Single-Sex Schools: The Pros And Cons
Take a look at our pros and cons to help decide if your children would benefit more from attending single-sex...
Articles by The Care.com UK Team
What Is an After-school Nanny or Sitter—And Do You Need One?
What is an after-school nanny or sitter — and do you need one?
Handling the Most Challenging Autism Behaviours
After speaking with experts and parents of children with autism, we have highlighted the most challenging autism behaviours and provide...
Overnight Pet Care: What to Look For
What you should look for when choosing overnight care for your pet.
What Tasks Should Seniors Outsource?
Whether you are helping carry out tasks directly, or hiring outside assistance, it is essential to identify the everyday tasks...
8 Steps to A Clean Home in A Snap
Follow these quick, easy steps—complete with secrets from the pros—to achieve a spotless home.
7 Rules of Job Etiquette for Caregivers
Follow these seven simple rules of etiquette and you will be on the right path toward job longevity and positive...
Nursing Case: When an Elderly Loved One Suddenly Needs Care
If an elderly loved one suddenly becomes in need of additional assistance, the first thing to decide is which kind...
Do You Need a Homework Helper?
Save money by hiring a sitter who can also provide tutoring and homework help.
10 Things Grandparents Can Learn From Their Grandchildren
Seniors can learn a lot from today's children. Whether your grandkids are 2 or 22, here are some suggestions for...
The Best Cleaning Hacks for Your Kitchen
Here are our favourite cleaning hacks for your kitchen which will leave your appliances sparkling without you having to fork...
Keys to Minimizing Stress When Working Multiple Jobs
We explore 6 steps to help you manoeuvre between multiple jobs and reduce stress.
Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning Tips for a Happy Home
Keep life simple and go green whilst you clean. Get our top tips for an eco-friendly spring clean that will...
7 of the Best Guard Dogs for Families
Are you worried about finding the right dog for your family? These 7 guard dog breeds make great pets!
Preparing a New Pet Sitter for Success
Be sure to check these bases, and you can rest assured that your pet is in good hands.
The Ultimate Household Chore List
Having trouble keeping your house clean and organised? Use a family chore chart to stay on top of the workload.
Baby Shoe Sizes: What You Need to Know
Your baby will make great strides wearing the correctly sized shoes. Here's how to make the shoe fit.
Social Development in Infancy
Anxious to know when your baby will smile, recognise themselves or play? Find out the key social development milestones for...
How Do I Ask for A Salary Increase?
Tips for a salary negotiation in your care job.
How to Make Eco-friendly Dog Treats
There are tons of ways to make your own treats. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
The Pros and Cons of Senior Home Sharing
In this article, we will examine some of the pros and cons of home sharing for seniors to help you...
Eco-friendly Fur Care for Dogs
If you are going to do most of the heavy lifting in your dog’s routine fur care, here are four...
Additional Services You Can Offer as a Housekeeper
Here are some ideas for services you can additionally offer as a housekeeper.
Mastering the Transition into Retirement
Embrace retirement for all the very best things it has to offer.
5 Easy DIY Dog Toys
Make one of these five easy DIY dog toys, all using items you already have laying around the house.
5 Healthy, Budget-friendly Lunch Box Ideas Your Child Will Love
In this article, we’ll explore five tasty and budget-friendly meals for children to bring to school—or enjoy at home if...
Training Your Dog to Live in the City
If you plan on raising a dog in a densely populated area, it is important that you invest some real...
Essentials for a Nanny Interview
Once a family looking for a nanny is interested and you start the interview process, it's important to know what...
Frequent Urination in Dogs: When to Call the Vet
Worried your dog is peeing too much? Frequent urination in dogs might indicate a health concern. Learn what is normal...
Create a Cleaning Routine That Really Works
Heading into a new year is always a good time to evaluate one’s lifestyle and prepare for making improvements. Many...
Should You Get Your Child a Pet Bird?
If you are considering bringing a new pet home for your child, it is important to prepare for the responsibilities...
5 Ways to Manage Chronic Back Pain
In this article, we’ll explore five common non-surgical ways to manage chronic back pain.
8 babysitting activities so fun the kids won’t miss their parents
Whether you’re an old hand at looking after children, or just starting out in the enjoyable, rewarding world of childcare...
Emergency Checklist for Elderly Relatives and Their Caregivers
We hope we'll never need the information, but if there is an emergency with your elderly parent or relative, having this...
4 Important Tips for Building an Outdoor Bunny Hutch
Here we’ll take a look at four tips to consider if you decide to build your own bunny hutch.
Pros and Cons of Immunization in Infants
by freelance writer Riley Herder In recent times, the topic of whether or not to vaccinate children has become quite...
Caring for a Pet Chinchilla
by freelance writer Riley Herder Chinchillas are cute, curious little creatures that might be just the pet you are looking...
Our 5 Favourite Christmas Cookie Recipes
by freelance writer Riley Herder Christmastime is all about traditions. In our house, the hanging of the Herrnhuter Stern, or...
Caregivers: Expand Skill Set Through New Training Opportunities
by freelance writer Riley Herder In any type of career, the saying is true that you are never finished learning....
What to Do When Someone Gives You a Pet You Did Not Want?
by freelance writer Riley Herder There are some occasions in which receiving a gift is far more stressful than it...