Bessa looked after my boy from 9-18 months and also my 3 year old. I was anxious on leaving him after maternity and also how my 3 year old would adjust with new changes at home, and Bessa was so warm and wonderful.

She adhered to the routine I had set for my boy Shay and built a great bond with him. She drives which is an added bonus so would give breakfast, drop my daughter to pre school and also pick her up. She kept the house spotless (better than us!) and it was always a delight to come home to clean well fed happy kids. She was lovely with my daughter (who is adjusting to a new baby brother). She confidently took Shay and my girls to parks, farms, play groups and even a doctors appointment - and became an integral part of the family. We both have busy jobs and can have long hours and I was always confident the kids would be well looked after with Bessa around.

We are learning to adjust without her now that he has transitioned to nursery and may daughter has started school. I would be very happy to give a reference and any family would be lucky to have her.

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