The truth about mothers and nannies

New book, 'The Perfect Stranger,' looks at this complicated relationship

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The truth about moms and nannies
May 31: Author of “The Perfect Stranger” explores the relationship in her book. She spoke about it with MSNBC's Amy Robach.

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updated 12:54 p.m. ET May 31, 2007

Navigating the relationship with your nanny can be emotionally wrenching for working mothers. Choosing the person who will essentially spend more time with your children than you do is difficult and the bond between mother and caregiver is a delicate one. Lucy kaylin explores the ambivalence women feel about their nannies in her new book, "The Perfect Stranger." Here's an excerpt.

Copyright © 2007 by Lucy Kaylin. Excerpted from "The Perfect Stranger: The Truth About Mother and Nannies" by Lucy Kaylin. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced without written permission from Bloomsbury USA.