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Published 8 months ago • 2 min read

Spring is starting to show up here in Nashville — which means school calendars are filling up, sports seasons are kicking off, and many families are starting to think ahead to summer schedules.

I’ve been having some great conversations recently with families navigating how their home support is evolving as life gets fuller. If someone in your life is feeling frustrated with their nanny, house manager, or other household support, feel free to pass my name along. I’d be glad to connect.

Warmly,

Caroline

Instead of filling baskets with plastic toys that break in a week, here are a few things our family loves that last longer:

  • sidewalk chalk, bubbles and outdoor toys
  • swim gear for the upcoming summer
  • spring pajamas and replacements for outgrown basics like crocs
  • art supplies or craft kits
  • books for spring reading

If you're putting baskets together this week and want a few age-specific ideas, I'm happy to share what we're putting in baskets for Tommy (almost 7) and Fitz (5) this year. Just hit reply and I'll send the list.

Spring is a natural moment to reset a few things around the house. Here are a few of the things we’re tackling this season to keep things running smoothly.

  1. Replace HVAC filters. Change every 3-4 months to keep air quality good and systems running efficiently.
  2. Lawn fertilizer and pre-emergent. In climate zone 7 (like Nashville), this usually happens late February through mid-March before weeds germinate.
  3. Plan for mulch and landscape refresh.
  4. Start garden planning. If you’re planting a spring garden, now is the time to grab starter seeds and make a plan.
  5. Schedule a spring deep clean. Spring is a great time for a full reset. In Nashville, we love Clean Dreams, which focuses exclusively on deep cleans.

6. Carpet and rug cleaning. We schedule annual carpet and rug cleaning each spring to keep things fresh.

7. Clean gutters and check drainage. Clogged gutters can cause water issues around foundations.

8. Inspect your roof and attic after winter.

9. Schedule pest prevention. Spring is when insects and termites start emerging, so it’s a good time to schedule preventative treatment.

10. Check irrigation and outdoor water systems. Turn systems back on, check for leaks, and make sure everything survived winter.

If you need a trusted vendor for any of these — in Nashville or elsewhere — I’m always happy to share our concierge referrals. Just reply to this email and I’ll point you in the right direction.

One thing I’ve been discussing with many families recently is how household support evolves as life changes — and how often a little more clarity can make things run much more smoothly. Most families reach out for a scouting report when something in their household support no longer feels quite right.

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