A nanny can make a huge difference for your family. Not only do they provide legally required services, like overseeing young children while the adults are out, but they can also bond with and teach your children, too.
Even better, nannies can be closer to your family, if you prefer, getting to know your children and becoming a helpful, reliable extension of the family.
Of course, this depends on how the nanny works into your home dynamic. For instance, should you hire a live-in or live-out nanny? What are the differences, and why can the choice between the two actually affect your experience with each type of home service provider?
Live-In Nannies
Surprisingly, live-in nannies are some of the least expensive nannies. That’s because you pay for their room and board, as well as a salary. Live-in nannies can spend part of the week with you, or live with you full-time.
Some people even choose to take live-in nannies on vacation with them, or ask them to attend important family events alongside them.
It’s important to note that you must provide suitable room and board for a live-in nanny. This means providing them with food, or the time and finances to shop for food for themselves and your family. Also, you should provide them with safe and private accommodations. A separate bedroom, bathroom, and even entrance would be recommended.
The most common downside families share about taking on a live-in nanny is a lack of privacy, and a risk of children—especially very young children—developing a closer bond with their nannies than their parents. However, nearly all families that elect to hire live-in nannies are happy with the experience. On-site nanny services will be available around the clock and there are few waiting times between the nanny’s arrival and your ability to leave home freely.
Live-Out Nannies
Live-out nannies typically work shorter days, as they need to commute to and from your home. They maintain their own separate housing and board, and their own independence.
While live-out nannies do retain their independence, they can still become close members of the family, especially if you work with the same nanny for a long period of time.
Live-out nannies won’t be as readily available as live-in ones, and they may have a more rigid schedule. However, this regimented schedule gives you a simpler understanding of when the nanny will be available to visit your home and tend to your family’s needs.
They may also expect higher pay. However, you save by not having to provide the pricey accommodations expected for a live-in nanny.
So which type of nanny should you hire? Whichever type is right for you, OC Home & Family can connect you with the right OC nannies for your family’s needs. Whether you need help around the house, babysitting, or other forms of childcare, visit their website to get more information about local services. You can find fully experienced, background-checked, and respected nannies so that you’ll feel comfortable inviting this person into your home and entrusting your loved ones in their care. You can even find nannies with CPR certification and other important life skills.