Mom Fires Nanny After Security Footage Shows Her Having "Inappropriate" Conversations With 9-Month-Old

"She explained that she was 'only playing around.' But I can't trust her with my child anymore."

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• December 3, 2023

Nannies play a vital, often underappreciated role in a child's upbringing. They are not just caregivers; they become a part of the family, influencing a child's development, providing emotional support, and fostering educational growth.

Children form attachments and learn social cues from their caregivers, making the nanny's behavior and interaction style crucial to their overall development.

The story revolves around a mother (38f) who hired a nanny, Kayla (26f), for her 9-month-old daughter. Initially, the arrangement seemed perfect: the child adored Kayla, and her developmental progress was noteworthy. However, the mother's perspective shifted upon observing Kayla through home surveillance.

Kayla's interactions, as seen through the cameras, raised concerns. She discussed what OP termed as "inappropriate" topics with the infant, such as her social life and future advice, which, although said in jest, seemed unacceptable to the mother.

Additionally, OP was upset that Kayla had a habit of sharing the child's dance videos with her husband but not her. The choice of music, including hip-hop, further heightened OP's concerns about the safety of her child around Kayla.

Recently, OP decided to confront Kayla about what she has been observing on the cameras. Tho Kayla apologized and explained that she meant no harm, OP was adamant that her contract would be terminated on the basis of "inappropriate behavior."

This decision sparked a conflict within the household. OP's husband, after being contacted by Kayla, disagreed with his wife's actions, describing them as harsh and unjustified.

Let's see who the Reddit community will side with on this matter.

Let’s dig into the details

A little background

OP checked the security cameras to discover that Kayla has inappropriate conversations with her daughter

OP ended up firing Kayla. Now, her husband is livid and has accused OP of treating the nanny badly

Here’s how the Reddit community reacted to the story:

“YTA… I'm a Speech-language Pathologist with an infant and a toddler. This is absolutely what you should be doing with a kid.”

“Admit that you were just jealous. She got along with your husband who is obviously more laid back than you, and your baby was attached to her.”

“Your child is only 9 months old. At that age, it doesn't matter what someone is talking to them about.”

“If this is how you normally act, I can see why she’d only send videos to your husband.”

“Are you seriously upset about ‘inappropriate’ conversations with a 9 month old baby?“

“The fact that she’s there speaking to your child every day and teaching her to hold conversation is more important.”

“It’s odd you made this decision without consulting your husband and after she agreed to change.“

“She can’t even understand anything being said to her.“

“YTA… I think you’re being extreme and petty to suddenly fire her like that.”

The Reddit community has given its verdict: OP is the ultimate a**hole! Commenters slammed her for being unreasonable and making such a hasty decision without even speaking with her husband.

A few commenters also pointed out that such a conversation cannot be deemed as “inappropriate”, especially when it involves a 9-month-old who can barely understand language. In fact, most people suspect that she’s just jealous that the nanny is more comfortable sending videos to her husband than her.

We’d love to get your thoughts on the story. Join the conversation in the comments.

Jesse