Age difference between babies for nanny share? Post Reply

[Mtc00]

I am completely new to the idea of nanny share - so any advice is appreciated. I have a five month old boy (thus not mobile) and am looking to do a nanny share with a family who has a 10 month old and about to walk. Is it hard for a nanny to take care of two babies with such difference in their mobility? What about the babies - does it make sense to have them together? Any insights are welcome. Thank you!

[monikarea]

Hi,

I used to be a nanny for over 3 years and did nanny share for all sorts of ages. I found that having one younger and one older child was actually a bit better and I noticed that children were more interested in each other. The younger child has in a way been learning from the older one. As long as the routine is similar I personally think that she difference does not matter that much.
With 5 and 10 month old nanny can still be taking both to same activities so that they can enjoy it. Good luck and hope this helps.