Hi Ambah,

I had never heard of mother nannies before also, until I started to do internet searches about nanny agencies etc. I think it's a fabulous idea - as it's cheaper than paying for a full time nanny.

I was actually a nanny during uni days - back then I didn't have any quals, training or even a first aid certificate. I just answered an ad in the Courier Mail and got on really well with the mother and kids during the first meeting (the girls were primary school age).

As I had babysat for my cousin's kids, I got a reference from my cousin, just so I had 'something'.

These days, you would probably need to register with a nanny/babysitting agency for work - there's quite a few in Brisbane (just do a google search).

Some require more quals than others. You may need to start with babysitting, if you don't have nanny training. And I don't see a problem with taking your own child along.

Good luck - it's a great idea!

Margot.