Primary school empty nest syndrome: how to cope
Primary school empty nest syndrome is a real phenomenon when young kids first go to school. Here are the signs...
Holidays & seasons
50 Valentine’s Day jokes for kids
If you’re looking for a fun activity to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the little ones, silly Valentine’s Day jokes are...
19 fun, easy DIY Christmas ornaments to make with kids
'Tis the season for crafting DIY Christmas baubles that are easy, cheap and so cute. Here are 19 ideas for...
Is Your Baby Teething Early? Here Are 4 Common Parent Worries
Can your baby be teething at 3 months old?
Best museums for kids in London
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained, preferably away from a screen? Here’s an overview of some of the...
How to Celebrate Christmas during COVID
The Coronavirus is no friend of holidays. That’s been proven again and again ever since countries around the world endured...
10 Tips for Travelling with Children
These 10 easy tips will make your holiday travel easier, more fun, and more relaxing for everyone — including mum...
Writing a Letter to Father Christmas
Make writing a letter to Father Christmas an opportunity to have festive fun – but also make it a chance...
The Dos and Don’ts of Taking Your Nanny or Carer on Holiday
Last year, a good friend of mine greeted me with that best of back-handed compliments after a holiday I had...
How to Hire a Sitter for New Year’s Eve
Heading to a New Year’s Eve party? Use these tips to book a babysitter for your kids. The year is...
Home Tips for a Cosy Autumn Season
>> Looking for a housekeeper? Find one in your area now. After the hot, lazy days of summer, we are...
22 Halloween Party Themes
Looking for a babysitter to help out? Find sitters in your area now. We’ve all been invited to the typical...
5 Birthday Party Ideas for Preschoolers
Your child’s birthday is getting close and you want to plan a nice party? Here are some ideas how that...
Discover Australia as an Au Pair
Looking for a great way to spend a year? How about discovering Australia as an au pair! Take a chance...
6 Tips for a Great Valentine’s Day Date Night
Yes, Valentine’s Day can feel like a hokey overly-commercialized holiday only meant to sell greeting cards, flowers and chocolate. But...
How to Make Valentine’s Day Special for the Whole Family
While February 14th may bring up visions of a romantic dinner date and flowers with a significant other, parents know...
8 Tips for Keeping Holiday Stress to a Minimum
It’s supposed to be the most beautiful time of the year. A time where pine or plastic trees stand tall in living...
101 Indoor Games and Activities for Kids
It’s easy for parents, nannies and kids to get cabin fever when stuck inside all day. Plan some indoor games...
10 Tips for Working for Divorced Parents
The rate of divorce in the UK has actually seen a decline in recent years and there are many families...
Father’s Day Cards For Children To Make
A homemade father’s day card or gift for Dad goes a long way. Fill an afternoon with creativity, and maybe...
5 Ways To Use The Easter Weekend Productively
With the long Easter weekend upon us, what is the best way for families to free up their time so...
10 Mother’s Day Traditions Around the World
Happy Mother’s Day! Feliz Dia de las Madres! Furaha Ya Mama Siku! It doesn’t matter how you say it, the...
How To Throw A Kids’ Halloween Party
Throwing a kids’ Halloween party is one of the best ways to celebrate All Hallows Eve with your children and...
Things to Do with Pumpkin Seeds
After the fun of pumpkin carving, you’re probably left with a bunch of gooey innards and pumpkin seeds. It seems...
Creating Memorable Kids Parties
For anyone that’s spent their fair share of Saturdays in the back garden of other parents watching their kids attacking...
15 Healthy Birthday Cake Recipes
A fun, delicious birthday cake is something every child looks forward to, but how can you keep your child’s excitement...
Prepare for Your New Summer Sitter
Summer means school-free kids in need of childcare. We’ve put together some advice on preparing a new summer sitter for...
Bank Holiday – 5 Tips to Make Sure Free Family Time Is Precious
Summer Bank Holidays in Great Britain are a good time of year in most people’s books. Friends are busy sharing...
7 Simple Ways to Decorate Your Home This Christmas
Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year. That being said, between presents and decorations, it can be one...
Expert Advice: Having a Safe Christmas in Times of Covid
by parenting expert Emma Bradley At the time of writing, we are in a national lockdown in England and the...
How to Help Kids Grieve Loss and Find Joy in an Unusual Holiday Season
>> Looking for childcare? Find help in your area here. This year has been defined by a pervasive sense of...
How Nannies Can Handle the Holidays When Their Employers Have Different Beliefs
Tips for navigating this potentially awkward time of the year. As the holidays approach, many nannies will find themselves in...
5 Holiday Survival Tips for Parents
How to keep your cool and have a stress-free holiday season. Many of us grew up eagerly awaiting the holiday...
12 Memes for Parents at The End of The School Year
Congratulations, you have made it to the end of the year! Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s...
New Year, New Raffle! Great Prizes to Help You Live a Better 2019
After the excesses of the holidays, we are quick to turn to the fresh start of the New Year with...
7 Tips for Spending Christmas with the In-Laws
Are you worried about spending Christmas with your in-laws or other relatives this year? Don’t worry, we have got top tips for...
Care.com’s Christmas Cookie Raffle
Make Christmas a little sweeter with our Christmas cookie raffle. Christmas is the most wonderful time for bringing families together....
10 Tips for Keeping Your Pet Safe This Winter
Brr, it’s cold out there! Here are 10 tips for keeping your cat or dog safe during the winter months....
101 Snow Games and Activities for Kids
After a heavy snowfall hits, it can be tempting to stay snuggled indoors. But no one likes cabin fever. Staying...
Pet Safety on Halloween
Searching for a pet carer? Find one in your area now. Between the stress caused by a stream of trick-or-treaters...