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Featured Caregivers

Amanda D, Nanny
Featured Dallas Nanny Amanda D 

Amanda was described as an amazing nanny by her references and came highly recommended. She was said to be very interactive and attentive to the children that she has cared for, and has an imaginative, loving and nurturing way about her. It was also said that she makes the time she spends with the children fun and creative.  

 
Mary M, Babysitter
Mary is an experienced, creative, and bright babysitter. She has been a caregiver for many years as a teacher, and has a genuine love of children. She values reading, creating, and exploring. She has a wonderful intuition to a child's needs and feelings and adapts to their individuality. One reference said "Whoever gets Mary will be richly blessed." Mary enjoys activities such as arts and crafts, and outside play.

Focus on Giving: Homemade Gifts and Ideas

Christmas Candleholder

Materials needed:

  • Candle Holder Nanny GiftBaby Food Jar (emptied and washed out)
  • Paint
  • Ribbon
  • Tea light candle
  • Paintbrush

Directions:

  • Empty out and wash jar.
  • Tie ribbon around the top, but back from the edge so flame can't reach it.
  • Pain any kind of design you wish on the jar. Try snowflakes, hearts, trees, ornaments, etc.
  • Put a small tea light inside.
  • Give as a gift! (can add in extra tea lights)

This craft and more can be found at kaboose.com.

 

Heat and Eat Dinners

Give a Nanny Meal

Many people don't necessarily need more things, but would instead appreciate some home-cooked meals. A great gift idea is to prepare and freeze complete meals in microwavable containers and deliver them with hand-made notes or labels! This is particularly great for seniors, new moms, or for families that are having a hard time making ends meet. What a personal and thoughtful gift in this busy holiday season!

 

This idea and more can be found at familyfun.com.

Back to Business Meeting and Reception

Join us for our semi-annual Back to Business Meeting and Reception! Mark your calendars for Monday, December 5th from 6:30-8:30 at the Josey Ranch Library (1700 Keller Springs Rd Carrollton, 75006). We will have dinner and dessert, and go over business items. See you all there!

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After Hours Staff

Carrie Stout Mom's Best Friend
Carrie Stout, After-Hours Placements
For your convenience with your after-hour needs, our office will be staffed Mondays through Thursdays until 9 p.m. Please welcome Carrie Stout to the Mom's Best Friend Temporary Services team as our after hours placement coordinator. Feel free to contact her at the office 972.446.0500.