Double Duty Resource Shelf
Books
"The Nanny Connie Way"
- Connie Simpson
Practical routines, boundaries, and calm systems from a veteran newborn care specialist.
Find on Amazon"Work Won't Love You Back"
- Sarah Jaffe
Explores the myth of "doing what you love" and how emotional labor (especially in care work) is exploited under capitalism.
Find on Amazon"All Joy and No Fun"
- Jennifer Senior
Examines how modern parenting reshapes adults’ identities, marriages, and happiness, blending research with relatable stories to normalize parental guilt
Find on AmazonPodcasts
Nanny ABCs
Industry tips, interviews, and on-the-job strategies for professional caregivers.
Listen NowModern Manners for Moms & Dads
Boundaries, etiquette, and delicate convos with employers and co-parents.
Listen NowSupport Networks
International Nanny Association (INA)
Professional development, standards, and community for career nannies.
Visit INAReddit Caregiver Communities
Public support groups for job advice, emotional support, and activity ideas.
r/NannyTime-Saving Tools
Meal Planning Templates
Printable weekly planners to streamline grocery runs and batch-cooking.
Download TemplatesShared Family Calendars
Sync shifts, pickups, and appointments to reduce last-minute chaos.
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More Tools
Caregiver Experience
Disclosure Guide
Pregnant or doing IVF while working in childcare? Before you say anything, read this free decision guide to think through your timing, options, and boundaries; professionally and personally.
Try the ToolParent Perspective
Coping Toolkit
Parenting is never one-size-fits-all, but guilt often is. Let’s start rewriting that story. Learn these useful tips that help you tackle your guilt today.
Try the ToolParent Perspective
Connection Checklist
Identify what matters most in a caregiver relationship, from emotional fit to daily responsibilities, and put your values into words.
Try the Tool