Around the Web…

Some stories to start the week with:

• Mamaista’s celeb mama of the month: Annika Sorenstam — Mamaista
• Should parents “hide” healthy food in their kids’ meals? — Chicago Tribune
• Twelve must-haves for your beach baby — BabyZone
• Do you have to feed your nanny when she’s on the clock? — lilSugar
• Advice on what to wear when you’re an exhausted new mom — Jezebel

Comments

It seems so obvious that feeding your nanny is the right thing to do.

- electra on June 14th, 2010

I agree that you should feed your nanny (or at least offer). The one summer I nannied though, I found it easier for me to pack a lunch. The baby would only take 20-30 minute naps so it was easier for me to have a lunch already made that I could eat while she slept. If I had to try and make the meal then I wouldn’t have time to eat.

About hiding veggies in the food… I think there is nothing wrong with putting veggies, etc. in other foods. However, I do think you should be honest with your child especially once they’ve tasted the food. If you are worried they won’t try the food if they know what it is in it, then have them try it and then say “I’m glad you liked it. There are carrots in there!” Discuss how they probably couldn’t even tell!

- Laura on June 14th, 2010

i agree with feeding the nanny or allowing her to eat your food. she’s taking care of your child, so you might not want her to be going to buy food and stuff. taking your own lunch is a good idea too.

- izzy on June 14th, 2010

I nannied part time for a lovely family when I was in college, and they always had food in the fridge for me and would often stock the cupboards with my favourite foods

- Maddie on July 3rd, 2010