A Nanny's Life

Host Amber sits down with career nanny and new mom, Talea to discuss how her transition into motherhood went. This episode was recorded in May 2024.

Host Amber shares her presentation from International Nanny Training Day, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Host Amber (@anannyslife)recaps International Training Day and reviews the Adventure Nannies book that was recently released

Host Amber sits down with nanny extraordinaire Lynn Neff (@lynnemma12) to discuss navigating A House Divided, whether parents are still together, cohabitating, or living separately.

A little rant on the most understated element of nanny life: LUCK.

Host Amber sits down with Hannah (@hanniethenanny) for a good ole yap session about the baby bubble and milestones in the first year.Accounts mentiones:@milestones.and.motherhood@themovementmama@raisinglittletalkers@theptparent

Amber sits down with Alyssa to discuss the home buying process from the perspective of two Black, female domestic workers in the modern societal landscape.

Amber details important considerations and boundaries for work from home parents employing a nanny.

Host Amber highlights stories from Black domestic workers and childcare providers who helped shape the industry of caregiving in the United States as we know it today.

Amber(@anannyslife) sits down with Bern the Intern(@bernadettelouise88) to discuss what a typical nanny role entails and what nannies look for from prospective families.

Host Amber (@anannyslife) shares how she navigates the transition from old job to new job, including some helpful interview questions nannies can ask during the process.

Kicking off season 3 with a catch up session with host Amber @anannyslife on where she's been, where she's headed and why nanny life just won't turn her loose!

Amber sits down with educator, nanny and early childhood extraordinaire Angelique (@_angies_way) to discuss her journey through early childhood education from teacher, to director, to nanny and beyond. Her latest adventure is parenthood and the convo covers plans for the future based on wisdom learned from the past. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Are you prepared for what *may* happen to your body in this line of work? Amber sits down with Genna of @babysitterofboulder to discuss her experience with a major injury and all the lessons learned along the way. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

This week, Amber chats with community builder Rachael Lubin @callthegoverness, who is co-founder of @htxnannies and @nannyrelieffund. Listen as we talk through friendship, community and local networking in the nanny industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with Dr. Dorothy Handfield to learn about autism, nurturing positive behavior in general and supporting families who have a child with autism. CDC resource: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/index.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Host Amber sits down with Bre @thatoilynanny to talk about family expansion at work, including contract negotiation, maternity leave and the adjustment period of new siblings and more responsibility. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with fellow nanny Bernadette (@bernzy_lou) to discuss being a Black nanny in white spaces, and discovering how to show up authentically AND professional in our work lives and beyond. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Stephanie Bauchum, founder of Nanny Tees comes thru to discuss her journey into nanny life, building a business or three, and her passion for serving the nanny community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Turning lemons into legacy is a daily occurrence for black caregivers, and now there is a network to connect and support us all. Simone is the founder of The Black Nanny Network and she joins the pod for a chat about black nanny magic, her passion project and leaning into the legacy that is caregiving. Break the Cycle is the current read for the book club, find details for the first meeting on Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with Tiffanie (@nannyinglittles) to discuss all things safety from first aid/cpr to water safety and all the situations that may arise in between. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with Jen (@Jen53680) to discuss working with the same family over many years, as our position and function evolve with the needs of the family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Experienced nannies know that sometime this industry will have you working with children in an active construction site! Hannah joins me as we commiserate working through construction and living to tell the tale! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Kira (@happyhippienanny) stopped by to chat about some of the culture shock we tend to experience nannies, as well as how we maintain mutual respect and allow our differences to upgrade our lives and those of the families we work to support. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Ella Peters, of Super Yacht Nanny, came through to educate the community on her specialty within the industry: Yacht Nanny Life. Listen as I ask all the questions to learn about her journey, her passion and her experiences in this niche. Ella is offering a 15% discount for her nanny coaching, as long as you mention anannyslife, so if you're ready to rock the yacht nanny life, don't hesitate to reach out to her and get started! Visit https://www.superyachtnanny.co to learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

I sat down with trailblazer, Eugenia Siero, to discuss her journey from student to sitter to agency owner. After moving to the states from Venezuela to learn English, she created her own path and built District Sitter from the ground up, in a nanny industry that all too often is led by the majority. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with friend and icon, Alyssa, to talk about the transition into part time nanny life and how we're both making it work. Plus, we talk Shakira's nanny drama and a new installment of Is It Just Me? Tune in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Kicking off season two is a candid conversation about celebrating Hispanic and Latinx nannies, starting with telling their stories. My guest, Laura, emigrated from her home in Colombia to work as an au pair in the states. Now she's a high profile nanny with a ton of added wisdom. Tune in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

A quick listen as you end your shift and transition back into your own life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Here's a quick listen for that post-lunch slump. Before you clean furiously or set out the afternoon activity, take a moment for yourself with me. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

This is a short but sweet bonus episode. I just wanted to encourage you to stand in your purpose and know that you are doing important work. You got this, friend. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Enjoy this bonus episode as Amber sits down with Michelle Clark of Organny Nanny to learn more about how we as caregivers can participate in creating a more positive food culture in the households we support. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with Catherine (@thebixisback) to discuss music as a tool for caregivers working with tiny humans, as she prepares to present a workshop this October at Nannypalooza. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with her mom, affectionately known as Tati, to discuss childhood, parenthood and choosing nanny life as a career. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

This week on the podcast Sarah, also known as @the.modern.nanny, came through and shared all about her inspiration, education and dedication to helping nannies navigate some of the challenges of this career in modern times. We talk research, compassion fatigue, accessibility and industry dynamics as we have experienced them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

A candid interview with nanny, mom and research aficionado, Siiri aka @thenordicnanny all about her roots in Finland, moving to the states as a caregiver and her journey into parenthood! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Latoya (@nanny_toto_) talks finding her voice and being the adult she needed as a child, plus we compare notes on nanny life in the states vs. London. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber is joined by Maddi Elliot of Melbourne, Oz, to discuss a journey through early childhood education that led to a fulfilling nanny life and practice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Artemis, creator of Learn Like Bamboo, stopped by to talk about growing up in Sweden and how it compared to her Greek roots. Hear how her upbringing inspires her nanny practice and her passion for parent education and support. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Shanice @wingingitwithshani stopped by to preach a whole sermon, sharing how her unique childhood informs both her nanny practice and her lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Nanny Miss Monique is THE resource for diverse and inclusive children's book recommendations, so we had a chat with her about her career path, her full life and her passion for early literacy. She mentions authors Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Lauren Child, Dapo Adeola, Halley Adelman and Jessie Sima. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Building résumés is as important in the nanny industry as any other field, but what exactly makes a strong résumé? Expert Bri of @yournannyresume answers all my questions about building the best résumé to land the position of your dreams! Check her out at yournannyresume.com and be sure to tell her I sent you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Another chat with Mariah (@the.kidabra.nanny) and this time we're talking about supporting families who operate differently from our upbringing as black americans. Also mentioned: @destini.ann @shenavici @joymarilie @mrchazz @whatdaddid --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber (@anannyslife) sits down with Amanda (@itsamandacaldon) to discuss transitioning into house management roles and finding a new balance between management and connection. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber takes a moment to share some of the lessons learned from 2022, and intentions for 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Emma (@themainenanny) comes to the poddy to discuss authenticity, balance and clarity as a career caregiver with host Amber (@anannyslife). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sat down with Bayly Silverman, owner and CEO of Your Happy Nest agency about the process of finding a position through an agency as well as some insight to what families are looking for in a caregiver these days. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber sits down with Bri (@faithdrivennanny) about some of the differences working in a daycare or learning center, as compared to nanny life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber (@anannyslife) sits down with newbie nanny Teniya (@teniyarenee) about her experience so far in her first year as a professional nanny. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Amber (@anannyslife) sits down with Shaniqua (@sincerelyshaniqua) to hear about her transition from Nanny to NCS to Birth doula. Find her at modernchildbearing.com for all your birth needs! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

TW: Pregnancy loss, infant loss Amber (@anannyslife) sits down with Natalie (@simplynat23) to hear her story of pregnancy, loss, and recovery. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support