About Valentina

Nine years ago, we hired Valentina when our daughter was just three months old — the start of our journey as first-time parents. What we didn't know then was that we were also gaining a true partner in raising our children. Entrusting a newborn to someone's care is one of the most vulnerable things a parent can do, and Valentina earned that trust from day one. She stepped into whatever our household needed — helping us find the right schedule and rhythm for our baby, pitching in with laundry and dishes, even caring for our elderly dog — not because any of it was in her job description, but because that is simply who she is. She was genuinely invested in helping our new family figure it all out. From the very beginning, Val brought an energy and resourcefulness that gave our daughter a richer daily life than we could have managed on our own. She found playgroups, library storytimes, museum days, and parks, building our little girl a social life that honestly put ours to shame. What sets Valentina apart is her gift for noticing what a child truly loves and running with it — for our son, that meant trains; for our daughter, dance. She cultivated those interests with books, activities, and outings that were always fun, educational, and screen-free. Both of our children have grown into confident, social kids who play well with others — and Valentina's influence is written all over that. She has also been the most reliable caregiver we could ask for, which has been a lifeline for our family since all of our close relatives live out of state. In nine years, she has never once left us in a lurch. She plans ahead, collaborates around our schedule, and makes sure we always know well in advance about anything coming up. If you are lucky enough to have Valentina available, do not hesitate. She is the gold standard of what a nanny can be, and our family is forever grateful to have had her.