{"id":794,"date":"2012-12-03T08:26:12","date_gmt":"2012-12-03T13:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.sosgarde.ca\/blog\/?p=794"},"modified":"2022-02-11T02:16:37","modified_gmt":"2022-02-11T02:16:37","slug":"holiday-giving-what-to-give-to-your-nanny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sosgarde.ca\/blog\/babysitter\/holiday-giving-what-to-give-to-your-nanny\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Giving: What to Give to Your Nanny?"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 2<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

\"\"<\/a>Holidays are a time when you show your friends and family how much you care about them through, among other things, gift giving.<\/p>\n

Your nanny<\/a> and babysitter<\/a> is no exception.<\/p>\n

The people who take care of, and in many cases, have a special relationship with your children and your family should be on your list; this is a chance to show them just how much you appreciate the care they give your children and how important their work and their presence are.<\/p>\n

We have compiled some advices and suggestions about the presents to give:<\/p>\n

Gifts Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gift cards are a good alternative if you are not comfortable with cash and there are lots of options depending on your nanny\u2019s needs:<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Same as cash cards- Visa, MasterCard, American Express, PayPal<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ecommerce sites – Apple\/iTunes and Amazon<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stores chains \u2013 The Bay, Sears, Winners, Wal-Mart<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gift cards from your nanny\u2019s favorite stores and restaurants<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gift cards from grocery stores<\/p>\n

The key is to be as versatile as possible so if you\u2019re unsure, a mall gift certificate is often better than a gift card to a specific store.<\/p>\n

Bonuses<\/strong><\/p>\n

Christmas bonuses are usually for nannies who live in your home<\/a> and\/or work full time, whilst occasional nannies and babysitters usually get a gift or smaller bonuses.<\/p>\n

The rules of thumb are:<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1 weeks pay for 1 year with your family<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 weeks pay for 2 years with your family<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3 weeks pay for 3 or more years with your family<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Prorate for less than a year<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1 day if occasional days<\/p>\n

Creative Gift Giving<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are worried about money this season, there are some creative gifts that you can give your nanny:<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Air miles to fly your nanny home to see her family<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Previous generation computers (with prepaid internet and Skype set up)<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Refurbished iPhone and iPad<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Extra paid vacation \/ time off if your schedule is flexible enough to allow it.<\/p>\n

–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Watch sites like Groupon for deals on everything under the sun.<\/p>\n

Personal gifts from parents and the kids<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is always nice to give a small personal gift if you are giving cash as a main gift like a video or collage of pictures throughout the year of the nanny and the kids together can be much appreciated.<\/p>\n

Extra copies for the nanny to send home is also a nice touch.<\/p>\n

But what makes a truly special gift is one given by the children themselves. It can be a small gift chosen and wrapped by your child. Homemade gifts \u2013 be it cookies and cakes, crafts and cards.<\/p>\n

Happy Holidays!!!!!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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