The Realities of Twin Parenting—and the Refinement of Intuition

The boys’ 18-month sleep regression was a defining moment. Even with help, even with experience, there are phases of parenthood that test your resilience in ways nothing else can. Nights blurred into mornings. My capacity waned. The smallest gestures of support—my niece coming over at 6:30 a.m., my parents reminding me to rest—became the moments that restored me.

These moments didn’t just sustain me. They sharpened my understanding of what families truly need behind the scenes. Because support isn’t simply about coverage—it’s about continuity, peace of mind, and the emotional steadiness that allows a household to thrive.

The Wisdom of Those Who’ve Seen Generations of Family Life

When we shared the news that we were expecting twins, my husband’s Great Aunt Lenore had one immediate response:

“Good—she’ll have help.”

Not as a question. Not as a warning. Simply as a fact. In many UHNW families, this is not just expected—it is understood. Professional support isn’t supplemental. It’s foundational. It’s a hallmark of a well-run household.

A Built-In Village—and a Deeper Appreciation for the One We Build for Clients

I come from a large, close-knit family. With eight siblings and multiple nieces and nephews, I’m fortunate to have an organic support system—my own version of a built-in village.

And yet, even with family all around, I’ve gained something invaluable: a profound understanding of how essential it is to have the right support, not just more support. The difference between help and the right help is everything.

Motherhood Made Me Better at What I Do

Motherhood gives you a sixth sense:
• You hear what isn’t said
• You understand what a family needs beneath the logistics
• You recognize emotional load
• You sense personality fit, rhythm, and alignment
• You anticipate needs long before they’re expressed

Our UHNW clients don’t need me to explain why support matters. They already know. What they value is someone who understands the level of care, intuition, and professionalism a well-run household requires.

Motherhood gave me the language—and the lens—to understand their needs with precision, often before they articulate them.

Support Is the Standard in Exceptional Households

In the families we serve, support is not a response to difficulty. It is the infrastructure that allows life to unfold with ease, grace, and intention.

Exceptional nannies, housekeepers, chefs, and household teams bring steadiness, protect time, safeguard routines, and elevate daily life. This isn’t about replacing the parent—it’s about enabling the parent to be fully present in the moments that matter most.

Your Village May Look Different Than Mine—But Every Family Deserves One

At Crimmins Residential Staffing, we specialize in supporting families whose standards are high, whose lives are full, and whose expectations reflect a lifestyle built on excellence.

Motherhood didn’t just give me empathy. It gave me insight—into what families truly value, prioritize, and need from the people who support their homes.

Whether your village includes long-term nannies, weekend coverage, family assistants, housekeepers, or a full household team, the goal is the same: a home that functions with ease and a family that feels supported.

Every exceptional family deserves that.