The Great Unicorn Search: Recent Episodes
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We want nothing more than to see kids thriving. That's why we're on the hunt for passionate people who are helping kids to do that in unique ways. Caregivers and parents alike will be inspired by the unicorns who are dedicated to making childhood special. Join us as we explore the possibilities of what it means to care for children.
To bring the podcast full circle for the last episode we have our very first Unicorn, Jada Rashawn! Jada shares how her career path has evolved since our first episode and what new “Adventures” she and Nicole have planned for the future. Stay tuned to see what’s coming next from Sittercity!
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Our next Unicorn is Carrie Bland, a Certified Professional Career Nanny, that is better known as Carrie the Nanny on Instagram. She was a swimmer growing up and since becoming a nanny and now mother is even more passionate about water safety and uplifting her nanny community.
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Our next Unicorn is Courtnee Jones who got her start in the daycare space then transitioned into being a full-time nanny for over a decade. She has since become a mother and is finding the balance of how to do both things together because nannies can be moms too!
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Courtnee mentions Nannypalooza
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The Great Unicorn Search is a Sittercity podcast. We have child care resources for both caregivers and parents and you can connect with us on Instagram or Facebook.
Our next Unicorn, Julianne Tejada, is a Newborn Care Specialist and Nanny. She grew up with nannies and always had side gigs babysitting starting with her sister. Everyone needs a village and Julianne helps to break the stigma of families needing help no matter their position. She is all heart and brings that love into each family she helps care for.
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Our next Unicorn is Hayley Williams aka @hayleywilll on TikTok. She is a Part-Time Nanny, Digital Creator, Model and Holistic Wellness Advocate. She is bringing her authentic self into her role as a part-time nanny and her “Day in the Life” videos have attracted millions of views.
Nicole mentions Sittercity Community Group
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Hayley Williams IG
Hayley Williams Wellness IG
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Our next Unicorn is Angela Johnson of Ask the Nanny. Her passion for child care started at the age of 11 when she first began babysitting which grew into becoming a nanny full time. With over 40 years of experience in the child care industry, she has a background in Early Childhood Education and Special Education and started Ask the Nanny to empower the next generation of caregivers and parents.
Ask the Nanny Website
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Angela mentions the International Nanny Association, Nanny Tees and Nannypalooza
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Our next Unicorn is Jillian Murray, Agency Owner of The Nanny Hub. With the goal of creating family wellness, Jillian focuses on that one-on-one impact she has had with her nanny family and brings that to her agency. The Nanny Hub guides families through the process of finding child care specialists in order to create lasting relationships to build their village and find balance.
The Nanny Hub
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The Healing Table
Jillian mentions the book You Are A Badass
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Our next Unicorn is Hannah Ough. She has an educational background in Recreation Management and Therapeutic Recreation which led her to teaching P.E. in elementary school and incorporating physical activity into her children’s everyday lives. Wanting to share that love with other families, she started P.E. in the Pines which provides outdoor physical education classes that makes movement fun!
P.E. in the Pines Website
P.E. in the Pines IG
P.E. in the Pines Facebook
Hannah mentions Playful Parenting Book
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Our next Unicorn is Nia Ellis. She is a Family Support Specialist and Founder of Nia’s Nest which provides postpartum doula services. She discovered her passion for postpartum care when helping a dear friend, became certified and has been the Fourth Trimester Fairy for many families.
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Nia's Nest Website
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Our next Unicorn is Nubia Henderson. She is the Founder of kids jamm, a family yoga and wellness brand that shares the tools of mindful movement and mediation with children and families. Through self-love and the tools she has garnered from her yoga practice she is leaving a legacy of love supporting parents and their families to become more centered and connected.
kids jamm Website
kids jamm Facebook
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Our next Unicorn, Amarachi Crystal, cares for children with joy as a nanny, but it’s more than just caring for children. It is also being a part of a family and therefore also being a part of the parents lives. This has led her to bridge the gap from being a nanny to a Parent Support Coach through her brand WiseChild Cares.
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Our next Unicorn, Nanny Miss Monique, has a love of reading! She was inspired by her first nanny family whose inclusion of literature into their family’s daily routine gave her the spark to read early and often to young children and expose them to beautifully diverse and inclusive books. Through social media she has been able to pass on that love of reading and expansive knowledge of children’s literature to countless families.
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Nanny Miss Monique Website
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The Great Unicorn Search is a Sittercity podcast. We have child care resources for both caregivers and parents and you can connect with us on Instagram or Facebook.
Cyan Nardiello, CEO of Once Upon a Nanny aka the Disney Nanny, is our next Unicorn. Her passion for child care started in high school when she got her first job at a daycare facility. Through that learning experience and her joy of going to Disney World she married the two and turned that into the business she runs today. With the help of her Fairy God-Nannies, they help families during their trips to major theme parks to create a special experience and enjoy all it has to offer.
Once Upon a Nanny
Once Upon a Nanny Social Media
Know a child care unicorn that should be on the show? Have them fill out our guest submission form.
The Great Unicorn Search is a Sittercity podcast. We have child care resources for both caregivers and parents and you can connect with us on Instagram or Facebook.
Our first Unicorn, Jada Rashawn, discusses her journey and transitions from being an entrepreneur in the nanny and childcare space to lifestyle content creator to caregiving tech consultant. She does all of this with a mission and message of joyful living and making noise in the nanny industry.
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Know a child care unicorn that should be on the show? Have them fill out our guest submission form.
The Great Unicorn Search is a Sittercity podcast. We have child care resources for both caregivers and parents and you can connect with us on Instagram or Facebook.
Know a child care unicorn that should be on the show? Have them fill out our guest submission form.
The Great Unicorn Search is a Sittercity podcast. We have child care resources for both caregivers and parents and you can connect with us on Instagram or Facebook.