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I see we are starting off 2010 with a nap embargo. EXCELLENT. *facepalm*

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Jedi Nanny: How to Talk to Toddlers.

1/11/10 10:33am by redsonika
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Sittercity Blog has a good column this week on how to talk to kids like a babysitter.  It’s really great for the “layperson,” but if you are an actual babysitter and you want to talk to a kid, you’re probably going to want to do one better. I’ve been complimented over and over again about my manner with children and how I can connect with children on the very first interaction.  Read more >

Jedi Nanny: Working From Home

1/4/10 11:50am by redsonika
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That is, working when a parent is working from home.  I’ve seen this addressed on a few mommy blogs lately and wanted to offer some tips from the nanny’s point of view on how to make this work as smoothly as possible. I’m not going to address anything that the parent should or shouldn’t do; my suggestions are for the nanny as that’s the part I’ve played in this scenario. If you’re a parent reading this and you want to add your opinion on what’s worked best for you, I would love to hear from you!  Read more >

2009: The Year in Meme.

12/31/09 2:38pm by redsonika
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Oh, I love a good meme. As an only child, talking about myself is one of my favorite occupations. Almost as fun as talking to myself – wait, did I just say that outloud? 1. What did you do in 2009 that you’d never done before?  Read more >

Santa vs. Pai Natal

12/30/09 8:10am by redsonika
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It’s a little late to be blogging about Christmas, I know. Something about the build up to Christmas means that even the very next day, it’s a stale subject. Old news. Anyhow, I didn’t have a chance to blog about Christmas on Christmas, so I’m making up for it now. This year was my first year spending Christmas in Portugal. My very first Christmas without snow! And boy was that ever weird.  Read more >

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Full Name
Sonja Engdahl
Member Since
December 2009
About Me: 
I'm a professional nanny who has been working with children for exactly half my life. I started as a coaching assistant for younger children on my swim team when I was 14, and I haven't stopped since. Coach, babysitter, preschool teacher, and finally... I've found my niche as a nanny. I'm not a mommy of my own children yet, but my life revolves around my work kiddos and I wouldn't have it any other way. In those five minutes of free time that I have, I'm also a photomontage artist with a BA in Studio Art. I have an exacto knife and I know how to use it.
Profession: 
Nanny.
Location: 
Providence, RI
 

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