When I came to the Bay Area few years ago with my two daughters I was simultaneously taking care of my children, running a household, enrolled in an MBA program, and making new friends. Time was so valuable and I was desperately looking for a nanny. I ask around and a few potential candidates for a nanny position came my way. It was an unusual experience to have different strangers come to my house. Sometimes, I felt that I do not want to open my door anymore.
What I figure out was that the first important thing for me was visual and emotional energy of the person. The next important category was to see how the nanny interacted with my children. Some potential nannies were trying to charm me but didn’t really pay attention to my daughters. Other applicants were not particularly interactive. But, one lady was just what I needed. She was very warming, welcoming, calm, and intelligent. We talked, I asked for recommendations and hired her. I made a correct choice! She was with us for an almost two years and she loved my daughters like her own grand children. For mothers who are going to interview potential nanny it is important to know that you have to trust your gut feelings. Pay attention to how your children act with the nanny. Ask the right questions. You can use ”Hire a Nanny” book about the hiring process. Also, I would recommend that you run a background check. It is not expensive and the money you will spend is well worth it.
