Brandy C. Nanny in Renton, WA 98055.

We are first time parents to a now nearly 11-month old baby boy. Brandy started with our son when he was 4 months old and has worked full-time with him since. If we weren't moving overseas we absolutely would be sticking with Brandy. The things we like best about her are that:

1. She is extremely knowledgeable and capable. From her previous nannying experience and working in a day-care center and her ongoing studies in early childhood development, she knows a LOT about babies and toddlers. We never feel worried or anxious leaving our son in her hands. She has taken the initiative to recommend both activities (play dates, etc) and toys that are developmental appropriate. We really appreciate and have taken advantage of her experience!

2. She is very easy to be around and a great communicator. I enjoy her company, and she balances well the employee--friend relationship involved in any at-home caregiver. She keeps a log for us of all of our son's activities, and we've found her to be VERY honest and forthright about any issues that come up.

3. She is energetic and flexible to our family needs. We live in a small (walk-up!) condo in the city, and we spoke during our interview process with her about the importance we give to our son not spending all day every day in our condo. She has taken that to heart, and she not only takes him out nearly every day on adventures, but seeks them out as well. And, as my husband and I both work full-time jobs, she has been very accommodating about schedule changes and occasional late arrivals. She was trooper when our AC broke this summer, and has been fantastic during this time as we get ready to move and our life is truly in disarray.