A links page is one of the oldest traditions on this site, and one of the most requested. Where the family resources page curates practical tools and reading by topic, this page is the directory of institutions — the professional bodies and government offices you will eventually need by name. Bookmark once, find everything later.
Professional organizations
- International Nanny Association (INA) — the profession's principal association since 1985: standards, ethics code, role definitions (the caregiver tiers in our guide trace back to industry vocabulary the INA standardized), an annual conference, and the INA Nanny Credential Exam.
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) — the early-childhood-education body; its accreditation and developmentally-appropriate-practice materials are valuable background for educated and teacher nannies.
Health authorities
- American Academy of Pediatrics — HealthyChildren.org — pediatric guidance written for parents and caregivers.
- CDC — Child Development — milestones and developmental screening materials.
- American Red Cross — CPR & First Aid Training — the standard caregiver certification, searchable by location.
Government offices
- IRS — Publication 926 — the Household Employer's Tax Guide; companion reading to our pay & tax FAQ.
- U.S. Department of Labor — Wage & Hour Division — minimum wage and overtime rules for domestic workers.
- ChildCare.gov — state-by-state licensing rules and childcare financial assistance.
- U.S. Department of State — Au Pair Program — the official J-1 au pair program rules.
- Consumer Product Safety Commission — recalls and safety standards for children's products.
- NHTSA — Car Seat Guidance — fit, installation, and free inspection stations.
On this site
The pages visitors arrive at this directory looking for, most often: the family hiring guide, the interview question bank, the work agreement walkthrough, and the caregiver career guide.
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