Child care Archives

Postpartum Depression: Know If You’re At Risk

What is postpartum depression? How can you tell if you might have postpartum depression? Take a look at our check...

Postpartum Psychosis: What You Need To Know

Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe postpartum disorder. Whether you're a concerned partner, or a mum looking for help,...

What You Should Know About Running While Pregnant

Pregnancy isn't a reason to give up exercising, but you may need to reset your expectations. Find out more about...

How to Keep Your Relationship Strong After Children

Having a child takes its toll on the strongest of relationships. But you can get it back! Here are 5...

Fighting in Front of Your Children: Why You Need to Stop

Every couple argues. However, fighting in front of your children can have damaging effects on them. Follow our tips to...

Fun Street Party Ideas For Families

Street parties are great ways to enjoy some time as a community. Here are four fun and family-friendly street party...

6 Tips to Be a Successful Stay-at-Home-Parent

The transition from a full-time professional to a stay-at-home-parent can be difficult. Look at our top tips to be a...

Helping Seniors this Winter

With snow and ice here, what should we do for our senior family members and friends during the winter season?...

St. Valentine’s Day: Pre vs Post Kids

As we gear up for Valentine’s Day, Katie Bugbee explores what other Valentine's Day traditions change after kids. And why...

Romantic Ideas for Date Night at Home

Staying in for date night can be both romantic and wallet-friendly. Here are 7 ideas to bring some added spark...

10 Signs It’s Time for a Date Night

Can't remember the last time you were alone with your partner? Here are 10 signs that you and your partner...

10 Tips for Simplicity Parenting

What can you do to simplify your life as a parent? Start with these 10 things to make your family...

Mom-to-Mom Manifesto

We’ve heard about the mommy wars, but beyond the working and breastfeeding battles lay the day-to-day critiques many moms experience....

11 Organizing Hacks For Kids’ Clutter

Simple tips to combat kids' clutter fast and keep things tidy!

Parenting Hacks You Won’t Find in Books

These nifty tips and tricks will save you time and energy throughout the day!

Encouraging Kids to Participate

Getting your kid out the door to join the fun isn't always easy. Here are 15 ways to make it...

8 Movement Games for Little Kids

Squirmy kids need movement to expend their energy. These games for little kids can get out the wiggles and teach...

Bring on the Participation Trophies!

Should every kid get an award for participating in sports and activities? Katie Bugbee says yes. What do you think?

Father’s Day Cards For Children To Make

Be inspired by these homemade Father's day card ideas! They're a perfect way for craft-loving children to tell their dads...

Good Nutrition for Children

Make sure your kids get all the nutrients necessary to grow up healthy and strong.

Ins & Outs of Free Range Parenting

Learn about free range parenting to determine if it's the right technique for you.

6 Ways to Deal With Difficult Behavior Calmly

Being rebellious is normal child behavior, but you're starting to lose your patience. Here's how to stay calm so you...

Do’s & Don’ts of Discipline

Are tantrums, defiance and general misbehavior leaving you at a loss? Check out these do's and don'ts when it comes...

How Will You Explain the Glass Ceiling to Your Daughter?

Katie Bugbee addresses Equal Pay Day and its affect on the career path and partner our daughters one day choose.

Dear Parents, Please Update Me on What Might Kill My Child Before He Comes to Play

A recent YouTube clip sent off alarm bells for this Mom of three. What don’t we know about other peoples’...

10 Ways to Be a Happy Mom

Secrets every mom should know to be happy and feel more fulfilled.

Should I Have a Third Child? A Conversation between The Brain and The Heart

I’m sure many families wrestle with the same decision Content Editor Katie faces here. Do you grow your family? Below,...

5 True Signs of Good Parenting

Modern life can make good parenting seem more complicated than it has to be. Chances are you're already doing these...

9 Tips to Stop Toddler Hitting

Your child is hitting other kids. It's upsetting and embarrassing. What can you do? Here's some advice from the experts.

Tooth Fairy Musings with a 5-Year Old

Katie Bugbee reflects on the intricacies and career path of tooth fairies.

How Working Mothers Help Their Kids

Next time you're down about leaving the kids and heading to work, remind yourself of all the ways that your...

An Open Letter to the Month of June

For all the moms of school aged kids, you can probably relate to Katie’s post on the end of school...

Low Down on Baby Massages

Baby massage is easier than you think, and benefits abound for you and your baby. Try these tips for massaging...

The Problem with the Competitive Spirit

Have a competitive kid? Or the exact opposite? Turns out the kids day dreaming on the field might be teaching...

10 Ways Nannies Can Ease Halloween Stress

Now is the time to sit down with your nanny and walk through how she can help ease Halloween stress.

8 Ways To Control The Holiday Chaos

Here are some of my tips for managing this crazy time of year, especially when you’re working full-time.

There’s a New Back to School Sitter in Town

Not every back to school sitter is the same. And some parents have found the key to using Care.com to...

I Kiss My Children on the Lips – Get Over It

Katie Bugbee addresses the recent Victoria Beckham buzz over kissing a child on the mouth. What do you think?

15 Tips on How to Get Ready for School Quickly

Do you have trouble getting your kids up and out the door on school mornings? Here are 15 tips that...