Volunteer With PNN!

According to the US Census Bureau, Philadelphia has the highest poverty rate among the nation’s ten largest cities. That means 1 in 4 Philadelphians live in poverty with over 100,000 of those being kids. Volunteering and donating in your neighborhood can help change those statistics. Over the years, PNN has encouraged nannies to bring clothing, toys, and everyday supplies to our get togethers so they could be donated to Cradles to Crayons, an organization with the mission of providing children ages 0 to 12 some of the most important basics of life—free of charge. This year, we have taken it one step further and made it our mission to not only donate goods, but to volunteer. With the generous help of PNN’s Volunteer Liaison, Ellen Owen, we geared up for the challenge. On January 9^th, Ellen, along with PNN staff and nannies, volunteered at our local Cradles to Crayons in Conshohocken to help clean toys and other supplies for children in need. On February 13^th, Ellen is organizing a second volunteer event. Now is the time to help provide children newborns through 12 years living in low-income situations thrive at home and in school. Working at a volunteer station such as Clothing Sort, Outfits, School Supplies, Shoes, Toys, or Shopping, for two hours, gives a valuable gift to those in need.

Join us! Click to register for Team PNN’s February 13^th event from 10a-12p. Register

New Year's Resolutions Can Be for Kids Too!

Every January, adults around the world set goals for the new year. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that children can also take part in this global trend by working on resolutions relevant to their age group. Potential resolutions for your charge include:

Ages 3-5

• Wash hands repeatedly throughout the day.
• Put toys back where they belong when playtime is over.
• Be nice to other children on the playground and in school.
• Learn two new things each week.

Ages 6-12

• Limit the amount of daily sugary drinks.
• Learn a new sport or activity.
• Find a balance between technology and outdoor play.
• Make new friends.
• Follow all home and school safety rules.

Ages 13-18

• Eat the recommended daily serving of fruits and vegetables.
• Find a healthy balance between online and face-to-face interaction.
• Resist peer pressure.
• Ask for help from adults when needed.
• Treat people with respect.
• If applicable, do not text and drive.

Now that you and your charge have your 2016 resolutions set, have fun motivating one another!

Happy New Year from PNN!