The 22 Best Moral Stories for Kids
The only thing better than curling up with a good book is curling up with your little one and a...
Child care advice
19 Things You Should Never Say to Kids
What parents and childminders should never say to children.
10 Homework Tips for Babysitters
Get the most out of homework time with these top tips.
7 ways parents can manage anxiety amid coronavirus
How do parents manage their anxiety in the time of coronavirus? How do we keep it from leaking out and...
How Parents Can Teach Their Kids to Be Anti-racist
Here you’ll find expert- and parent-approved tips for teaching your child to be anti-racist, based on their age.
How to talk to kids about coronavirus
It is important to talk with your children regarding what is going on, as they may be seeing social media...
Super-fun ways to keep kids social at a safe distance
During this pandemic, when we need each other most, we’ve been forced into isolation. To say it’s ironic is an...
30+ simple ways to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic
Of course, the best and easiest ways to help others during the coronavirus pandemic is to wash your hands, practise...
101 Things to Do When Kids Say “I’m Bored”
Check out this list of 101 fun, parent-approved, low cost and low stress activities to keep your children occupied and...
10 Easy Magic Tricks for Kids
Magic tricks for kids are a great way for parents and nannies to keep the family entertained. Here are a...
Top 25 Babysitting Games
Keep the little ones entertained with these fun and educational games.
Forget New Year’s Resolutions!
In 2020, I will… We’re not talking about New Year’s resolutions here. Not ones that barely begin on January 1st...
Keeping Baby Safe
Tips for keeping your baby safe. There are so many things to know when you have a new baby that...
Home Safety Basics for Children and Aging Parents
by freelance writer Riley Herder Looking for childcare? Find carers in your area now. If your house is home to...
Make a Game Plan for Visiting Grandparents in 2020
by freelance writer Riley Herder The start of a new year is a great time to map out the time...
5 Eco-friendly Dates For Valentine’s Day
by freelance writer Riley Herder >> Looking for childcare? Find carers in your area now. Valentine’s Day is just around...
Your Coronavirus Questions, Answered: What Families and Carers Need to Know
(updated on April, 21) The novel coronavirus has taken over the news and our lives. We are currently facing a...
Eco-Friendly Easter Eggs: How to Make Your Own Plant-based Dyes
by freelance writer Riley Herder With Easter right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan your egg decorating....
Caring for A New-born in The Age of COVID-19
by freelance writer Riley Herder About a month ago, my wife brought a beautiful baby boy into the world. He...
10 Ways to Make Your Child’s Birthday Special during Corona Crisis
by freelance writer Riley Herder Having the stuck-at-home blues shouldn’t have to wreck birthdays. On the contrary, in a time...
Having a Safe And Stress-free Bike Trip with Your Family
by freelance writer Riley Herder Months into COVID-19 lockdowns across the world, some families feel they have exhausted just about...
5 Healthy, Budget-friendly Lunch Box Ideas Your Child Will Love
by freelance writer Riley Herder If you are anything like me, making healthy food choices has found its way lower...
8 Ways to Help Your Congested Baby Breathe
Having a baby who is sick and can't breathe well can be pretty scary for parents. Here are eight ways...
Child Care Rates: How Much Should I Charge?
Even if you’re the best child care provider out there, you won’t attract clients if your rates are too high....
10 Options for After-School Child Care
Parents of school-age children manage a unique balancing act during the school year. Early dismissal days, snow days, teacher work...
10 After-School Activities and Games for Kids
School’s out for the day. But what should you do with the kids? Time to come up with some fun,...
Should Cellphones Be Allowed In School?
Ah, the age-old question: “Should cellphones be allowed in school?” OK, so it’s more like a 21st-century question, but if...
When Can Kids Walk to School Alone?
Parents struggle with many things when it comes to the safety and security of their children. One scary question that a...
20 Questions to Ask During a Parent-Teacher Conference
It’s back-to-school time! That means it’s time for new backpacks, new classmates, new teachers… and parent-teacher conferences. Get the most...
8 Signs That Your Child Is Ready to Start Kindergarten
Kindergarten is the new first grade. That’s the word on the street if you talk to many moms of school-age...
The Pros and Cons of Year-Round School
Thinking year-round school might be right for your child, but not sure if he’ll miss summer vacation? Before you make...
(Gulp!): What to Do When Your Child Is the Bully
No one said raising kids would be easy. But nothing cuts to the core of a parent’s insecurity greater than...
101 Fun Things to Do With Kids This Summer
Summer may be a time to relax, but tell that to kids who are bouncing off the walls or shrieking...
50 Great Camp Songs for Kids
When everyone gathers around the campfire, between making s’mores and telling scary stories, someone inevitably starts singing. Camp songs for...
62 Summer Crafts for Kids
Summer is usually kids’ favorite time of year — but not so for parents and nannies. It can be tricky...
7 Questions to Ask When Touring a Day Care Center
You run a million lists through your head all day, every day, but when it comes to what to ask...
4 Negative Reinforcement Examples
Contrary to its name, negative reinforcement isn’t a bad thing. Rather than introducing something negative to deter bad behavior (otherwise...
Permissive Parenting: 7 Signs Your Kid Is a Brat
Excuse me, ma’am, but is that your kid throwing all of the condoms off the shelves in the drugstore, ignoring...
12 High-Fiber Foods for Kids — That They’ll Actually Eat
What would your kid prefer for a snack – a Pop Tart or a cup of bran cereal? High-fiber foods...
11 Foods to Serve at a Kid’s Birthday Party
On the surface, planning a child’s birthday party food menu seems like an easy task, but as many parents and...