I am due back at work after dc2. They will be 3&1 by the time I go back full time. Full time means 3 days regular commitment (800-1800) and unpredictable night time work ( during week & weekends a couple of times a month). Plus occasional meetings on non work days.
Currently dc1 is in a nursery -prev full time when I was working to cover unexpected needs. But an expensive option for the occasional need. We don't have any family etc who could do short notice /flexible help out. Plan was for dd2 to go to same nursery.
However, I have bend contacted by a person that has childcare qualifications& knows us & the kids re the option of being a nanny.
Our biggest worries are the usual :drop off& pick ups. DH's job is changing and tho he did the majority of kiddie drop offs previously,his new work will involve a bigger commute. He ight also be doing more travelling
What are the feelings of having a nanny? My worries include
- Cost? though we are fortunate enought or be able to consider this. TBH full time nursery will be quite expensive too (~£1500/month)
- I was thinking could have a nanny for the 3 days I work but organise extra flexibility when needed or is that being too hopeful?
3.kids not hanging in out w other children though there will be the two of them
- Having someone in my house all the time/kids getting so close to one other person
- Being someone's employer
- Depending on one person entirely-what if they are sick etc
- Planning leave around your childcarer
I have only listed negatives while I also feel there are many positives (but that would make the post even longer !)
Thoughts/advice & experiences appreciated.