• Checking references is a very important part of your Nanny hiring process. Call each person and tell them you are interested in hiring the applicant, then ask if you may ask a few questions.

• When decision about hiring a nanny is finally made it is extremely important to sign an Employment agreement. It should protect both your family and your nanny from many problems should the employment ends unexpectedly or something goes wrong during the employment period.
  

• Always keep an emergency contact list close at hand. Your child's life may depend on how well your nanny is informed about whom to call in case of any crisis situation.
  

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