About
Triangle Nannies is a Raleigh, North Carolina–based nanny and household staffing agency serving families across the Triangle. Founded in 2012 by Margaret “Austin” Macfarlane and formerly known as My Girl Friday, the agency focuses on durable matches and ongoing support beyond placement.
Services include full, full(ish), and part-time nannies; family assistants and household managers; newborn care specialists; private educators; doulas; personal assistants; elder care companions; housekeepers; and on-demand backup care. The agency accepts about 4% of applicants following comprehensive screening with background investigations, deep reference checks, and multiple interviews.
Triangle Nannies emphasizes fast, individualized communication, a hyperlocal candidate network, and data-informed matching. Each placement includes a full year of coverage and support, and full-time nanny placements average more than 2.5 years of retention. Typical compensation for nannies placed through the agency ranges from $27–$35 per hour, with rotational roles at $35–$45 per hour.
Families receive structured guidance through the search and hire, including role definition, curated candidate introductions, interview support, and onboarding resources. The agency prioritizes reliability, safety, and alignment with family routines and values, helping households secure experienced professionals who support children’s development and the smooth running of the home.