8. The Raw Truth About Nannying, Trust and Becoming Family with Brittany Gaut

This weeks guest offers a very interesting perspective into business and motherhood. welcomed Brittany Gaut into our home as a nanny but didn’t realise she would become one of the most important people in our lives. She became family, a best friend, a sister and a constant source of support. Now she is a mother herself and her insights are truly incredible. In this episode she shares: - Why being a nanny is so much more than simply looking after children. - How becoming part of a family's life requires trust, teamwork and genuine care. - Why the mental load of parenting can be just as exhausting as the physical work. - The biggest misconceptions people have about being a nanny. - How working as a nanny prepared her for motherhood, and the ways it didn't. - Why knowing too much about routines and sleep actually made becoming a mum harder. - The pressure she felt to be the "perfect mum" because of her experience with children. - What parents should look for when choosing the right nanny for their family. - How government in-home care subsidies can make having a nanny more affordable than many people realise. - Why the right nanny doesn't just support the children, they can transform an entire family. **Key Quotes**  **"You are part of a family... it's not just about looking after the children."** **"The mental load is so much harder now because I had you to tag team."** **"I questioned how I got paid every day because it was the best job."** **More about Britt** Follow her personal Instagram and work Instagram. You can find in home care details here and the agency we used here. **You can get involved with the podcast online**   Website https://herethereeverywhere.com.au/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/here\there\everywhere\_aus/ FB group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CWFAe3LkU/?mibextid=wwXIfr * * * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.