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06.26.08, 07:51 AM Expecting
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Would it be weird to ask my cleaning lady to be my nanny? I know it sounds weird, but my dog goes crazy for her! Dog is really picky when it comes to people... She is bright and energetic and we trust her.... [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
Expecting 06.26.08, 07:51 AM Flag
 

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not weird at all. i know a few nannies who had been cleaning women for the families before db [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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ask her. She may be wanting a change and more money [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 07:52 AM Flag
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op> we did and she was interested. is it bad to hire someone off gut alone if they don't have references or prior child care experience? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 07:59 AM Flag
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well why not have a trial basis since she doesn't have experience. Has she stayed with your kids before? [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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op> this will be first baby- coming next week! [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:06 AM Flag
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asking her is fine, but if the reason is that the dog approves... that sounds a bit crazy to me. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 07:58 AM Flag
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np: lol, that's what I was thinking! don't think I'd have the dog decide who db's nanny will be. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:00 AM Flag
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^^^ but on the other hand I strongly believe in gut feelings -- they are very important. So I would hire her. [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:01 AM Flag
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honestly, even with recommendations you're still taking a chance. I would go for it if you like her so much... [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:06 AM Flag
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Start by asking if she ever has done any babysitting. If yes, ask here to come one day and you stay. If you like what you see and can check refs then go for it. Have her keep her cleaning responsibilities as well. You need references to check stuff like reliabiliy/punctuailty especially if you WOHM [ Reply | More ]
General Topics 06.26.08, 08:07 AM Flag
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