Amy O.

Amy watched my nephew from the time he was 4 months old until he was almost 1. I remember my sister-in-law, as a first time mom, being very nervous to find someone to watch her baby. As soon as she met Amy and saw her interact with her baby, she knew that Amy was the one for the job. Amy was very loving, caring, energetic, patient and flexible. Amy made it easier for my sister-in-law to leave for work everyday knowing that her baby was in wonderful care. When my sister-in-law was laid off from her job I remember her calling me more upset about losing Amy than her job. Amy still comes to visit my nephew and has become a friend of our family. When my husband and I have children I look forward to using Amy and giving my children the opportunity to spend time with such a wonderful woman!

We employed Amy to care for our four-month old son beginning January 2012. For the next seven months, Amy showered him with purposeful attention and genuine love. Working only part time hours Amy and he built a special bond. He was excited to see her every morning she came, especially so on Tuesdays-her first day of the week. Amy also bonded extremely well with us; we met her entire family and they are some of the nicest, most genuine people we have had the chance to become acquainted with. In July 2012, some corporate restructuring gave the opportunity for his mother to stay at home with him full time. A normally easy decision was made tough and bittersweet knowing that he would inevitably spend less time with Amy. We still get the opportunity to see Amy on a regular basis and it never disappoints. We have become good friends with her entire family. Our son recognizes two of her daughters as if they were his aunts. While we thoroughly enjoy these visits, we can't help but feel like she has so much more to give to another lucky family. As a nanny, I cannot say enough about the job Amy did for us. As first time parents, it was invaluable to have the experience of a mother five times over. Always respectful of our wishes and authority, Amy made so many great suggestions taking us through infant milestones like teething, solid food, and the dreaded sleep training. It was apparent from day one that every action Amy took was in his best interest. She paid careful attention to him, interacting with song, book, and activity. He is somewhat "ahead of the curve" with his spoken words and cognitive abilities and I know that Amy has played a big part in that. His favorite toys to this day are books, many of which were gifted and warmly read to him by Amy!! Another topic that must be addressed is the amount of energy Amy brings to every day. I think as first-time parents we slightly underestimated the amount of energy required to successfully raise a newborn, infant, and now toddler. Lucky for us, Amy led by example, tapping into seemingly unlimited sources of energy to always be there for the safety and development of the child. It is possible that she learned this is simply a matter of survival after raising five children of her own, or maybe she is an advanced form of the human species...you will have to ask her. Amy (Mimi) is so much more than a caretaker, she is a part of the family: a unique blend of loving grandmother and cool aunt. We still miss her dearly...our loss is your gain!!

Amy O. is a long time friend. She is my most trusted parenting buddy. Amy's approach to raising her five kids is consistent with her core values as a person. She is kind, compassionate and the ultimate in understanding. She is loyal and stands by her family and friends. Amy by nature is a caregiver, mostly at home and happy with her kids, their friends, all the animals, and a baby in her arms. Oh if only I lived closer and had little kids I would be the first to jump at the possibility of hiring Amy.

Amy cared for my twin girls from the time they were 5 months until the were two years. She is energetic, patient, generous, responsible, reliable and very loving. I felt very comfortable each day, leaving for work, knowing my children would receive the best care ever. Amy not only provided them with a stimulating learning experience, but also kept them active outside the house with walks and visits to the park and other places. We remain close friends to this day and I was grateful and felt lucky that someone so special could care for my children, treating them with such love and filling their days with activity. She went above and beyond my expectations and I would highly recommend her services. - Lisa