Hello! I’m Annie the Nanny—parenting coach, behaviour consultant, and a firm believer that raising children shouldn’t feel like negotiating a daily hostage situation.
Over the past 25 years, I’ve helped hundreds of families reclaim calm in their homes. Whether it’s tantrums, backtalk, bedtime drama, picky eating, or power struggles that would make a UN negotiator sweat—I’ve seen it all, and I can help.
I didn’t get into this work for the trends or buzzwords. I got into it because I believe children thrive when parents feel confident. I offer practical, honest, warm support that helps you get from chaos to calm without sticker charts, bribery, or endless negotiations.
Where You Might Have Seen Me
My work has been featured on CTV, CBC, Business Insider, Calgary’s Child Magazine, and Today’s Parent, among others. I also took part in a Munk Debate—Canada’s well-known forum for public conversation—which was an interesting experience and one more way I’ve explored how we talk about parenting and culture. Whether I’m working with families, speaking to a room full of parents, or performing one of my satirical poems, I love using words to connect, spark ideas, and share a laugh along the way.
I Also Write (and Perform) a Bit…
I also write and perform satirical poems—yes, really! They’re for adults, not children, and they often explore the same themes I see in my work: culture, the chaos of modern life, and more. Whether I’m speaking in schools or performing on stage, I love using humour and storytelling to get people thinking (and laughing a little too).
Parenting may be serious business—but I’ve also got a playful side. When I’m not helping families, I write satirical poems and modern fables (for grown-ups!) over at The Inconvenient Ironist. If you like your truth with a twist and your rhyme with a bite, come take a peek.
What I Believe
Children need strong, kind leadership. Parents need support they can trust. That’s what I offer—calm, consistent help that makes sense in the real world, not just on paper. I won’t sugar-coat things, but I’ll walk beside you as you make changes that work.
If you’d like to know more about how I can help, head over to my Parenting Services page or get in touch to book a chat. I’d love to hear from you.
