06/07/2026
SUMMER NANNY HACK! ☀️
Popsicles are an absolute staple for June afternoon snacks, but the sticky, colorful puddles running down your toddler's arms? Not so much.
Before you hand over that sweet treat, poke the bottom of the popsicle stick through a paper cupcake liner! It acts as a perfect little catch-all shield for all the inevitable drips and melts, keeping little hands, clothes, and your patio clean.
Our Twinkle Toes nannies are full of clever little tricks like this to keep summer days smooth and stress-free. Save this post for your next backyard playtime!
06/06/2026
Our June Book of the Month is "Commotion in the Ocean" by Giles Andreae! 🌊🦀
This playful, rhyming favorite takes little readers under the sea to meet colorful ocean creatures. With its fun rhythm and bright imagery, it keeps toddlers completely engaged while supporting early language development. It is the perfect summer read for beach days, pool time, or a calming wind-down after a sunny day of play.
Pro tip: Encourage your little ones to act out the sea animals to bring the story to life and turn reading time into interactive play! Have you read this one with your kiddos yet?
06/04/2026
Looking for a fantastic, creative way to kick off the weekend with your littles? 🎨
Tomorrow is the first Friday of the month, which means it is Tot Time at the Harn Museum of Art! This free program runs from 10 AM to 11 AM and is perfect for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Your tiny artists will get to enjoy an age-appropriate, docent-led tour looking at shapes and colors, followed by a hands-on art-making session in the classrooms.
It is the perfect indoor, air-conditioned escape from the morning humidity. Pack up the diaper bag and go spark some early museum love!
06/03/2026
Our nannies spend all week pouring love and energy into your sweet kiddos, so this month, we wanted to fill their cups right back up! 🎨✨
We had the absolute best time hosting a special nanny social event at right here in Gainesville. It was a wonderful opportunity to bring our Twinkle Toes community together in a relaxed, creative setting to just chat, laugh, and paint.
Building a strong, supportive culture is everything to us. Events like these allow us to show our incredible team some well-deserved appreciation, strengthen our connections, and remind them how truly valued they are. When our nannies feel loved and supported, that joy trickles right down into the care they provide for your family!
A huge thank you to Corks & Colors for having us, and an even bigger thank you to our phenomenal nannies. You all are the heartbeat of Twinkle Toes!
05/27/2026
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05/25/2026
Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸
Today we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️💙
We are grateful for their courage, service, and the freedom they helped protect.
Wishing all of our Gainesville families a safe, meaningful, and restful Memorial Day surrounded by the people you love most. ☀️
📸 shrimpandgritskids