With Poppins, your nanny gets paid, you get help staying compliant, and everyone smiles.
We take care of the details. So you can focus on what really matters.
We turn complex household tax rules into child’s play—handling forms and deadlines so you stay in the clear.
Numbers are our jam. Every paycheck, every tax filing, and every payment—accurate and on-time.
We believe in “what’s fair and square.” That means a simple, low monthly rate with no setup costs. Cancel anytime.
Tax talk can be, well, taxing. Rest easy knowing we’ve got real humans ready to help you in seconds.
Poppins is designed specifically for families employing nannies, babysitters, and other in-home childcare providers. Every feature works for the way you hire and pay.
According to the IRS, if you pay a nanny or babysitter more than $2,800 in a year or $1,000 in a quarter, you’re considered a household employer. That means you’re responsible for payroll taxes and other requirements. Poppins helps you get compliant from day one.
We obtain your Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN), file your state’s new hire report, and set up your tax accounts (wherever we can) so you’re ready to pay legally.
Easily tailor payroll to your needs — from adding reimbursements (like mileage or meals) to setting special rates for overnights or solo care during a nanny share.
We help manage Social Security, Medicare, unemployment (when applicable), and state and local taxes—so your nanny can be protected and you can avoid costly mistakes.
Poppins offers full-service support to both you and your caregiver. From answering tax questions to helping your nanny understand their paystubs and benefits, we make sure everyone feels supported.
Sharing a nanny? No problem. Each family is treated as its own employer, giving you full flexibility while keeping payroll simple for everyone.
Paying legally can protect both you and your nanny.
Because doing the right thing should feel simple and delightful.
Get caught up quickly, and we’ll help you stay compliant going forward.
Resources and guides to help you hire and pay with confidence and calm.
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
Nannies, babysitters, and most in-home childcare providers are household employees because you determine their schedule, workplace, and responsibilities.
If you pay more than $2,800 in a year or $1,000 in a quarter, you must pay Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment taxes, plus any state-specific taxes.
Legal pay gives your nanny benefits like Social Security and Medicare credits, unemployment insurance, and in some states, disability or paid family leave — while protecting you from fines or legal issues.
Your nanny must fill out Form I-9 (to verify work eligibility) and Form W-4 (for federal tax elections), plus any state tax forms. Poppins provides and guides you through them.
Some states require one, but even if yours doesn’t, a written agreement is highly recommended. Poppins provides sample contracts you can customize.
Yes. For active customers, we prepare, file, and pay all required federal, state, and local taxes on time, every time, with guaranteed accuracy. Plus, we also handle year-end W-2s and employer forms for active customers.
Yes. Each family is considered a separate household employer. That means each sets up their own Poppins account and issues their own W-2s. We’ll guide you through it step by step.
We’ve got you covered. You can set multiple hourly rates (plus overtime and reimbursements) right in your dashboard.
Because household payroll is trickier than business payroll. We focus only on families like yours, so we know the rules inside out — from overtime laws to PTO accruals.
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