National Nanny Recognition Week

National Nanny Recognition Week is September 20-26, 2009. Since 1998, NNRW has focused on the positive contributions nannies make to the children they care for and their families instead of the negative issues the press seems to thrive on. This is a wonderful time to take a few moments to say "thank you" to your nanny.

The Association of Professional Nannies suggests the following ways to show your appreciation:

• Say Thank You


• Tell your friends good things about her knowing she will hear them back


• a surprise day off


• Have the children say Thank You


• Treat your nanny to breakfast or dinner made by the family


• a card and framed photo of the family


• Membership fees to a local nanny support group or other Professional Organization


• Pay for conference fees to Nannypalooza or INA with paid professional days to attend the event


• Tuition for college courses


• CPR Training


• Pay for dinner out with friends


• a raise


• an IRA


• gift basket of favorite treats


• gift certificates to favorite stores


• movie tickets


• gift certificate for manicure/pedicure or massage


• gym membership


• handmade card or gift from the child/children


• frequent flier miles to travel home