The Chrella Blog
Practical guides, salary data, and honest advice for Nanny Care Professionals and the families who hire them.
How to Write a Nanny Endorsement That Actually Gets Them Hired
The families who write the best endorsements aren't necessarily the most articulate — they're the most specific. Here's what to include and why it matters more than you think.
How to Negotiate Your Nanny Rate (Without Underselling Yourself)
Most Nannies accept the first number a family offers. Most families expect to negotiate. Here's how to know your worth, frame the conversation, and ask for what you deserve.
What a Nanny Background Check Actually Shows (And What It Doesn't)
Background checks are standard — but most families and Nannies don't know what's included, what's legally off-limits, and what the results actually mean. A clear-eyed explanation.
The 10 Questions Every Family Should Ask Before Hiring a Nanny
A first interview with a Nanny is often 45 minutes that shapes the next few years of your family's life. Use it well. We've built a guide around the questions that matter most.
CPR Certification for Nannies: What to Get, Where to Get It, and When to Renew
CPR certification is table stakes for professional Nannies in 2025. Here's everything you need to know — providers, costs, what you'll learn, and how it affects your hiring prospects.
What is a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) and Is It Worth Hiring One?
NCS-certified Nannies command $30–45/hr and often book out months in advance. Families in the fourth trimester swear by them. Here's what they do, what they cost, and how to find a good one.
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