We all know the holidays are the busiest time of the year and your nanny is working just as hard as ever to help care for your children, keep your home in order, and help you maintain your sanity. During the hustle…
An Elf on the shelf isn’t just for Christmas, it’s for every Christmas, for the next 10 years. Think before you buy… If you’ve already bought a family Elf, it’s too late for you. You’ve probably experienced the panic of waking…
We all know that the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ and keeping the kids busy on winter break can be overwhelming. To help, we’ve put together a list of our favorite ways to experience the holiday spirit with the kiddos in tow!…
We are thrilled to share our Nanny Spotlight for November, Molly McKeown! Molly came to us with over 15 years of childcare experience and it was our pleasure to place her with a permanent family. She is loved by her placement family and the ANFU staff!…
New to the world of nanny placement agencies? Why is A Nanny for U any different than going to a website to search for childcare yourself? ANFU Owner and proud parent, Rebecca Dyk, takes a moment to explain how hiring a placement agency…
Seattle is well known for its delicious food and locally owned restaurants. So, if you live in Seattle, you’ve got it made when it comes to eating out! Going out to eat is always an enjoyable experience here because you…
Families, agencies and communities have celebrated National Nanny Recognition Week since 1998 to recognize the outstanding work of nannies and childcare providers. National Nanny Recognition Week is observed on the last week of September, falling on September 23-29 this year.…
Summer is here, and not a moment too soon! But how do we coax children away from their favorite screens and out into the sunshine? Here are 7 cheap and easy DIY outdoor activities to delight and engage them! -Written…
For the St. Patrick’s Day Dash & Leprechaun Lap, that is!Sunday, March 12th at Seattle Center The F5 St. Patrick’s Day Dash is a family event with something for everyone! There are young athletes racing to be the first across…
Congratulations to this month’s amazing Nanny Spotlight honoree, Alena Obrochta! We have had the pleasure of placing Alena in three long-term positions now, and have continued to receive glowing feedback about her work. Describe your background and education in the…