“Ricci began working with our family when our son Elijah was 9 months old, and she has felt like
a member of our family from day one. While I’ll share a few specific details in this letter, it’s truly difficult to capture just how much of an impact Ricci has had on our son’s life and development.

She has played a vital role in raising Elijah to be the kind, caring, intelligent, respectful, and strong boy he is today. From the outset, Ricci earned our complete trust with her work ethic, professionalism, and complete focus on our son’s well-being.

From the beginning, Ricci was consistently punctual, planned time off well in advance, and maintained an open, honest communication with us. Her professionalism has been evident since day one, and we’ve always appreciated her reliability.

In the early years, Ricci brought energy and enthusiasm every single day. She was constantly engaging with Elijah—respecting our no-screens rule, taking him to playgrounds, encouraging social interaction, and organizing playdates independently. Her initiative and creativity in planning his days were invaluable, especially as our own schedules became more demanding.

During his long naps, Ricci would help with household chorse like laundry and cleaning without ever needing to be asked—always staying productive and helpful.

As Elijah began to develop a personality as 3 to 4 year olds do, Ricci continued to be a steady, nurturing presence. She treated him with kindness and respect while also providing firm boundaries when needed.

She had a natural ability to parent in a way that aligned with our values, and we were always confident that he was in capable and loving hands. They shared a special bond —one filled with laughter, learning, and yes, the occasional secret ice cream adventure, which we lovingly let slide.

Now, nearly four years later, Ricci remains someone we trust completely with our son’s safety, development, and emotional well-being. Her impact on our family will always be deeply appreciated.

I wholeheartedly and without reservation recommend Ricci to any family looking for a kind, professional, and capable caregiver. She will care for your child as if they were her own”