Like a Second Mother: Nannies and Housekeepers in the Lives of Wealthy Children

by Barbara Blouin

This collection of oral histories, memoirs and photographs was compiled to honor loving caregivers of children. There is no other book of its kind. The author interviewed over 40 adults who grew up in wealthy families and who feel immense gratitude to the nannies and housekeepers who gave them love and nurturing -- always from the heart. Many of these caregivers have passed on; however, the current generation of nannies also has plenty to say about the family contexts in which they are working. Eight previously unpublished short memoirs are included.

Genres: Nonfiction

Paperback

First published July 5, 1999