Teaching Children to Handle Losing: Building Resilience Through Games and Competition

by governess | May 28, 2026 | Parenting

Few parenting moments feel more frustrating than watching a child dissolve into tears, anger, or complete emotional meltdown because they lost a board game, came second in a race, or didn’t win the prize they wanted. These intense reactions to losing—flipping...

Practical Presentation and Professional Uniforms in Childcare: Function, Clarity, and Professionalism

by governess | May 13, 2026 | Nanny

Childcare represents physically demanding, hands-on work that involves constant movement, close physical contact with children, messy activities, and the kind of practical demands that make certain presentation choices functional necessities rather than optional...

What Makes a Nanny Truly Exceptional: Beyond Basic Competence

by governess | May 8, 2026 | Childcare

Every family employing a nanny hopes to find someone exceptional—a caregiver who doesn’t simply meet minimum standards but genuinely elevates family life, supports children’s development meaningfully, and becomes an invaluable partner in one of...

Introducing Nanny Etiquette: Professional Boundaries That Protect Everyone

by governess | May 4, 2026 | Nanny

Timea is the founder of The Governess & Co. Over the past three years, she’s worked with over 600 families and countless talented childcare professionals across Marbella, Madrid, and beyond. Through these experiences, she’s witnessed how understanding...

Handling Public Tantrums: Strategies for Managing Meltdowns Outside the Home

by governess | Apr 23, 2026 | Parenting

Few parenting experiences create more stress, embarrassment, and feelings of helplessness than children’s public meltdowns. The grocery store tantrum where your toddler screams and throws items while other shoppers stare. The restaurant meltdown that disrupts...