After School Homework Schedule
How can you get homework done without a battle? Here, Care.com weigh the pros and cons to help you create...
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5 Ways to Get Kids Back-to-School Ready
Helping your kids through a smooth transition from summer fun to a structured school day with these practical tips.
Working Mom Tips From a New Working Mom
Everyone is unique and has a different set of priorities, needs, set of ambitions, career expectations and family responsibilities. So...
The Most Important Thing You Can Do in 2014
Whether you’re caring for elderly parents or for children, it’s important to make self-care a priority for you in 2014....
The Working Day of a Royal Nanny
Caring for a royal baby and reporting to Prince William and Duchess Catherine is clearly a huge job – so...
Our Royal Baby Naming Guide
Kate Middleton is past her due-date now and we’re all eagerly waiting to hear whether it’s a to-be King or...
7 Ways to Boost Kids’ Confidence
Happiness. Healthy habits. Success. These are qualities we want in our children. But you know the underlying trick to get...
How to Get Pet Owners to Respond to You on Care.com
Whether you're a pet sitter or dog walker looking for jobs, here are tips for creating a profile that gets...
What You Should Bring to a Nanny Interview
The best thing you can do to make a great impression in a nanny interview is to prepare. Here are...
How to Interview for Senior Care Jobs
It’s important to ask the right questions during a senior care interview, and have an in-depth conversation with any prospective...
How to Interview for Housekeeping Jobs
Here are suggestions for things to ask during your housekeeping interview. Use them as discussion points to demonstrate how you...
8 Tips for Finding a Job Faster on Care.com
At Care.com, we want to help you find a match as quickly as possible. Here are eight secrets for how...
5 Options for Backup Care
Five places to turn to find suitable backup childcare -- whether it's last minute or weeks in advance.
How Sick is Too Sick for Day Care?
When it comes to day care drop offs, it can be a sticky situation if you know your child is...
Keep the Chaos in Check: A Daily Housekeeping Checklist
The chaos of life can be overwhelming. But housekeeping can become less of a chore if you practice a few...
A Letter to My Baby
Katherine Santer is our Country Director for Canada and is a soon-to-be Mom. Here she reflects on her fears and...
14 Things to Do With Dad on Father’s Day
Lost for new Father’s Day ideas this year? Here’s a list of 15 things to do with Dad, which will...
Your Questions Answered – Top 7 Childcare FAQs
We are here to help make hiring child care easy. Here are the 7 most frequently asked childcare questions our...
Difficult Conversations with Your Employer
Are you a nanny or caregiver facing a difficult situation on the job? Here are tips on how to handle...
Drafting a Nanny Contract : A Helpful Guide
We all hate paperwork but having an official employment agreement with your nanny can protect both parties. View our sample...
How to Interview for Childcare Jobs
First impressions are crucial. While families are looking for the right fit, nannies and babysitters should come prepared with their...
Are You and Your Caregiver on the Same Page?
How do you make sure you and your nanny have the same expectations and continue to set expectations as your...
Which Skills Should I Include on My Babysitter Resume?
Updating your resume can seem like a daunting task. Use this template to make sure you include the right qualifications,...
Sandwich Generation: Caring for Your Parents and Your Kids
Tips and advice for approaching being in the sandwich generation, to help make sure you look after yourself and your...
10 Ways to Prepare for Backup Child Care
Often times, things don't go according to plan -- your regular nanny can't make it. Here are 10 things to...
Safety Checklist for Babysitters and Nannies
Do you have a child care safety plan? A just-in-case checklist that nannies and babysitters can use for those child...
6 Tips for Writing a Babysitter Job Description
Looking for the perfect babysitter to fit your family's needs? Some tips on writing a more specific job description to...
6 Perks of Hiring a Summer Nanny
We all need a little help, and hiring a summertime nanny can greatly reduce the stress that comes with inevitable...
7 Tips for Enjoying the Summer with Your Kids
7 tips to help you enjoy the summer with your kids or the kids you nanny for with our summer...
5 Ways to Surprise Mom on Mother’s Day
What do moms want for Mother’s Day? 5 fun ideas to remind Mom just how much she’s appreciated.
1, 2, 3, 4, How to Plan a Kids Party and More!
Need help getting the party started? Check out these fun ideas for kids birthday parties and other party planning tips.
7 Great — and Free — Apps for Nannies
Technology to the rescue! Keep track of kids, schedules, play dates and your life with these helpful smartphone apps.
How to be a Plugged-in Parent
With technology these days, how do you protect your children but give them independence at the same time? Here's how...
How to Supervise Your Child Online
Think Tumblr is the name of a gym? Think again. See the 6 most popular websites children use and become...
It’s All in the Name: Babysitter or Part-time Nanny
Having trouble finding the right fit? Learn the difference between a babysitter and part time nanny so you can write...
Solve the School Break Care Challenge
Most working parents have limited vacation days. Here are 7 options for what to do with kids during spring break,...
Care Job Searching in the Age of the Internet
Technology is constantly changing. So how can you compete if you're not the most tech-savvy person? Here are some tips...
Is Your Profile Picture Hurting Your Job Search?
Are you not getting responses to the jobs you want? Here are tips on how to have a fantastic photo...
12 Ways to Get Families to Respond to You on Care.com
Here are 12 ways to improve your caregiver profile, your application and your chances of landing that dream job on...
The Chore War: Getting Kids To Do Their Part
Which chores are appropriate for children of different ages? Here's how to get children to help out, including a list...