The Nanny Diaries is a podcast series about nannies, their employers and the issues they face in our South African context. The Great Equalizer podcast in collaboration with writer, journalist and mother, Samantha Steele, touches base with experts in the field, moms navigating this unique space and, of course, the real MVPs, the nannies themselves.
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The Nanny Diaries is a podcast series about nannies, their employers and the issues they face in our South African context. The Great Equalizer podcast in collaboration with writer, journalist and mother, Samantha Steele, touches base with experts in the field, moms navigating this unique space and, of course, the real MVPs, the nannies themselves.
This is the reality for many live-in nannies in South Africa and, unfortunately, it comes with a dark origin story, which we unpack in this episode of The Nanny Diaries.
We also unpack how this unique working relationship (which is particular to South Africa) has many advantages for both parents and nannies, like increased flexibility and signicantly reduced living expenses (both beneficial for low-income earners like nannies).
We'll also hear from both real nannies who live at their place of employment as well as their employers. The employer-nanny dynamic can be a really loving and positive relationship, but there are some obvious pitfalls, which we discuss.
Many moms struggle with feelings of little to no privacy, and are unsure about how to give negative feedback. Many nannies, meanwhile, miss their homes and are very aware that their place of employment is not their space.
We hope that we can all learn from each other to establish a better working relationship all round. Let us know what you think of the episode? And if you have any questions or comments, please email Sam Steele and the TGE gang at info@thegreatequalizer.co.za.
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The Nanny Diaries
The Nanny Diaries is a podcast series about nannies, their employers and the issues they face in our South African context. The Great Equalizer podcast in collaboration with writer, journalist and mother, Samantha Steele, touches base with experts in the field, moms navigating this unique space and, of course, the real MVPs, the nannies themselves.
