Sheila has been looking after my two young boys (5 months old and 2 when she started) for 9 months, 2 days per week.

We have found her to be such a warm, caring person who our boys adore. I sometimes work from home and when I do, I can hear my boys laughing so much and obviously having a great time with Sheila.

As a mum, I find Sheila very easy to chat to and she provides a thorough update on the boys each day - what they've eaten, nappies if relevant, how they've slept, what activities they have done and how they've behaved. She also leaves our home spotless.

Sheila is 200% competent with the boys. She is straight onto it if one has a temperature or any other problems such as teething. My oldest is an incredibly fussy eater, and Sheila has magically got him eating red meat (first time in 6 months and he still won't do this for me), eggs, vegetables, etc. She is also a great cook (with a lot of variety) and regularly cooks and freezes for me.

Sheila is a very calm person who doesn't raise her voice but is firm with the boys when needed. She also explains situations and consequences to them to help them understand. I know when taking the boys outside for activities that she looks after their safety as a priority because my oldest went through a phase of trying to run away thinking it was funny and she and I would discuss this and how to deal with it.

I have found a huge benefit of Sheila is her vast nanny experience and knowledge of children. It's invaluable having someone so experienced looking after your precious children.

My work hours have changed which is resulting in me needing to find someone with more availability than Sheila can provide. I'm really sad for my boys though because I know they will miss Sheila immensely. I can't recommend Sheila highly enough.