by Genna | Oct 5, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, Life as an Agency Owner
In February this year, I suddenly found myself depending on a walker just to make it to my kitchen. I severely herniated a disc in my lower back while bending to pick up my dog’s bowl, an injury brought on by years of use. The pain was excruciating. On top of...
by Genna | Jul 10, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, Life as an Agency Owner
As the owner of a childcare agency, I have had the privilege of interviewing hundreds of applicants for nanny and babysitting positions. Since 2020, virtual interviewing has become common and I’m so glad for this time-saving efficiency. I have also experienced...
by Genna | Jun 19, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, For Parents, Life as an Agency Owner
As the owner of a babysitting agency, I am disheartened when parents perpetuate the stereotype that characterizes male childcare workers as potential sexual predators. Parents may be very surprised to learn that this stereotype is not accurate, it can actually be...
by Genna | Jun 7, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, For Parents, Life as an Agency Owner
I founded Babysitters Of Boulder with a simple purpose: to connect busy parents with trustworthy childcare providers. Early on, I was unaware of the challenges that would arise in matters of inclusivity. It was only when confronted with discrimination that I began to...
by Genna | Mar 12, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, For Parents
Parents typically aren’t frustrated by the fact of their nanny calling out sick. Parents understand that nannies and babysitters are humans who get sick sometimes. It’s about how the callout is done. What frustrates parents is: call-outs that occur less...
by Genna | Feb 15, 2023 | For Childcare Providers, For Parents
From the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment: “Voters approved Proposition 118 in November of 2020, paving the way for a state-run Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. The FAMLI program will ensure all Colorado workers have access to...
