nanny testimonials
Growing up, I always dreamed about living in New York City, but I never knew how to make that dream come true. When I found Southern Grace Nannies, I knew I had to apply. Southern Grace Nannies provided me with the greatest life experience. Throughout my time as a nanny, I fell in love with the most amazing family, made new life-long friends, and had the opportunity to live somewhere I may not have had the chance to otherwise. The family I was paired with immediately became a second family to me and I felt so loved and valued while working for them. I enjoyed the summer with my family so much that I came back for another one the next year. If I could nanny for them every summer I would! The two boys I nannied have such a special place in my heart and I know that I will always have a second family in New York City. Not only was the family fantastic, the new friendships I created enhanced the experience all the more. While working in New York City, I was able to meet up with other nannies through Southern Grace and we explored the city, ate at amazing restaurants, and shopped together. During my time on Nantucket, I became friends with many different people that I met around town and through working. The opportunity to nanny for such an amazing family, make great connections, and live in New York City and on Nantucket was an experience that I will cherish forever. My advice to anyone thinking about being a nanny for Southern Grace Nannies is to do it! The process my seem scary, but Madison and the families make it such an easy, comfortable, and incredible experience.
Allyson Patton
“Hold onto the memories, they will hold onto you.” This Taylor Swift lyric has always meant so much to me—and it is truly something I live by. The most beautiful things in life are not things—they’re people and the memories we create with them. Because of Southern Grace Nannies, I have had the opportunity to create the most beautiful memories with some of the most amazing people. My name is Allie Chappell, and I have worked with two lovely families as a travel nanny and summer nanny. As a small town girl from Tennessee, I never would have imagined that I would do something like this, but it has been the most rewarding experience. From the concerts and games at Fenway Park, beach days on Cape Cod, day trips to Martha’s Vineyard, and bluebird ski days in Sun Valley—to all the little moments in between—I will forever be thankful for what I’ve learned and experienced as a Southern Grace Nanny. I am so glad I took a leap of faith and applied to this company—and I would recommend it a million times over.
Allie Chappell
Living in New York has been my dream since I was 13, and coincidentally 13 was also my age when I began babysitting. Fast forward to college; I knew it was time to move from being a summer nanny in Arkansas to becoming a nanny on the East Coast. I have worked with two amazing families in my time as a Southern Grace Nanny. I spent the first summer in Connecticut, Nantucket, and New Hampshire. I was able to explore places I would not typically get to visit. I joined the next family during the summer of covid lockdown, and we spent the entire summer on Long Island. Despite being in the beginning of the pandemic, our time together was almost magical. I came back the following year after college graduation and I have been with them in New York City ever since! My nanny family feels like my second family, and getting to live in the heart of New York City is a dream come true. Being a Southern Grace Nanny has also given me the opportunity to develop real world skills like budgeting, time management, and a strong sense of independence. I have had the best time as a nanny, and would encourage anyone who wants to go on a new adventure to consider Southern Grace Nannies.
Georgia Rogers
Working as a nanny in New York City & the Hamptons has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I am so grateful for Madison at SGN for connecting me with the most wonderful family - one that has welcomed me with open arms and treated me as a true member of their family from day one. I had the pleasure of spending multiple summers caring for this family and connecting with many of their friends and members of their community. Every moment spent with them was filled with laughter, learning, unforgettable memories, and lifelong lessons. They valued my role, supported me, and showed immense appreciation for what I was doing. It was more than just a job, but a genuine connection that made my time as a nanny an absolute joy! For anyone considering this path, I cannot recommend it enough. Madison provided the support and opportunities to find the perfect fit as well as regular check-ups and connection with other nannies in the area. Not only was I able to build a life-long connection with the family, I also made friendships that I will cherish forever!
Molly Morrow
Working with Southern Grace Nannies has been one of the most rewarding and memorable experiences I have had. Over the past three summers I have worked for some of the kindest, most welcoming families who immediately made me feel like family. Every summer has been such an adventure- beautiful summers in Nantucket and the Hamptons, weekend trips to the city. These experiences have been so meaningful that saying goodbye at the end of each summer has been so heartbreaking. What has made this experience so memorable are the amazing kids. Spending almost every day with them allows you to build such genuine connections. Watching them grow and learn has been a very fulfilling experience. On top of that, I have met so many wonderful friends through this journey- people I still keep in touch and cherish.
Stepping outside of my comfort zone to live and work in a new place taught me so much about myself. Madison has been an amazing guide through it all, making the entire process smooth and ensuring I was matched with families that were the perfect fit! I am so grateful for the memories I have made; this has been the most wonderful way to spend my summers. To anyone considering this experience- DO IT! Being a SGN has been the most wonderful way to spend my summers- it is an experience I will always treasure!
Bella Couch
