Nanny

I agree with the other response, but also why not put him in a home daycare where he'll have a few friends to play with
C.

The babysitter that I have has a son that she brings with her to my home. I have two kids and there has never been any issues about whether she could handle it or not. Would you rather have your son with someone who "doesn't care too much about him" or with someone that can give him the attention and care that he needs. If I were you, I'd spend the extra money.
Good luck to you.

I used a nanny who also watched an older boy. My son had a playmate, got to socalize but aslo received personal attention. I would fire this nanny right away b/c you think she doesn't care for your son! Why on earth would you keep someone like that around? Trust me, even if it means you pay more you will be much happier knowing you are providing your son with a loving caretaker. Or since he's already 28 months, why don't you sign him up for daycare?

Hi - I have an almost 4 year old boy that's been in a home group daycare since he was 16 weeks old and can't help but think that the positive social experiences he's experienced since he's been born are going to help shape the kind of person he becomes. If your son is spending the majority of his time with someone who's really not interested in his best interests, what is he gaining from the experience? that's my opinion.... J.

I had a pit in my stomach when I read that she doesn't care too much about him. Please don't sacrafice his happiness for someone that is cheap labor. Do you know if she is being kind to him and are you 100% certain she is not hurting him emotionally or physically? If you don't feel comfortable with her, I'm sure your toddler is certainly not comfortable either.
Please find alternative assistance or daycare for your son - it's worth it.

I used to be a nanny of 2 boys and brought my son along with me and it was wonderful for all involved. I wanted all of them to have a good time together and so we did things all the time and I was very conscience about setting a good example at all times because I had my son with me (as well as cared for the kids I nannied). The boys were 2 years old and 8 months old and my son was 6 months old and it was doable and fun! Get your kid loved!!!
J.

Hi, I have been a live-in nanny, come and go nanny, worked in daycare and now I have a home daycare. I have a 3 year old girl and a 2mnd old boy. I have always cared for the children I have been taking care of over the last 12 years, with or without my own children. I know my children had fun going to all my different jobs. And, yes, I think their kids liked it to. I don't care if you are 20,30,40 or 50!! You have to love your job and make the best out of each day with these kids. They grow up to fast anyway! When it comes to the money, you get what you pay for, but you cant pay for LOVE! If your nanny don't care about him, do you think more money will help?

I think its a great idea to hire her if you see that she can handle both at the same time.test her a little and she what she can handle. I have a daughter that is 2 in march and i am looking for a job as well and i have a child and i would love to bring here with me as well. So i think that you should try her and see if it works out.hope i helped you.

Hi L.,

A nanny who brings her own child is a really good situation. Your child will have a playmate. I nanny part time 3 wonderful boys ages 3, 4, 5 (all brothers) and bring my 13 month old along with me. I have been doing this since he was 2 months old. He and them all benefit from it. Please don't use someone just because they are cheap. This person should care about your child just like if it were her own. Your child and the younger nanny's child are also close in age, they would have so much fun together. Your child needs to have fun, get attention and receive love. Good luck