Today, we will discuss the 5 different types of nanny care available to you. This includes benefits of full-time or part-time care, as well as live-in or live-out options. Please note: the cost of each nanny position is dependent upon education, hours, responsibilities and more. 

Full Time Live-In/Live-Out: Nannies who work full-time typically work 40 hours or up to 60 hours/week if needed. Before, during and/or after a parent’s work hours, nannies are responsible for a child’s daily needs and extracurriculars. Live-In nannies reside in your home 24/7. Live-out nannies come to and from your home daily to take care of your kids. According to the U.S. Nanny Association, “both live-out and live-in nannies are able to work autonomously. They may have full responsibility in providing care for your children.” 

Part-Time Nanny: A “casual” or part-time nanny provides structured care over a longer period of time. They have the necessary skills and experience to commit and adapt to a regular family schedule. Most importantly, part-time nannies can eventually become an addition to your family and a friend for your kid(s). Part-time nannies can be a better choice comparative to a daycare or child care center, as it provides flexibility. You can choose when and how often your nanny can work for you, rather than having to meet certain requirements.

House Manager: The primary responsibilities of a house manager include managing the household budget, arranging family travel(s) and organizing other social events. On a daily basis, your house manager will relieve you from daily responsibilities. As of December 2022, the average hourly wage for a house manager falls between $23.00 and $32.00 USD. 

Nanny Share: If you are in need of a more affordable option, a nanny share is the way to go. A nanny share is where two or more families share the same nanny. The best way for this arrangement to work is if the nanny splits time between each family. Or, the nanny can care for both families’ children simultaneously. The main benefits of a nanny share include affordability, socialization with other children and flexibility within your schedule. 

Night Nurse: If you’re in need of a decent night’s sleep or in postpartum recovery, night nurses are the perfect answer. According to Atlantic.com, night nurses “change, swaddle, sooth, and feed babies. In addition, they care for them throughout the night so their parents can get some rest.” Therefore, they ensure that babies receive no stimulants such as light or music. Keep in mind – when your newborn is resting, so is the night nurse. Depending on a multitude of factors, night nurses can cost on average $200/night or more.

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Stay tuned for part 3 of our new “NANNYING 101” series which explains how to have a professional and personal working relationship with your chosen nanny. The Cradle Boss Baby is the #1 resource for new and current parents to help break down the best practices for pregnancy, parenting and beyond. Our team is composed of highly-skilled childcare specialists, nannies and caregivers (some who are parents themselves!) to best support and understand your needs as a new parent. 

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