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Debbie Hip

Debbie Hipp
Debbie Hipp worked with TLC for Kids, St. Louis' premiere nanny agency since 2000. Debbie held in depth orientations covering topics such as interviewing, reference checking, payroll and taxes, and background checks. Debbie is the mother of three young children. She has a undergraduate degree in Marketing and a Masters in Business and Administration. She is very excited to be working with findthebestnanny.com

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Category Archives: Child health and safety

Is Apple Juice Safe to Drink?

I’m sure most parents and nannies by now have heard the controversy surrounding kids drinking apple juice.  Dr. Oz a very popular doctor and television host commissioned his own study on the levels of arsenic in apple juice.   He concluded that there … Continue reading

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Dealing with Separation Anxiety

Most people connect separation anxiety with infants.  However, it is normal for kids to experience separation anxiety throughout different times in their lives.  It can occur again at 3-4 years old, 5-7 and again from 11-14.  The older ages correspond with … Continue reading

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Preparing Kids for Natural Disasters

It seems like everytime you turn on the news you hear stories about tornadoes, earthquakes and other natural disasters.  Here in St. Louis we have had an unusual high amount of severe storms and tornadoes so far this year.   Like … Continue reading

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Nanny Conference

 The International Nanny Association (INA) is having it’s annual conference this year May 12th through the 14th in Tampa Florida. The conference is a great place for all professional nannies.  It doesn’t matter where  you are in your nanny career.   Whether you learning more … Continue reading

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A guide for picky eaters

Are you struggling with a picky eater?  First, parents and nannies please remember if the child is healthy and is of normal height and weight, relax your attitude about food. The more you worry and scold, the bigger battleground food … Continue reading

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Fire Prevention Week

It is fire prevention week!  What a great time to talk to anyone in your home about fire safety.  I found this great website on fire safety and prevention.   Please take a minute and look around the website.  Nannies, under … Continue reading

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Product Recalls

Last week the Nap Nanny was recalled. This infant sleeper has now joined the every growing list of recalled products. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Monday of 30,00 Nap Nannies. The Nap Nanny is a portable baby … Continue reading

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Eating Foods That Are Dye Free

A few days ago we posted a blog about the dangers of some chemically made food dyes. Studies have shown a link to allergies, cancer, and ADHD. Today we are posting some suggestions of what you can to do eliminate … Continue reading

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Risks of Food Dyes

I wanted to share with everyone an article I read in the Be The Best Nanny Newsletter. Thank you Stephanie for informing us all about these risks. “(CBS) Food dyes may make food look tastier, but a prominent watchdog group says … Continue reading

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Water Safety

I would like to remind everyone of a few water safety tips for the summer. First, Nannies and Babysitters: Do NOT take the kids swimming unless you have permission from the family you are working for. If you are employed … Continue reading

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