How to make fresh fruit popsicles
Sure, you can BUY popsicles — but why not make them — out of fresh, organic ingredients? And sneak in some...
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COVID resource guide for parents and caregivers
For current expert tips and advice, visit:COVID Resource Guide for Parents and Caregivers Understanding coronavirus 101 What families and caregivers...
10 Reasons to Hire a College Babysitter
College isn’t just about studying and partying. In fact, most college students are great at multitasking, and juggling school and...
8 things to do before offering a nanny a job
You need a new nanny, stat! But once you think you’ve spotted your ideal Mary Poppins, don’t rush to hire...
The first day of school: 9 fun traditions to start with your family
Entering a new grade is an important time in a child’s life. Establishing a first-day-of-school tradition is a fun way to...
Child care challenges: What if my child is bossy?
Do you sometimes think your child has a burning desire to be in charge of the world because the bossy...
10 reasons you need to hire a tutor
All children face challenges in school at various times. The desire of loving, pro-active parents everywhere is to bolster their...
What to bring to a tutoring session
In order for the student to receive the maximum individual instruction they need to bring a few things to their...
9 Things I Never Knew Before I Became a Parent
There are some topics where it doesn’t matter how much you read up, listen to others or study seriously —...
5 questions to ask your doctor about pregnancy after miscarriage
Going to the doctor after you have suffered a miscarriage can make you have a variety of feelings. It’s normal...
Care.com 2020 Cost of Care Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
1. ELIGIBILITY NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. The Care.com 2020 Cost of Care Survey Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is...
Health tips for the caregiver
You have been working hard for others, and it is a good thing to do. However, every caregiver needs some...
Why Waking Up at 5 A.M Each Day Will Transform Your Life
This post originally appeared on FairyGodBoss.com, it has been reprinted with permission. I promise you, I am the last person on...
10 Jobs Hiring Now for Foodies
You’d rather spend a Friday night elbow deep in frosting and flour, than out on the town. Your signed copy...
9 Things Your Babysitter Wants You to Know
By Nancy DeVault of DateNightGuide.com Date night for many couples is sadly long overdue. Time, money, creativity can all get in...
10 Things You Should Say to Your Children
Our children are so precious, we need to let them know just how important they are to us every day!...
So, you want to do a nanny share! Here’s how to get started
Considering sharing a caregiver? Be sure to do your homework: Nanny shares and shared care arrangements may be subject to...
The 10 best online math tutors
With the growing rate of students involved in extracurriculars and after-school activities, online math tutors allow students to receive the...
On the Park Bench: 5 Questions with Yoselin
Originally from Venezuela, Yoselin is a lawyer, nanny, and lifelong learner. In between masters degrees and desk jobs, she has...
How my son’s gifted and talented test helped me face and heal an old shame
Although it’s almost been 20 years, I can still visualize the day I walked into my elementary school cafeteria for...
8 things I want my kids to know about being a parent
When you’re a parent, getting through each day feels a little bit like putting on a performance. I wake up...
Talking to kids about dementia: Tips you need to know
A dementia diagnosis can be troubling and confusing for family members of all ages. Here, experts offer advice on when...
Seattle just passed a bill of rights for domestic workers. Here’s what you need to know
Nannies, senior care providers and other household employees working in Seattle now have additional job benefits, such as meal breaks,...
19 parents completely nail the torment that is sleep deprivation
Don't miss these funny tweets from sleep-deprived moms and dads — there isn’t enough coffee in the world!
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
So much happened in the world this week — and the moms and dads of Twitter didn’t miss a beat. They...
The 10 best parenting tweets of the week
Once again, the fantastic moms and dads of Twitter helped the rest of us remember we are not alone on this...
The 10 best parenting tweets of the week
It’s not easy to tweet while parenting, but the moms and dads of Twitter seem to pull it off — with...
The 9 best parenting tweets of the week
The end of the school year plus a three-day weekend? You bet parents had a lot to say on Twitter...
The 9 best parenting tweets of the week
With the weather heating up (sunscreen season is upon us!) and end of year activities in full swing, parents have...
The 13 best parenting tweets of the week
With summer break in full swing for many, parents are spending a lot more time with their kids — hence,...
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
Between the end of the school year and Father’s Day, June is a great month for parents — well, it’s...
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
If there’s one thing parents need (besides wine), it’s a good laugh. So, thank goodness for Twitter. From the downside...
16 silly and unsavory truths about the job that is feeding kids
Parents get real (and funny) about the hardest job in the world — getting kids to eat without the fuss.
Caffeine while breastfeeding: Will you have a wired baby?
Can you drink coffee while breastfeeding? Or a cup of tea (or three)? What caffeine is OK when nursing and...
How to plant spring flowers with kids
Planting flowers with kids in spring is a fun way to teach them about gardening and the workings of nature....
What to look for in a babysitter: Types, traits and responsibilities
Before you search for a babysitter, familiarize with the typical babysitting types, qualities, responsibilities and duties.
Parents: 11 things to do when you’re stressed
Whether you’re the parent of a tantrum-loving toddler or an eye-rolling, rule-pushing teen, having kids can be stressful. And, obviously,...
What age do babies sleep through the night? Here’s what experts say
When can you expect your infant to sleep through the night? And how do you get them to fall and...
5 reasons to give your child an allowance
Both my husband and I discuss finances together and some of the best ways to teach our kids about money....
How to help kids with anger: 7 key tips for helping them manage this feeling
Experts weigh in on issues of anger management for kids and offer tips for helping kids regulate their emotions in...