This support is for you if…
You are returning to work
and need a childcare plan.
You want to hire a nanny but do not know where to begin.
You are torn between daycare, nanny,
nanny share, au pair, or other support.
You are unsure what responsibilities, pay, or benefits are appropriate.
You need to understand the real cost of different options.
Your current arrangement is not working.
What we can work through
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Matching care to your budget, schedule, values, and your child’s needs
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Defining the role and support your family actually needs
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Creating a clear nanny job description
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Developing interview questions and evaluating candidates
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Understanding pay, benefits, boundaries, and industry expectations
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Identifying red and green flags
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Establishing routines and respectful communication after care begins
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Backup-care planning
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Transition planning for your child
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Communication and expectation-setting
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Reviewing or refining a nanny job description
Don Francis
Founder & CEO
Process
What working together looks like:
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Tell me about your family. Complete a short intake form about your child, schedule, budget, concerns, and current options.
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Meet for your consultation. (Virtual) We identify priorities, compare realistic choices, and discuss your questions/concerns.
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Receive your next-step personalized written plan. Leave with recommendations and practical actions.
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Add support if needed. Choose follow-up help for hiring, interviews, or implementation. (2 plans available)
Why Sadel
Advice shaped by nearly 20 years inside real family homes.
My recommendations are grounded in practical childcare experience—not only theory. I understand how schedules, personalities, household dynamics, budgets, and expectations affect whether an arrangement actually works.
My goal is to help you move forward with a childcare plan that feels clear, realistic, and right for your family.