Nanny shares can be a great way for families to save on professional childcare-- but sharing a nanny doesn't mean splitting their normal rate in half. After years of offering nanny-share placements, we stopped. Here's what families need to understand about fair pay, guaranteed hours, multiple employers, and why a nanny should earn more when working for two families.

One of the hardest conversations a nanny will ever have isn’t negotiating pay, asking for benefits, or discussing household expectations. It’s telling a family you’re leaving. Whether you’ve accepted a higher-paying position, are relocating, returning to school, changing careers, or simply found a role that’s a better fit for your long-term goals, resigning from a nanny position can be incredibly emotional. Unlike traditional jobs, nannying is personal. You aren’t just leavin