's hard to decide the best thing to do for our kids. What about you? Do you have friends/family that can help you out? Are you a SAHM or SAHD?</P><P>LisaSun, 17 Aug 2008 08:50:43 GMTonline-editorhttp://forums.parentscanada.com/Topic4629-16-1.aspxI had been completely overwhelmed trying to find a live in nanny. So many different agencies to choose from. I took the advice of another member Maya (I think that's her name) to call an agency, Trust Caregivers. Its not too often that i will write a recommendation like this, but they were amazing. Any family that wants to hire a live in nanny should call Trust Caregivers first. They were so professional, they listened to all my craziness (I think all us new moms have a touch of craziness) and they basically gave me all the information I needed to make a well informed decision. Since they don't charge a placement fee, I really felt at ease using their services. Juvy arrived at my home last week and she has been an absolute pleasure. Not only does she care for my two kids, she cleans my house and cooks dinner every night. I pay $1200.00/month...that is the total cost. That is less than it would cost for me to have both my kids in day care. Trust Caregivers did all the screening and interviewing for me. With so many shady agencies out there, I felt compelled to write about this one that found my family the very best nanny (I really do not work for Trust Caregivers...they were just really good) Check out their website www.trustcaregivers.com Anita was the consultant I worked with.Sun, 29 Jun 2008 21:31:56 GMTrayah