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Can You Claim a Childcare Subsidy for a Nanny- Educator in 2026?

38 Years of In-Home Childcare: How the Industry Has Changed (and What Hasn't)

When Placement Solutions first opened its doors nearly four decades ago, the world looked remarkably different. Mobile phones were bulky luxury items tethered to car consoles, family schedules were coordinated on kitchen calendars written in ink, and the term "nanny" often conjured images straight from classic literature or informal arrangements made through word-of-mouth classifieds

Live In Nanny vs. Au Pair. Not The Same Thing. What Australian Families Need to Know

Set your family and household up for success in 2026

Life can get busy and it’s not always easy to keep on top of everything at home.

Improving Quality Outcomes for Children In-home based Care with Lisa McCoy

"Quality is at the heart of everything we do."

Supporting New Parents with Tonya Sakowicz

“So often parents are left feeling like they have to do this alone.”

5 Ways to celebrate International Recognition Week 2025

Nanny Educators do much more than keep households running smoothly. They guide, comfort, encourage and help children feel safe, valued and confident. International Nanny Recognition Week is the perfect opportunity to pause and acknowledge their contribution to family life.

Here are five simple yet thoughtful ways families can celebrate and show genuine appreciation.

Unpacking 'The Nanny Time Bomb' with Jacalyn Burke

“It became a moral mission to expose the fault lines in this industry.” — Jacalyn S. Burke

Adapting to Families' Evolving Needs with Debra Adamo

“When families and Nannies work together with openness and understanding, the impact on a child’s growth and happiness is immeasurable.”

Breaking Stereotypes: Breaking stereotypes - Why men are needed in childcare with Daniel Butcher

“Yes, males can also cook and clean and fix a boo-boo.”

The Evolution of the Nanny Profession

"There's still so much work left to do."

In Home Care (IHC) program provides financial assistance to families

The Australian government's In Home Care (IHC) program provides financial assistance to families who require in-home childcare due to their unique circumstances, such as shift work, rural or remote location, or a child with a disability or medical condition. The program is designed to provide flexible and personalized care options for families who cannot access traditional childcare services.