Nannies from the Heart has worked with Austin families for more than 10 years, and during that time we've built great relationships with a variety of resources and remarkable women around town. All listed below are referrals from our staff, clients and nannies. If you have a service you love, drop us a line and let us know so we can add to the growing list of referrals.
For more great references, also see the resources page for Renee Trudeau and Associates.
Bethany Prescott
http://www.bethanyprescott.com
Notes: Referral by clients and Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Offers private coaching sessions for parents who are seeking support and are looking for new tools and strategies to incorporate into their family structure.
Austin Mothers of Multiples
http://www.austinmoms.org
Notes: Referred by clients.
Resources and information for mothers of multiples.
Katie Malinski
http://www.katiemalinski.com/
Notes: Referred by clients.
Katie Malinski, LCSW, is a licensed child & family therapist and parenting coach. She helps parents gain understanding, effectiveness, and confidence in all areas of their parenting, and offers workshops on communication, puberty and "Beyond Birds & Bees." She does one-on-one work with kids and families to help restore balance, and loving, fun relationships.
Carrie Contey
http://www.earlyparenting.com
Notes: Referred by clients and Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Supporting, educating and inspiring families from before conception through childhood.
Claire Flynn
http://www.for-kids-sake.com
Notes: Referred by clients and Rebecca D'Amico has used their services.
The latest information on child growth and development, focusing on effective and positive parenting strategies to support parents. Also offers strategies on choosing schools tailored to your child's learning styles.
Seat Check
http://www.seatcheck.org
Notes: Referred by clients and, Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Child safety seat installation resources and inspection locator.
Renee Trudeau
http://www.careerstrategists.net
Notes: Referred by clients and friend of Rebecca D'Amico, who also has used her services
Career planning, coaching and marketing.
Katherine Torrini
http://www.creativelifespark.com
Notes: NH Client; Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Classes and workshops to spark creativity and passion!
Melissa D'Antoni
Fire Tree Studios - http://www.firetreestudios.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Fire Tree Studios is a laboratory for the art of living that offers individual and group experiences celebrating the creative process through the expressive and transformative arts.
Renee Trudeau
Mother's Guide to Self-Renewal - http://www.reneetrudeau.com
Notes: Referred by clients and friend of Rebecca D'Amico, who also has served as a Personal Renewal Group Facilitator
Read the book, The Mother's Guide to Self-Renewal or join a group. The Personal Renewal groups offer you:
* Monthly resources for creating balance in your life
* Strategies and insights for self-renewal
* Ideas on reconnecting with "who you are"
* Community and meaningful connection with like-minded mothers
Candis Clarke
Garden Heads - http://www.gardenheads.net
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Organic garden and art classes and camps for children.
Michael Zumpano
Minds in Motion - http://www.mimel.net
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used his services.
Experiential learning ... Summer camps and programs designed just for boys.
Little Helping Hands
http://littlehelpinghands.org
Notes: Referred by clients.
Inspiring community service in kids.
The Little Gym
http://www.tlgaustinlakelinetx.com
Notes: Referred by clients and partnership with Nannies from the Heart.
Physical development classes for babies and children.
Yvette Montalvo
Mariposas Spanish Language Programs - http://www.mariposasspanish.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Spanish language programs and camps for kids.
Carey Youngblood
Heartsong Music - http://www.heartsongmusictogether.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Music together programs for babies and kids.
Lauren Boyle
Lupine Lane - http://www.LupineLane.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Classes provide a unique opportunity for parents and caregivers to experience their child's learning and creative process first hand.
Food on the Table
www.foodonthetable.com
Notes: Referral from Rebecca D'Amico
Web-based solutions for meal planning and saving money at the grocery store.
Andrew Brooks
Spirited Food - http://www.spiritedfood.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used his services.
Personal chef and catering service that provides convenient, time saving, and nutritious meals through a weekly meal service.
Toni Scott
Dinner Made Simple - http://www.dinnermadesimple.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Personal chef and catering service that provides convenient, time saving, and nutritious meals through a weekly meal service.
Amy Culp
Sculpture Nutrition and Fitness - http://www.sculpturetexas.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Comprehensive fitness and nutrition services.
Chris Heidel
Libra Fitness - http://www.librafitnessaustin.com
Notes: NH client.
Trainer that provides the tools, education, support, and commitment needed for you to meet your goals.
David Ansel
The Soup Peddler - http://www.souppeddler.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used his services.
Quality soups and dishes delivered to your doorstep each week.
Jessica Buonocore
Ate Foods - http://www.atefoods.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Fresh and healthy, ready-to-eat meals delivered each week.
Ginger Webb
Texas Medicinals - http://www.texasmedicinals.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Texas Medicinals is an herbalist-owned company specializing in therapeutic herbal products made with fresh organic and wild-harvested herbs.
Amway: Christi McNamee
http://www.amway.com/ChristiM
Notes: NH nanny
Great products for health, nutrition, beauty and home.
Judy Wadsworth
Beauty from Flowers - http://www.beautyfromflowers.com
Notes: NH nanny, and Wendy Lipe uses her products.
Organic line of skin care products created from a wide array of beautiful flowers also blended harmoniously with potent plant antioxidants, nutrients from the sea, skin nurturing vitamin blends and pure essential oils.
Mary Mearig
Rodan and Fields Independent Consultant - https://mmearig.myrandf.com/
Notes: NH nanny, and Wendy Lipe uses her products.
While everyday skin conditions can be complex, the solutions don't have to be. That's why our products are based on a philosophy of Multi-Med Therapy—using the right medicines and active cosmetics, in the right formulations, in the right order. As practicing dermatologists, Dr. Rodan and Dr. Fields know that treating the underlying cause of a problem works and yields long-term benefits.
Cameron Babberney
Aroma-Massage - http://www.aroma-massage.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Aromatherapy massage for health and healing.
Darline Turner-Lee
Mamas On Bed Rest & Beyond - www.mamasonbedrest.com
Notes: Referred by clients and friend of Rebecca D'Amico.
Personal care services and gifts to high risk pregnant women on prescribed bed rest.
Central Texas Birth Network
http://centexbirthnetwork.org
Notes: Referred by clients.
A network of doulas, midwives, consultants and others.
Austin Diaper Squad
http://diapersquad.com/
Notes: Referred by clients.
A locally-owned, ecologically-friendly diaper service.
Baby Stay Asleep
http://www.babystayasleep.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Baby Stay Asleep is a safe, effective sleep system that allows you to elevate the head of the crib up to 30 degrees while keeping your baby secure and comfortable. Elevating the head of the crib may be recommended for infant acid reflux, respiratory issues, ear infections, colic and other sleep concerns.
Kaoni Norris
Kaoni Norris Photography - http://www.kaoninorris.com
Notes: Referred by clients, and Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Photojournalist and portraiture photographer.
Flashpool Productions
Sarah Teveldal
www.flashpoolproductions.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Underwater portraiture photographer for families, sports and unique settings.
Lyndsay Stradtner
Life in Motion Photography - http://www.lifeinmotionphotography.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Real life is worth photographing.
Brooke West
Brooke West Photography - http://www.brookewestphotography.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Child photographer who enjoys capturing people and moments as they truly are.
Alison Eden
Alison Eden Photography - http://www.alisoneden.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Mama of two intolerably funny boys captures the charm of children on camera.
Mindy Ravines
Mindy Ravines Photography - http://www.mindyravinesphotography.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Family photographer capturing joyful moments.
Tanya Warpula
Cozy Impressions Photography - http://www.cozyimpressionsphotography.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Babies, family, children and seniors photography concentrating on natural light, location shooting.
Bailey Solutions
http://www.baileysolutions.com
Notes: Recommended by Wendy Lipe.
Reducing your stress by turning your ‘to-do' list into a ‘to-DONE' list!
Errand Solutions-Grocery shopping, pick up the dry cleaning, wait for the repair man, get that last minute birthday gift and find someone to watch the dogs while you are away. Sound familiar? Let Bailey Solutions complete your to-do list and errands. Whether you need a personal assistant, household manager, organizer, or just a personal shopper we have the solution for you.
Organization Solutions-From the garage to the pantry or closet, get organized today.
Referral Solutions-We have sought out the best vendors and have built personal relationships with each one to ensure your complete satisfaction. We don't just pick someone out of the phone book, we believe in relationships and relationships build trust and we know the most trusted vendors in Austin.
Rebecca Obenhaus
Club House Scene - http://www.clubhousescene.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
All-inclusive and personalized children's parties for ages 3 to 12 years old.
Jen Allen
Jen Allen Design - http://www.estrojen.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used her services.
Customized wedding, baby and party invitations.
Wise Companion Care
www.wisecompanioncare.com
Notes: Referred by Rebecca
Smart, dignified and active at-home care assistance for seniors.
Rita Aceves
Beary Cute Stuffables - http://www.bearycutestuffables.com
Notes: Wendy Lipe has used her services.
"Build Your Own Stuffed Animal" parties for kids.
Anita Mennucci
http://www.stelladot.com/sites/anitamennucci
Notes: NH client and friend of Rebecca D'Amico.
Host a trunk show to earn free jewelry, start your own work-from-home business as a stylist, or just shop the online catalog of unique jewelry pieces.
Gina McCool
http://www.kbeau.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Gina McCool is the artist behind KBeau. She is primarily a self taught jewelry designer and jewelry maker.
Joe Jones
Whole Earth Provision - http://www.wholeearthprovision.com
Notes: Family of NH nanny, and Rebecca D'Amico has shopped there forever!
Whole Earth Provision is a locally owned chain of three Austin stores that outfits you for travel, adventure, and fun ... and offers a wide variety of gifts for all ages.
Tamara Cryer
Pocket Loveys - http://www.pocketlovey.com
Notes: NH client and referred by clients.
The PocketLovey goes beyond the traditional lovey, blankie, or security blanket. Created by a company dedicated to helping your baby blossom into a happy, healthy, well-adjusted little person.
You Are Good Tees
http://www.youaregoodtees.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Inspirational T-shirts benefiting local abused children.
Girls' School of Austin
http://www.thegirlsschool.org
Notes: Referred by clients, and Rebecca D'Amico's daughter attends the school.
The Girls' School of Austin provides an intellectually challenging education for girls in a supportive and creative environment.
A+ Learning Solutions
http://www.apluslearningtexas.com
Notes: Referred Rebecca D'Amico
A Tutor and MORE ~ A+ Learning Solutions provides effective services for children with ADD, dyslexia and autistic spectrum issues.
Misty Adair
Spark Interiors - http://www.sparkinteriors.com
Notes: Friend of Rebecca D'Amico.
Assisting people in creating homes that they love, that use less space and resources, and that are congruent with their lifestyles.
Wellspring Landscape Services
http://www.wellspringlandscapes.com
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico has used their services.
Lawn maintenance and landscape design by "Green Garden" certified professionals with a thorough knowledge of plants.
Business and Balance Austin
http://www.bizandbalanceaustin.org
Notes: Rebecca D'Amico is a member.
A professional organization for women entrepreneurs who also happen to be parents. Membership includes more than 300 entrepreneurs, many of whom "off ramped” after successful careers in corporate America to launch small businesses that allow for flexible schedules that support their families and life goals.
MamaCents Consignment
http://www.mamacents.com
Notes: Referred by clients.
Consignment sales and motherhood classes.
North Central Caregivers
http://www.main.org/nccaregivers
Notes: Referred by clients.
Assists older adults to remain independent and in their own homes by offering a variety of services provided by volunteers at no cost to the recipient.
