The holiday season is magical. There are parties to attend, gifts to wrap, cookies to bake, and memories to create. But let’s be honest: fitting it all in as a parent isn’t always easy.
At Oliver’s Nannies, we understand that the holidays look different for every family. Whether you need a few hours to finish your shopping or full-day care during winter break, our FlexCare services offer an accessible holiday childcare solution designed to fit your needs.
How FlexCare Makes Holiday Childcare Accessible
With a FlexCare membership from Oliver’s Nannies, you’ll get access to on-demand professional childcare tailored to your schedule. Here’s how it works: you request care, we’ll match you with a vetted nanny from our network, and your holiday childcare is covered—freeing you up to cross a few things off that long list of to-dos!
The beauty of FlexCare is its versatility. Here are just a few ways our families take advantage of our professional nanny services during the holidays:
- Holiday shopping trips. Browse the toy aisle without little eyes peeking, or take your time finding the perfect gifts uninterrupted.
- Hosting guests or holiday parties. When you’re preparing dinner for twelve or welcoming out-of-town family, FlexCare gives you the space to focus on hosting while your child enjoys their own special activities.
- School winter break coverage. When school’s out but work isn’t, FlexCare provides consistent, reliable care that keeps your child engaged and happy during holiday breaks.
- Travel preparation. Packing, planning, and coordinating travel logistics is so much easier when you have an extra set of hands to keep your child entertained.
- Last-minute scheduling needs. Facing unexpected work deadlines or spontaneous holiday events? FlexCare’s flexibility means you can book care when life throws you a curveball.
The key is accessibility. Whether you’re planning weeks ahead or need care on short notice, FlexCare is there to adapt to your family’s rhythm.
The Oliver’s Nannies Difference
Our professional nannies bring real childcare experience and developmental knowledge to every interaction.
What does that mean for your child? When they’re building a block tower or helping bake cookies, they’re not just passing time—they’re practicing skills that matter. Our nannies naturally weave developmental opportunities into play, whether that’s strengthening fine motor skills through a craft project or encouraging problem-solving during a game of pretend. That’s the difference professional training makes: every activity becomes a chance for your child to learn something new.
The Professional Holiday Childcare Experience
Our nannies bring the magic of the season to life through activities designed to spark your child’s curiosity and imagination. These can include:
- Holiday crafts and art projects like paper snowflakes, handmade ornaments, or winter collages to build fine motor skills
- Seasonal baking that can introduce early math concepts through measuring and counting
- Holiday story times that help build language skills and spark imagination
- Music and movement activities set to festive songs while supporting coordination and rhythm
- Winter nature walks to explore the changing season and build observation skills
These aren’t just activities to pass the time. They’re opportunities for your child to grow, learn, and create holiday memories of their own.
How to Choose the Right Holiday Childcare Provider
When you’re evaluating holiday childcare options, here are five questions to ask:
- What experience and qualifications does the caregiver have? Look for providers with significant childcare experience. At Oliver’s Nannies, our professional caregivers bring years of hands-on experience and a genuine passion for working with children.
- Is the caregiver a good match for my family’s needs? We don’t just send any available sitter. We take the time to understand what matters most to your family, then pair you with the right caregiver through our signature nanny-matching process, Olico.
- Has the caregiver been properly vetted? All Oliver’s Nannies providers are thoroughly vetted, including extensive background checks and reference verifications.
- How flexible is the caregiver’s scheduling? The best holiday childcare solutions adapt to your needs, not the other way around. Our FlexCare nannies are just a call away—even on short notice.
- Will your child be actively engaged, or just supervised? Look for a caregiver who sees playtime as a chance to spark curiosity and support your child’s growth, not just fill the hours until you get home.
Give Yourself the Gift of Accessible Holiday Childcare
Whether you’re planning ahead for the next few weeks or need last-minute care, Oliver’s Nannies FlexCare is here to support your family. Our experienced caregivers create meaningful, enriching moments for your child, giving you the flexibility to tackle your to-do list and be fully present for the moments that matter most.
Contact your nearest Oliver’s Nannies location to discover everything our FlexCare memberships and full-time nanny services have to offer.