Saida came to work with our family when Sofia was only 17 months old and worked with us for full 2 months. Unfortunately, her stay was short as we no longer needed care as I have finished my studies and was capable of looking after my daughter myself.

By 19 months, Sofia possessed a number of skills. First of all, her first clear speech became prominent. She could say and indicate at many objects: hat, hair, toe, flower, nose, cheek, duck, door, baby, ear, dad, mummy, kick, take, tree, twinkle, star and the sun. Saida taught Sofia to mimic different animal sounds such as monkey, fish dog, cat and bear sounds. Saida taught her to respond to action words such as: kick, throw, roll, take, shake and bang. Saida played a number of games with Sofia: hide and seek, peek-a-boo, pat-a-cake, kicking a ball. Saida taught her numbers from 1 till 5 and was teaching colours as well. She taught our babes how to climb a slide.

Most importantly, Saida constantly encouraged Sofia to run around. She went for a walk every day and by 19 months Sofia’s gross motor skills were very well advanced. Saida has been to many playgrounds with Sofia and now babes is a big fan of outdoors activities.

What I truly appreciate about Saida is her professionalism. Unlike other nannies, she did not only make a first good impression. Most importantly, she was able to maintain the same work ethics throughout her entire time with our family. Taking into account how demanding a mother can be to the person she entrusts to look after her child, Saida was able to fulfil high expectations. Saida is trust worthy, safe, adapted well to Sofia’s routine and was always friendly. Saida will never do her business, while looking after your child. Especially, she will never use her phone around the child, which is quite commendable in the age of technology.

I would strongly recommend Saida to any parent as her work ethics and professionalism is an asset to the development of one’s child.

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