Benefits of having a nanny

There’s no denying that finding the right childcare solution for your family can be a daunting task – but luckily a nanny recruitment agency can help.  

With busy schedules, demanding careers, and the unique needs of your children to consider, it’s no wonder that many parents struggle to find childcare that works for their family. However, one increasingly popular solution for busy families today is hiring a professional nanny.  

As a leading nanny recruitment agency, we discuss the benefits of hiring a nanny – and how we can help find the perfect nanny for your needs – in this blog... 

6 important benefits of having a nanny

1. Childcare in your family home

One of the biggest benefits about hiring a nanny is that they will come to your home and care for your children in their own environment. The hours of work are stipulated by you and your nanny will work within your existing routine. 

The nanny will arrive just before her start time for a handover, and you will have a few minutes to discuss the day ahead and update her on anything that may have happened since she left the day before. 

This is a huge benefit because your nanny will come to you – which means there is no time pressure. and the children can start their day when they are ready. 

Equally, at the end of the day, the nanny will stay until you get home, and their working day concludes. Should you get caught in traffic or stuck in a meeting there is no urgency to get back quickly to avoid a late pick-up fee or have your child waiting for you at the end of an already long day. 

Once home, you will also find that the children are fed and might already be ready for bed (if that’s what was required) which takes the pressure off you. This means you can enjoy what evening you have left with your children before they go to bed.

2. Extra-curricular activities

Another huge benefit of having a nanny is that they will plan daily activities for your children to do during their day based on their unique interests and needs.  

As the parent you can work with your nanny to make sure the children are getting a good balance of play, and you can also have a say in what they do and where they go – as opposed to a nursery setting where activities are planned without your involvement. 

What’s more, your nanny will also be able to contact your child’s friends and invite them for play dates within your home, so your child maintains existing friendship groups during the week.

3. Looking after siblings

One of the biggest advantages of having a nanny is that their work covers all members of the family – which means that part of their daily schedule will be to help with siblings, becoming more cost-effective the more children you have. 

This can include helping to manage school runs, after-school clubs, and overseeing homework, which can significantly reduce the mental load and help to prevent parental burnout.

4. Consistency

Another benefit of hiring a nanny is that you will stability and consistency. Your nanny will become a constant caregiver and a trusted figure in your children's lives, which will lead to them forming a deep bond. 

Children thrive on routine, and stability is essential for building emotional security and dealing with common challenges such as separation anxiety. 

Having another adult in your child’s life who they can trust and build a relationship with is brilliant for their self-esteem and self-confidence and can help ensure your children grow up to be confident, well-rounded individuals.

5. Illness

Another benefit of having a nanny is that they will still be able to look after your child if they are unwell – which can be a gamechanger for working parents. 

Most nurseries have very strict policies on bringing in a child that is unwell or has been unwell within the last 24–48 hours  (depending on what it is).  

Also, if your child becomes unwell whilst they are at nursery, they will contact you at work and request you pick up your child as quickly as possible to avoid a spread of infection to other children in the nursery - which can be very inconvenient to working parents. 

However, when you hire a nanny, should your child be unwell, your nanny will still come to work as usual - and you can go about your day sound in the knowledge that your child is being cared for at home and can be taken to the doctor should this be necessary.

6. Help with household tasks

Finally, many nannies take on light household duties, which can be a huge help for busy parents – and if you decide to hire a nanny housekeeper, they will be able to help around the house even more.  

Tasks such as preparing meals, doing laundry, or tidying up after your child can free up valuable time and ensure you can spend quality time with your family – whilst also ensuring your household runs smoothly.  

How a nanny recruitment agency can help you find the perfect nanny  

Hiring a nanny has a number of huge benefits that can make a real difference to your family life – but it’s super important to ensure you find the right person for the job. 

Here at Hummingbird Home Staff, as a nanny recruitment agency, we understand how important it is to find the right fit for your family so you can have peace of mind that your child is receiving the highest quality of care.  

Whether you’re a new parent looking for support or a seasoned parent in need of more flexibility, hiring a nanny could be the perfect solution for your family’s lifestyle. 

Ready to find the ideal nanny for your needs? Get in touch with us today, and let us help you make the process smooth, stress-free, and successful!