Laura Amies Nanny

Laura Amies Nanny Childcare expert, author and new mum. Sharing tips and tricks, alongside of real life as a new parent with two decades of childcare experience.

31/08/2026

Before Elisabeth, I naively thought standing frames were just to give those in need of them an upright perspective of the world! That’s one of the reasons I like to share these videos, to help share awareness and understanding. 🩷

Also, thank you for helping me to help Elisabeth! 🤎

WHAT A DAY!!! Huge congratulations to taking_a_chance_on_france we were honoured to be a part of your incredibly special...
30/08/2026

WHAT A DAY!!!

Huge congratulations to taking_a_chance_on_france we were honoured to be a part of your incredibly special day! It was fabulous….. as are you!

THANK YOU for a wonderful day and here’s to years of happiness! 🍾🥰 ###x

🚨👇🏼FIRST THINGS FIRST…….I know that many children with extra needs and disabilities flourish in mainstream and specialis...
28/08/2026

🚨👇🏼FIRST THINGS FIRST…….I know that many children with extra needs and disabilities flourish in mainstream and specialist schools!! What’s right for one child and family does not have to be right for another. This post is purely about Elisabeth and her unique circumstances. 🩷

I also have a very unique perspective which has accumulated to us making the decision we have:

🩷Experience of working in mainstream schools.

🩷 Experience of caring for children with special educational needs.

🩷 Decades of hands on professional training and experience in various settings and homes.

🩷Conversations with parents 5 plus years ahead of me with their SMA warriors.

🩷Conversation with staff at specialist schools.

🩷A belief that without a healthy self esteem our intelligence and learning journey mean nothing.

🩷A mothering instinct which has dare I say, kept our daughter alive.

So please be kind with your input, questions and opinions on our decision which I’m choosing to share with you.

Thank you. 🩷

27/08/2026

I’m posting this TikTok video here just so that anyone remotely interested can hear Elisabeth say, “Happy”! 🥹🥹🤣🤣

My heart can’t take it! Xx

I honestly feel like Dolly Parton has been with me through thick and thin, for some of my happiest times and some of my ...
26/08/2026

I honestly feel like Dolly Parton has been with me through thick and thin, for some of my happiest times and some of my worst.

I’ve danced many a night away to 9-5, sang her songs at important events, introduced children to her music, enjoyed her songs in hundreds of different settings and absolutely LOVED being able to share Dolly with Elisabeth too.

Dolly Parton was an Earth Angel, who brought joy to the entire world……what a huge loss for mankind.

Thank you Dolly, we’ll miss you. 🩷🦋

It’s official, we have a two year old! 🥹🥲 SMA…..there’s nothing to see here! 💪🦁
25/08/2026

It’s official, we have a two year old! 🥹🥲

SMA…..there’s nothing to see here! 💪🦁

I know this seems like a lot of effort, but so many parents tell me their children won’t play alone and in my experience...
24/08/2026

I know this seems like a lot of effort, but so many parents tell me their children won’t play alone and in my experience, those that do play well have been taught how to first.

We don’t typically assume children need teaching to play but here’s the thing, whilst children are naturally inquisitive, love exploring and are very tactile, these things simply create a great foundation to play WHEN channelled in the right direction.

Think of it like building muscle, your biceps won’t get stronger unless you work them regularly and so your child’s attention span and ability to play independently is the same.

P.S This is NOT an advert, there’s no collaboration, but this wonderful frog toy is from Sensory Junction who have some great resources that Elisabeth loves.

I LOVE open ended toys which always have your back as a parent and your child’s creativity and attention at the forefron...
20/08/2026

I LOVE open ended toys which always have your back as a parent and your child’s creativity and attention at the forefront too!

🩷 Toys that can be a stable one day then a rocket ship the next.

🩷 Toys which grow with the child.

🩷 Toys which are durable!

🩷 Toys that travel well or fit into a nappy bag etc.

🩷 Toys that enhance and aid a child’s development as opposed to replace it.

🩷Toys like MAGNA-TILES® | Magnetic Tiles

Worth their weight in gold and no, this isn’t an advert! This is just me showing appreciate for something I’ve used for decades! They just never fail! 💪🩷

Whether it be as a nursery nurse, getting a mere glimpse at drop off and pick up, or from deep within the habits and rou...
19/08/2026

Whether it be as a nursery nurse, getting a mere glimpse at drop off and pick up, or from deep within the habits and routines I was immersed in behind
closed doors as a live in nanny, I’ve seen a lot.

To be honest, I feel like I’ve seen it all! 🤣😮‍💨

Here on this kitchen floor I’ve sobbed, hyperventilated, had panic attacks, felt angry and frustrated (never openly, or ...
16/08/2026

Here on this kitchen floor I’ve sobbed, hyperventilated, had panic attacks, felt angry and frustrated (never openly, or towards Elisabeth), stressed and often hated this part of our journey.

It’s VERY different to anything else we do because it’s so unsafe.

At its worst point, SMA Type 1 robbed Elisabeth of the ability to even swallow her own saliva, so the inner dread and trauma I have surrounding this topic is palpable.

However, after over a year of working painfully slowly on her ability to swallow food, I can now offer Elisabeth purées, yogurt and EVEN some melty puffs and she manages to enjoy the new tastes and textures (immensely actually).

This right here is proof of grit, consistency, determination and bravery. WE CAN DO HARD THINGS!

And….it only adds weight to the ethos and practice I’ve carried throughout my professional journey too. It’s mindset, action, effort and having faith in yourself to make the right decisions.

P.S Plus a tiny speck of miracle, thrown in for good measure. 😭💪🥹

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