December 2025 Nanny Newsletter
As we approach the end of the year, December invites reflection. It’s a time to look back on growth, acknowledge challenges, and intentionally slow down where we can. I love the end of the month. New Year's is one of my favorite holidays for that reason. It’s a time to look back on growth, acknowledge challenges, and intentionally slow down where we can.
This year, Peace of Mind Nannies supported 93 families (60% increase from last year!) and 147 children across Rhode Island and Massachusetts! Through 332 jobs we showed up for after-school routines, date nights, milestone moments, and transitions both expected and unexpected. A RI nanny recently shared these powerful words with me, “The agency is incredibly professional, organized, and genuinely values the work of childcare providers. What sets Peace of Mind Nannies apart is the way they support and uplift nannies beyond just placing them in jobs.” Thank you for trusting us to find you work, coach you and always cheer you on this year!
Unfortunately this end of the year also feels unsettling. I want to briefly acknowledge the recent shooting at Brown University. Having worked at Brown earlier in my career, the news was deeply disturbing. I live just 10 minutes from campus! I know many of you work on the East Side too. Events like this can disrupt our sense of safety, especially in places we associate with learning and care. In moments like this, children often absorb more than we realize, making consistency, reassurance, and trusted caregivers even more important. Create a safe space for your nanny kiddo/charge to ask questions and provide honest answers. "I don't know" is a valid answer too. Most importantly, take care of yourself during this uncertain time. My heart goes out to you, your dear family, and nanny family!
2025 Highlights & 2026 Updates
Highlights
As we close out the year, we’re taking time to reflect on what our 2025 impact looked like, and to share our office closing for the holidays.
A record 60+ nannies on our team this year, reflecting continued interest in professional, values-aligned caregiving work
294 babysitting jobs (23% increase from last year) filled by 29 vetted sitters supporting families across RI & MA
9 nannies secured temp and long-term nanny positions, matching caregivers with families seeking stability and continuity
3 families used our a la carte background check service, ensuring safety and peace of mind when families hire childcare independently
Attended 156 events, meetings and professional development workshops, strengthening relationships and staying informed across childcare, family support, and small business spaces
While I’m so happy to see the growth we had this year, numbers aren’t the entire story. Behind each of these numbers are real people - families navigating busy schedules, children building relationships with trusted caregivers, and nannies growing in confidence and experience.
This growth didn’t happen accidentally. It reflects a continued demand for flexible, high-quality care and our commitment to building systems that support both families and caregivers without compromising values or sustainability.
Updates
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We'll be closed Mon 12/22–Fri 1/2 enjoying time with family. Text me directly with any urgent matters.
Happy holidays, nannies! Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Yule, or simply the beauty of gathering with the people you love, we’re wishing you light, warmth, and peace this holiday season.
Knowledge Corner
Developmental research shows that children benefit most from predictable rhythms, not rigid schedules, especially during periods of transition like school breaks. Rhythms provide a predictable “what comes next” without over-structuring every hour of every day.
Studies on childhood stress and emotional regulation conclude that when children experience too much unpredictability, like the hollidays, their ability to self-soothe decreases. This can lead to increased irritability or emotional outbursts, often mistaken for misbehavior.
Maintaining a few, if not more, consistent daily rhythms (wake-up time, meals, quiet time, bedtime) helps children feel secure while allowing flexibility for rest, play, and spontaneity.
Family Fun
Choose one night a week where each person shares a short story, real or present. Nannies can model first by sharing a childhood winter or holiday memory or a simple made-up story. No prep required!
Why it works:
Encourages language development and imagination
Builds connection without screens
Creates a ritual children can anticipate
This activity emphasizes connection over productivity, something children need deeply during busy seasons.
Community Spotlight: Elder Companion Care Update
Over the past year, I’ve heard from many families and community partners sharing a common experience: caring for children while also supporting aging parents. This reality, often referred to as the “sandwich generation” has been central to our exploration of whether Peace of Mind Nannies could responsibly expand into elder companion care.
Through our research, conversations with industry professionals, and regulatory review, we learned that Rhode Island’s licensing structure does not allow us to operate as a referral agency providing companion care or homemaking caregivers under our current model. However, there may be opportunities for you to become a caregiver with another agency.
If you’re interested in exploring becoming a companion to provide socialization with an elder, doing activities together, doing their laundry, reminding them to take their medicine), please let Tiesha know! We’d love to support you on that professional journey.
We are still actively exploring the feasibility of offering elder companion care in Massachusetts, where licensing pathways differ.