The Book EVERY Expecting Parent Should Own

The new book ALL all parents, baby nurses, nannies, and baby planners must read:

BABY BARGAINS!!!!

http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Bargains-Secrets-furniture-maternity/dp/1889392405

This book has EVERYTHING there is to know about baby gear. The book, without bias,

reviews & rates every kind of baby gear you can imagine.

I'm a little OCD about harmful chemicals and trying to keep my home as GREEN as possible. So, when I was searching for a new crib and dresser, I read every review of every crib in the book- literally. Of course, I asked a handful of nannies and baby nurses what cribs they did (or did not recommend), and all their recommendations aligned with what the reviews in BABY BARGAINS had to say.

I did not read BABY BARGAINS in hopes to find the best "deal" on baby products. I read the book to find the best quality products on the market. For example, a crib that one of our VIP clients uses for their new baby cost $1500, and they have had nothing but problems with this particular crib and (according to the nanny) the customer service for this particular brand has been a "nightmare." BABY BARGAINS gives this brand a "C-rating". (A= BEST, F= WORST)

Three other VIP clients have purchased a different crib which retails for $400 and each client (separately) raved about their purchase. The nannies had positive reviews as well. BABY BARGAINS gives this particular brand an "A-rating".

If you know a mommy who is expecting, especially a 1st time mom, this book is an invaluable resource! The cool thing is, the book updates every year to stay on tops of the ever changing baby market- new brands, new designs, new products, etc. BABY BARGAINS is all you need!!!

National Nanny Appreciation Week- THIS WEEK- September 18-24

The week is National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW). NNRW is a week to say "thank you", recognize, and honor your nanny for all her/him dedication and hard work throughout the year(s). In the United States with have Teacher Appreciation Day, Secretary Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day- and THIS week we have National Nanny Recognition Week. Here are a few ways you can show your Nanny how much you appreciate her/him:

- Say Thank You

- A card and framed photo of your family

- A gym membership

- A bonus

- Gift certificate for manicure/pedicure or massage

- A handmade card or gift from your child/children

- Gift basket of her favorite treats

- Movie tickets

- A surprise (paid) day off

- Have the children say thank you

From VIP Nannies, we would like to say THANK YOU to all the nannies who are dedicated to the profession and continue to better themselves and the lives of their charges day-to-day! We appreciate you!!

Hotel Babysitter's Throughout Los Angeles

The Holidays are in full swing and that means VIP babysitter's are working hard at various hotels around Southern California. Families are visiting from all over (particularly New York and the East Coast) hoping to visit sunny California for warmer weather.

We are currently working with families who will be visiting the Beverly Hills Hotel, Shutters on the beach in Santa Monica, The Luxe hotel, San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, Loews Santa Monica beach Hotel, and many others.

If you are traveling and/or have friends who will be traveling to the Los Angeles area tell them to call VIP Nannies Inc., Household Staffing and ask about our VIP Babysitting Service.

What about that upcoming holiday party? Book your VIP Babysitter TODAY!

Giving Back this Thanksgiving and Throughout the Holidays

VIP Nannies has teamed up with Help Babies in LA (www.helpbabiesinla.com) to give back to the needy families and babies in our community. There is a HUGE need for the following items:

• Diapers (especially sizes 3, 4, 5, and pull-ups)
• Formula and bottles
• Clothing (especially for toddlers and older children)
• Toys & board games - unwrapped
• Women's undergarments and bras - new!
• Women's pajama tops & bottoms
• Wrapping paper, tape, and unused holiday cards

You can drop off items at our Studio City office- 11950 Ventura Blvd. Suite 2 Studio City, CA 91604. All donations are appreciated- 1 item on the list can make a world of difference in a child's life. Let's BE the difference today. For questions, feel free to call the office (818) 980-6269. Happy Thanksgiving!!

Families Needed for a Documentary on a Well Respected Cable Network

New network is looking for parents who are juggling the "work-life balance." They are casting for the pilot in the next 3 weeks, it will be in Good-Taste, on a well respected network. Here's the email I was sent (I told casting I would pass it along): ARE YOU OR YOUR SPOUSE A PARENT WHO WORKS WAY TOO MUCH? ARE YOUR CHILDREN ALWAYS COMPLAINING THAT YOU OR YOUR SPOUSE ARE NEVER HOME OR AVAILABLE? IF SO, WE WANT TO SPEAK TO YOU! RESPECTED CABLE NETWORK is looking for families with children up to the age of 17 to take part in a new documentary about working parents trying to manage their busy lives. We are interested in talking to people who find it a challenge to maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you feel that this is you, or someone you know, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact Josh Paris (323) 463-3340 for more details