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Raising children today often feels like a juggling act - work commitments, school schedules, household tasks, and the emotional load of parenting can leave families stretched thin. In this landscape, who cares for our kids matters more than ever.  Intergenerational care - a model where mature-aged carers (like our trusted NannyGrannies) step in to support families with warmth, wisdom, and experience. Beyond simple practical help, these relationships offer something deeper: the gift of resilience.  What Do We Mean by “Resilience”?  In psychology, resilience is a child’s ability to adapt and bounce back from life’s challenges. It doesn’t mean being unaffected by stress or disappointment, but rather developing the internal strengths and external supports that help them cope and grow.  Key building blocks of resilience include:  - Secure attachment: feeling safe, valued, and cared for.  - Emotional regulation: learning to calm down and manage big feelings.  - Social connection: developing empathy, cooperation, and trust.  - Sense of identity: knowing “I matter, I belong, I can contribute.”  These are not abstract concepts - they’re shaped by everyday relationships.  Why Intergenerational Care Works  Mature-aged carers bring something unique to the table that strengthens these building blocks:  1. Consistency and Reliability    Many NannyGrannies have already raised families of their own. They understand the power of routine, patience, and showing up when it matters. That stability reassures children and reduces anxiety.  2. Wisdom and Perspective     Life experience brings calm. Where younger carers may feel rushed or distracted, older carers often model patience and perspective. Children learn that challenges can be overcome with time and care.  3. Storytelling and Shared History     Stories passed down - about family, community, or even “when I was your age” - help children connect to something bigger than themselves. This anchors their identity and boosts belonging.  4. Mutual Benefit     The care relationship is not one-sided. Children give older carers energy, laughter, and purpose. Research shows that intergenerational exchange reduces loneliness in elders while increasing social and emotional skills in kids. Everyone wins.  The Psychological Benefits  From a professional lens, children cared for in intergenerational settings often demonstrate:  - Stronger social-emotional development (they learn empathy and cooperation).  - Better language and communication skills (through rich conversations and stories).  - Increased confidence and problem-solving (when guided with patience rather than urgency).  - A deepened sense of belonging (knowing they are loved not just by parents, but by a wider circle of caring adults).  These outcomes directly protect against anxiety, low self-esteem, and the long-term effects of stress.  Real-World Example  Imagine a six-year-old whose parents both work full-time. Afternoons with a NannyGranny aren’t just about supervision - they include baking muffins, walking to the park, or hearing stories about “back in my school days.”  To the child, these aren’t small moments - they’re lessons in patience, creativity, connection, and shared joy. These micro-experiences accumulate, shaping resilience for years to come.  What This Means for Families  When you choose intergenerational care, you’re not just solving a childcare problem - you’re investing in your child’s psychological foundation.  At NannyGranny, we believe children thrive when surrounded by people who bring not just skills, but also heart, wisdom, and community. Our carers provide safety and support while modelling the values that help kids grow into confident, compassionate adults.  Final Word  Resilience doesn’t develop overnight - it grows in the soil of secure relationships, daily routines, and shared stories. Intergenerational care offers fertile ground for that growth, benefiting not only children but also parents, carers, and communities.  Because when generations care for each other, everyone becomes stronger. ✅ Want to learn more? Browse our trusted NannyGrannies and see how intergenerational care can support your family today.

The Australian childcare sector is under intense scrutiny right now. 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Between devastating allegations, rising costs, and mounting waitlists, there’s no shortage of problems. But the real issue isn’t cost or safety - it’s structural. Systemic. Our current childcare model was designed in the mid-90s, when funding for community- based care was cut in favour of formal, centre-based services. It was built to support working parents in 1990s-era workplaces; Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, in the office. The system is seriously outdated and in urgent need of reform. As a working mum who struggled to find a care model that actually worked for our family, I know firsthand how rigid the system can feel - even when you're doing everything “right”. Both family life and working life have changed dramatically over the past 30+ years. Women’s workforce participation has leapt to record levels (up more than 10 percentage points since the early 2000s) while the division of labour at home hasn’t shifted at all. Add rising living costs, rising everything, and a constant undercurrent of global uncertainty — and it’s no wonder families are feeling overwhelmed and under-supported by a system designed for another time. Post-pandemic, the nature of work has changed. Remote roles, part-time ‘gig’ work, and portfolio careers are more common than ever - yet our care systems still operate as if every parent works 9 to 5 in a fixed location. Parents today are navigating busy schedules and shifting rosters. They need flexible care that fits their reality. But families don’t just need flexibility. They need trusted care that feels personal, and genuinely invested in their child’s wellbeing. The vast majority of childcare workers are loving, hard-working people doing their best within this overstretched system. This isn’t about blaming the people holding it all together - it’s about recognising that the system isn’t holding up its end. We need to do better for Australian families, for older caregivers who want to contribute, and for the children - and elders - who benefit most from consistent, compassionate care. Because while families are burning out, thousands of older women - retired teachers, nurses, mothers - are locked out of the workforce. These women are a wealth of knowledge and skill. They’re also deeply motivated, financially undervalued, and profoundly needed. Not just in childcare, but in aged care too, where demand is accelerating fast. That’s why we built NannyGranny: to reconnect generations, restore practical support for families, and give experienced caregivers renewed purpose and fair income. It’s not a replacement for centres - it’s a complement. A more human, flexible way to meet the evolving care-needs of modern families. If we want to support Australian families, we need to look within our local communities. That means rethinking outdated systems, backing more flexible models of care, and reconnecting the people - and generations - who’ve always made it work. It’s time to move beyond one-size-fits-all. That’s why we support the call for a Royal Commission into Childcare - and specifically, a reform of the Child Care Subsidy to include home-based, community-driven, and intergenerational care, so families have access to trusted, responsive care that meets them where they are, not where the system expects them to be. Because when we design systems that support both older women and younger families, everyone benefits. Let’s build something more flexible. More inclusive. More human. Let’s rebuild the village we were never meant to live without.