6 benefits of hiring a summer nanny
Between summer camps, soccer practices and playdates, summertime means transportation to and from different places, and multiple kids means multiple...
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10 tips for surviving summer travel with kids
Any mom will tell you that you can’t go into a road trip on impulse. You have to have a...
Language Development Milestones for 2-Year-Olds
Even when you’re not sure what your 2-year-old is saying, do you nod along and do your best? That’s a...
8 fun summer activities for family child care programs
It’s summertime, and that means kids are spending a lot of time at day care. It also means they’re spending...
9 ways to save money on tutoring
Does your child struggle in math or reading or need SAT test-prep help? For some families, a tutor can provide...
7 Things to Know about the Massachusetts Domestic Workers Bill of Rights
On April 1, 2015, the Massachusetts Domestic Workers Bill of Rights took effect. What does this law mean for you?...
Tutoring job: How to set yourself up for satisfaction and success
Once you have accepted a job, you will want to make sure that the work you do meets your employer’s...
Things I wish my employer knew about maternity leave
By To-wen Tseng With a newborn, the days are long but the years are short. My baby turned ten weeks this...
The summer child care challenge: making it work on a budget
Summertime means fun and games — but that usually comes at a price. Between all the camps and lessons and...
Are you prepared? What to expect for first-time parents
We’re with you, first-time parents: If the prospect of your child’s arrival prompts as much anxiety as excitement, you are...
Care.com 2020 Back to School Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
1. ELIGIBILITY NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. The Care.com 2020 Back to School Survey Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is...
I can thrive as a working mom because my husband is a stay-at-home dad
By Conz Preti When I tell people that I have three kids under the age of 4 at home, work...
1,000 Amazing Women: What It Really Looks Like When Parents, Nannies and Everyone Work Hand in Hand
You’ve probably heard phrases like “we’re all interconnected” tossed around, whether on an inspirational Facebook post or at a religious...
Former ESPN Anchor Shares On-Air Miscarriage Story in Moving Mother’s Day Post
Best known for anchoring ESPN’s SportsCenter program, Sara Walsh is now making headlines with her new title: Mom. A viral...
How to make a family calendar to keep everyone on track
This DIY calendar takes the term “family planning” to a different level! Check out this step-by-step tutorial for a making a family...
Child care choices: Au pair, day care or nanny?
Love. You knew you loved your child the moment you held them in your arms. You’ve rocked, soothed, shushed and...
“Sit With Us” App: 16-Year-Old Bullying Victim Turns Experiences Into a Way to Help Others
Recently, I listened to an NPR story about a 16-year-old named Natalie Hampton who had experienced very serious bullying and ostracism in school....
Organize with color: 10 ways to declutter and beautify at home
This simple trick goes a long way toward helping everyone in the household quickly find stuff — no labels required...
How to Get Nanny Training
Being a nanny isn’t a simple job watching kids — it’s a professional career that should be taken seriously. Nannies...
Could You Be a Celebrity Nanny?
Being a nanny for a celebrity family sounds glamorous, but is it? To find out the scoop on caring for...
How to Find a Nanny When You Move
A nanny search is a nanny search, no matter where you live. But if you don’t know the area, the...
What Is a Nanny Agency? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Choosing a nanny for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. Of course, you’re...
8 Fun Homework Games
The start of a school year inevitably comes with the start of the homework routine. Though not always welcome, homework...
Back-to-school tutoring help: Don’t wait for the first report card
You’ve been having nightmares about your child’s report cards from last year — the homework assignments covered in red pen,...
How Much is Too Much Homework?
A district-wide homework ban? Yeah, right, in your child’s dreams. During the summer of 2011, Galloway, NJ decided they might...
How to Teach Kids at Home
You know that learning doesn’t stop at the classroom. As a parent, you are your kid’s first and favorite teacher,...
Gifted and Talented Education Tips
All parents think their children are gifted. But having a 2-year-old who reads or a preschooler who sits down at...
4-Year-Old Physical Development: Is Your Kid On Track?
“Hey Mom, look at me!” Your 4-year-old is proudly perched at the top of the jungle gym. Just a few...
Language Development in Children: Is Your 4-Year-Old on Track?
Four-year-olds are often a whirlwind of energy and curiosity, learning new words and concepts every day (and asking you questions...
5-Year-Old Milestones: Has Your Child Developed These Social Skills?
Has your timid toddler has turned into a 5-year-old social butterfly? That’s no surprise. Where he was once hiding behind...
5-Year-Old Milestones: Is Your Child’s Language Development on Track?
Your 5-year-old has a lot to say! The year following the landmark fifth birthday is eventful, and you’ll discover her...
Child Development Stages: Ages 5 to 6
Your 5-year-old has a big and exciting year ahead — it’s the year when kindergarten begins! Experts consider this year...
Motor Skills Children Gain Between the Ages of 5 and 6
Your 5-year-old has likely started kindergarten, and he can dress himself, draw simple pictures and write his own name. Between...
Child Development Milestones for Your School-Age Kid
The preschool years are over, and your child is ready for the big leagues: elementary school. What should you expect...
Care 101: Developmental Milestones for Your Growing Child
From the first time you see your baby’s tiny face and count her perfect fingers, you want to know if...
How to Handle Violence in Video Games
More and more kids are playing video and computer games — especially violent ones, which are becoming more popular and...
Missing a Baby’s Growth and Development Milestone: How to Cope
You’ve been anxiously monitoring your baby’s growth and development for weeks, excited to see her reach her first major milestone:...
7 Tips for Talking to Kids about Sexual Abuse
The topic hits the news and you shudder. Nausea sinks into your stomach. Another sexual abuse scandal has been revealed....
5 Tips for Teaching Kids about Politics
Politics is an everyday topic of conversation in Stefanie Clarke’s house. The Superior, CO mom of two (ages 5 and...
How to tell kids about divorce in the most loving, compassionate way
It’s probably the most painful conversation you will ever have as a parent: breaking the news to your kid(s) that...