Child care options Archives

I remember clearly the first time I dropped off my first child at daycare. I was so scared to leave...

The process of getting your child started in a great daycare doesn’t automatically end once they’re enrolled. Like most humans,...

Discover the education, skills, personality traits and safety requirements needed to work at a daycare.

The first time my children told me they hated after-school care, I thought they were being overly dramatic. I had...

Overwhelmed by babysitter options? Learn how to narrow your list, review qualifications and find the right fit for your family...

Learn tips to handle sick days in a nanny share with advice from parents who've made it work.

Heard of au pairs but not quite sure what hiring one entails — or even if it’s the right child care solution...

The first question most new nannies have: How much should I charge? There are a lot of factors to consider...

Are you exploring your options for nanny jobs? Have you ever thought of becoming a travel nanny? You can combine...

The holiday season brings with it many splendid things: tacky light displays upsetting fancy neighborhoods, kid freak-outs on Santa’s lap...

While many parents turn to preschool as a means to reenter the workforce, preschool’s main benefit lies in its ability...

(Updated: November 15) On the campaign trail and in the White House, President Donald J. Trump has promised to provide...

Weighing child care options? Learn the pros and cons of au pairs, daycare and nannies to help decide what’s right...

What is family child care, and how do you pick the best one for your child? Experts share what to...

New to nanny sharing? Local parents share how they started a nanny share in Chicago and some tips for finding...

You’ve determined that your child will need supplementary tutoring to help them realize their full potential in school. Now, you’ll...

Let’s face it: family vacations can sometimes feel like more work than play. With young ones in tow, a significant...

Regular check-ins with your nanny foster open communication and ensure your family's needs are met. Learn key review points for...

If you employ a nanny, caregiver, or other household employee, you probably don’t have time to stay up on the...

It’s hard to know all the ins and outs of hiring a caregiver, but families often overlook one important thing: taxes....

If you’re a college or graduate student working as a nanny, did you know that a family can reimburse you for...

Let’s face it, kids aren’t always respectful. They have to be taught respect and how to be respectful to other...

When March rolls around many moms and dads are anxiously checking the mail daily to see if they got accepted...