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Do nannies get overtime?
Do nannies get paid overtime? If they work more than 40 hours in a week, they should. Here's what you...
8 types of nannies you can hire to help
Nannies can offer several types of child care and even household help. Here are a few common nanny options to...
9 things kids want in a babysitter
During the babysitter hiring process, both parents and sitters should think about what's on the children's wish list for a...
Do you tip babysitters?
Do you tip a babysitter beyond their hourly rate? Here are a few situations where the experts recommend going above...
Nursing homes: Watch out for these 5 hidden costs
Don't let these little-known nursing home costs catch you off guard.
Watch out for these hidden costs of assisted living
Don't let the hidden costs of assisted living come as a surprise. Our list will prepare you for what's in...
What to look for to find the right fit with a home care provider
Looking to hire an in-home senior care provider? Make sure they tick all these boxes.
9 things to consider before moving mom or dad in with you
Thinking about having mom or dad move in with you? Be sure to take these things into account first.
How to file for unemployment if you’re a caregiver or housekeeper
It's always tough to lose your job, but if you're let go due to no fault of your own, you...
13 Labor Day activities for kids
Teach children the importance of the holiday through one (or two!) of these fun, creative Labor Day activities for kids.
8 summer safety tips for protecting kids
Before all the fun, summer safety for kids is critical. Here's what you need to know — or refresh yourself...
35 wonderfully weird celebrity baby names
If you want to take inspiration from A-listers, these weird celebrity kids names aren't just unique, they're practically unheard of.
How to interview a nanny: Your questions checklist
This list of sample nanny interview questions will help you cover all your bases and find the best nanny for...
Power of attorney vs. guardianship: What’s the difference?
Both legal terms are used in senior care situations, but there are important distinctions between power of attorney vs. guardianship.
Pet boarding vs. pet sitting: Which is right for your dog?
Board your dog or hire a pet sitter while you're away? Here's what you need to consider when deciding between...
This is how much child care costs in 2022
According to the 2022 Care.com Cost of Care survey, child care is more expensive over the past year for 63%...
7 free tutoring options for kids
Interested in free tutoring but don't want to break the bank? Consider these quality options that offer tutoring for free.
Fun exercises for kids (ages 5-12 years old)
Need to get the wiggles out? No problem. These exercises for kids are great options to get kids moving.
What to do in a child care emergency: 3 scenarios and solutions
Child care providers have to be ready for anything! Here are three possible emergency scenario examples you may face on...
35 housekeeping interview questions to ask before hiring
According to house cleaning experts, here are the housekeeping interview questions to ask before making any decisions.
My life as a summer nanny for the super-rich
Wonder what it's like to become a nanny for a rich family? One nanny shares the pros and cons of...
What babysitters need to know about background checks
If you’re looking for a babysitting job, here’s what you need to know about the value of background checks and...
5 easy lunch or dinner ideas for babysitting
These simple meal ideas for kids are easy for parents to plan ahead and easy for babysitters to make. Kids...
What to do when a parent refuses to go to assisted living or a nursing home
Experts share what you can do if you're getting pushback from a senior loved one who would do best to...
9 ways parents say you can help after baby arrives
Wondering how to help a new mom, dad or couple? Hear from parents and experts on what was most meaningful...
What to wear as a nanny or babysitter
Need help putting together a babysitting or nanny outfit? Looking to build the perfect babysitter or nanny uniform? These tips...
How to be a good babysitter: 15 traits the best sitters have in common
Learn the qualities of a good babysitter that parents are looking for so you can win jobs, earn great pay...
Should you give your babysitter a raise?
Here are several scenarios in which you might consider paying your sitter a little extra money per hour.
How to use a tutor effectively
Try these strategies for maintaining quality tutoring so your child gets the most out of their sessions with a tutor.
12 Valentine’s Day activities for seniors
Need some fresh Valentine's Day activities for seniors in your life? These sweet and festive ideas offer something for everyone.
7 winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers
Follow these critical winter safety tips for older adults to help prevent common cold weather dangers for seniors.
6 questions to ask a caregiver before hiring during the pandemic
Here are the top safety questions to ask before hiring a caregiver amid the latest COVID surge.
Here’s how to hire a nanny from start to finish
Ready to hire a nanny but not sure where to start? Here, we take you step by step through the...
15 cool nonbinary names for babies
Here are 15 trending gender neutral baby names that work for little ones of any sex.
Care.com 2021 Care Provider Safety Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
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6 creative ways caregivers can help seniors’ social lives thrive
For seniors aging in place, it can be difficult to keep up the social pace. Here’s how to help seniors...
23 easy pumpkin decorating ideas
Looking for pumpkin decorating ideas that take things up a notch? Check out these carve and no-carve ideas.
Pneumonia in dogs: What you should know
Dogs who've lost their spunk or are losing weight or coughing may have bacterial or aspiration pneumonia. Here's what experts...
Palliative care versus hospice: Breaking down the differences
Researching care options but confused between palliative care vs. hospice care? Here’s a comparison of both types of care so you...