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We believe that domestic workers play a valuable role in the lives of our children. We teach them to understand how significant this role is - not only are they accountable for the physical wellbeing of the child but they are also responsible for its growth, development and emotional wellbeing.

We believe in open channels of regular communication between nanny and employer, with the baby's interests being the number one priority for all.

These are the two primary principles on which we base the nanny training course.

On completion of the course your nanny will receive 2 certificates and manuals - The Sugar and Spice Nanny Training manual and certificate and the First Aid manual and certificate, which is accredited with the resuscitation council of South Africa.

We guide the nannies through a practical, interactive and fun learning process over the period of 4 weeks (3 hours, once a week) discussing and teaching the following:

• Routines, Time Management And Safety

• The importance of a daily routine for baby, nanny and parents
• Planning the day and week to balance housework duties and child care
• Safety, identifying hazards and creating a childproof environment - inside and outside
• Stranger danger and personal safety

• First Aid (Presented By A Registered First Aid Professional)

• Coping with Emergencies
• Essential First Aid, including cuts, burns, bruising, fever management etc
• Mouth to mouth breathing and CPR
  

• Nutrition, Hygiene And Understanding Hiv And TB

• Understanding what a healthy diet is made up of (e.g. proteins, why we eat them where we get them from, how much a child needs etc)
• Weaning and introducing solids
• Allergenic foods to be aware of
• Menu planning
• Hygiene best practice for personal and baby hygiene
• In depth discussion about HIV and TB and preventing communicable diseases

• Stimulation Through Massage, Play And Fun
  
  
  • The importance of play
    
  • Developmental Milestones and supporting games and activities for babies and toddlers
    Understanding gross and fine motor stimulation
  • Learning through reading and music
  • Basic baby massage techniques

The content was developed by a pre school teacher, a physio therapist and 2 mothers, with particular attention to the developmental milestones and supporting games and activities that one can use to encourage learning. While making sure the child has fun and stays safe and the nanny feels confident and is able to care for all of the growing child's needs.