Disney with a nanny

[Amazynglydisney]

I know the title may scare some of you. Yes, we are bringing a nanny to Disney! Not just any nanny though! We have the opportunity to bring along my boyfriends sister and her boyfriend to help with the kids while we are on vacation. We have a almost three year old daughter (turns three right before we go) and a 5 year old autistic son. His sister has babysat for us since our son was a newborn and we completely trust her with them. We are going for three nights 4 days. We have reservations at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for the kids on the fist day at MK so we thought we would give them the first day to themselves. Mainly only plan on using them to stay with the kids while we go on a couple rides that we are unable to ride with smaller children And maybe a nice dinner or two. So with that being said, I was wondering if anyone's ever brought a nanny/family member to help with your children at Disney and/or what everyone would do with their time if they had a nanny. Thanks in advance!

 

[skateshome]

Following just to see the responses. LOL!

 

[EarsAndTiaras]

By your definition, I think many people have used a nanny, and the nanny's name is Grandma.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I wish we had one right now... Lol

 

[ejdmomma]

We use a nanny (grandma) all the time on vacation! Typically we do everything together but it's nice to go out to dinner or spend a morning or afternoon without the kids while they get some special time with grandma.

 

[Miskey]

I think I would refer to her as Aunt, instead of a nanny.

 

[jessicalynn88]

My friend went as an actual nanny with a family consisting of two older children and a younger brother who was non-verbal autistic. Her job was mainly to stay with the autistic child while the family did things he wouldn't be comfortable with. She also watched all three children several times so the parents could enjoy Epcot and DTD. It wasn't a vacation for her but she was getting paid a good chunk. If I recall she got one night to herself?

 

[cmorris303]

We usually have our in-laws with us. Once she took the kids back to the hotel from MK and we went hopped on the monorail and went to Epcot. We walked around the countries and had a drink and/or snack at a few. It was a nice afternoon. We usually eat all together, but sometimes she'd take the kids back and we'd sit at the bar for another drink or walk around the resort where we were eating. If there are any nicer restaurants or signatures that you wanted to try this would be the perfect time. Some of our favorite nights were just heading down to the lounge once the kids were asleep.

 

[coinkc]

I am going as a "nanny" with my sisters family in a few months. The kids will be 2, 3, 8, and 9 at the time plus my sister will be 4 months pregnant.

What we have discussed so far is that I will stay with the older kids in the parks while her and her husband take the littles back to the resort for naps and downtime. Plus the older ones and I can stay in the park till late at night which is my favorite time to be there!

Both parents prefer the "relaxing with a book" type vacation while I'm more the "go-go-go" type. Also so that none of the kids will have to ride alone when we are all together as there will be three adults.

I am also planning one day where I will take all the kids to Animal Kingdom (which my sister hates!) and their parents are going to spend the day exploring resorts, having a kid-free meal, etc.

I'm sure other things will come up but our plan right now is to just have a third adult since given the ages of the kids, there is such a difference between what they will want/can do.

I am staying in the same resort but in my own room so that we all have some "alone" time too.

 

[JaimeK]

Well our last trip and next trip we'll have grammy with us. On our last trip I thought we'd split off and do some more things apart but in the end we stayed together. I think just 1 night (out of 6) we went to a bar after grammy + kids went to the room. Usually I crashed at night also!

 

[TiffanyA]

She does realize she'll be working and what your expectations of her are, right? It just sounds weird that she's bringing her boyfriend too, unless of course he watches them too. I bring my parents and they watch my son, but only because they insist. I have, many times, proposed a trip that would not require them to watch him as much as they do, but they actually get offended. I just want to be sure you two are on the same page so that you all enjoy your time at WDW.

 

[SparklePixie]

I know the title may scare some of you. Yes, we are bringing a nanny to Disney! Not just any nanny though! We have the opportunity to bring along my boyfriends sister and her boyfriend to help with the kids while we are on vacation. We have a almost three year old daughter (turns three right before we go) and a 5 year old autistic son. His sister has babysat for us since our son was a newborn and we completely trust her with them. We are going for three nights 4 days. We have reservations at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for the kids on the fist day at MK so we thought we would give them the first day to themselves. Mainly only plan on using them to stay with the kids while we go on a couple rides that we are unable to ride with smaller children And maybe a nice dinner or two. So with that being said, I was wondering if anyone's ever brought a nanny/family member to help with your children at Disney and/or what everyone would do with their time if they had a nanny. Thanks in advance!

Is she the nanny or is she the Aunt? Does she know you expect her to work while you will be enjoying your vacation?

 

[ShirikiUtundu]

This is what's called a family vacation.
Unless you are paying for both of them to go on the trip and paying them to watch your children, which seems very weird for an aunt and essentially an uncle.

 

[NinaBella]

We had a nanny when our kids were younger. A nanny is a paid employee under a contract... not a family member. When we went somewhere it was clearly defined the expectations for what hours we needed her to 'work' and what hours were hers for 'freetime' to do what she wanted.

I would suggest clearly writing this out for your child's AUNT. You need to specify what days and times you need her available to YOU! Don't expect just an impromptu... hey watch the kids while we go...

She is going with her boyfriend... sounds like they are going on vacation, not a work trip. Are you paying for her and her boyfriend to accompany you? Unless you are paying for at least a portion of their trip, I wouldn't expect them to follow your directions unless you make this clear before the trip. Her and her boyfriend may decide to go off and do their own thing.

 

[tsme]

We tried bringing a "nanny" (family member) & her family once on a trip. (Not Disney) We paid for room & board, etc with the understanding that she would help us with our DD, who was a baby at the time, giving us time to do things with our older child. Didn't work. She did not help at all, not once, & actually added to our work load & stress, long story. We learned a valuable lesson, be careful who you invite & pay for to "help" you on a vacation, it might cost you more money & stress than if you'd gone alone. Just saying....

 

[kcpinwdw]

When my twins were 15 months old we went to a conference at Disney so we needed help. We asked our nanny but she couldn't leave that week, so ended up bring my parents. We paid for their room and tickets, and they watched the kids while we were at meetings, and helped out (a lot) when we were enjoying the parks together. It worked out well but the expectations were very clear ahead of time!

 

[baler31]

We had a nanny when our kids were younger. A nanny is a paid employee under a contract... not a family member. When we went somewhere it was clearly defined the expectations for what hours we needed her to 'work' and what hours were hers for 'freetime' to do what she wanted.

I would suggest clearly writing this out for your child's AUNT. You need to specify what days and times you need her available to YOU! Don't expect just an impromptu... hey watch the kids while we go...

She is going with her boyfriend... sounds like they are going on vacation, not a work trip. Are you paying for her and her boyfriend to accompany you? Unless you are paying for at least a portion of their trip, I wouldn't expect them to follow your directions unless you make this clear before the trip. Her and her boyfriend may decide to go off and do their own thing.

This...Regular hours(we just kept ours mostly the same)own room, define what expenses are normal and customary that are covered. This should be done long before an employee travels with you.

 

[Amazynglydisney]

By your definition, I think many people have used a nanny, and the nanny's name is Grandma. [/QUOT

By your definition, I think many people have used a nanny, and the nanny's name is Grandma.

We offered both grandmas but they are working and will be out of town

 

[Amazynglydisney]

I think I would refer to her as Aunt, instead of a nanny.

Of course We refer to her as auntie LOL But we are hiring her as their nanny for the trip!

 

[Amazynglydisney]

She does realize she'll be working and what your expectations of her are, right? It just sounds weird that she's bringing her boyfriend too, unless of course he watches them too. I bring my parents and they watch my son, but only because they insist. I have, many times, proposed a trip that would not require them to watch him as much as they do, but they actually get offended. I just want to be sure you two are on the same page so that you all enjoy your time at WDW.

Her boyfriend is always with her when she watches the kids so he is trustworthy as well. She definitely knows she will be working and what we are expecting of her. We have been putting together an itinerary for the trip and she will know exactly what her duties are.