DD doesn't like new nanny

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DD (2.5) has started saying she doesn't like our new nanny and that she misses the temporary one we had in the summer (who only looked after her for 12 days over a period of 15 weeks).
I have lots of confidence in new nanny, DS (4) likes her & her references were really good & all said that the children liked her.
Has anyone experienced this? Do you think its just a reaction to the change of circumstances/ style of nanny?

What's the best way to deal with it with aim of keeping new nanny.

I think maybe your DD is just trying you out, if your older daughter likes her then I wouldnt worry too much, maybe she does things differently to the summer nanny,children are good at making you feel bad for leaving them!!!! Always remember that!!!

Soundds like typical 2 year old behavior. She probably doesn't like her just because the 4 year old does. I would just make it clear that the nanny is lovely and she's staying. Maybe the 3 year old could do with some one on one bonding time with nanny? Though if the 4 year old is in school I guess she probably already gets that.

Thanks for answers.

I agree new nanny is quite different from temp one - which is why I chose her. Summer one was lovely but not very good at discipline, which was okay with DD who is pretty easy going but was a bit of an issue with DS who is quite a handful. New one seems to be firm but fair & its a relief to get home & not be greeted by DS running around being madly silly and over excited.

Think DD may also be reacting to the chopping and changing i.e. have unavoidably had 2 changes of childcarer in 6 months.

Do you think I should mention it to new nanny (in a kind of supportive "I know she's said this but don't worry about it" way) or just leave it to see if it settles down?

Yes, I deffo think nanny would appreciate knowing she your confidence and your support. These things are all too often not said.

Totally agree with last post! It's really good to know that parents are supporting you!