Caregivers hit by job loss during COVID-19: Tips and advice you need
If you are a professional nanny or sitter, you may have recently lost your job, through no fault of your...
Child care options
6 winning alternatives to daycare: What parents need to know
Discover alternatives to daycare that can provide scheduling flexibility, as well as non-traditional options can help cut child care costs.
Choosing an after-school activity for your child
Don't sign your child up for a new after-school activity before considering these expert points.
Are kids too busy? The pros and cons of filling ‘free time’ with activities
Tempted to add just one more after-school activity to your child's schedule? Here are the pros and cons, according to...
6 tips for being a great after-school babysitter
Be the best after-school babysitter in the game with these six expert tips.
7 smart tips for babysitters juggling school and work
Juggling school and babysitter jobs? These pro tips will make sure you stay on top of everything — including your...
What every nanny needs to know about nanny shares
Experts and veteran nannies share how working in a nanny share is different than a typical nanny job — for...
7 tips for hiring an after-school babysitter or nanny
Follow these steps to find the perfect person to care for your kids from 3 p.m. until you get home...
7 interview questions to ask when hiring an after-school nanny or sitter
Need an after-school nanny or sitter to help with homework, drive kids to activities or keep them safe and happy...
10 homework tips every nanny and babysitter needs to know
Having a homework bag of tricks is key for nannies and babysitters. Check out our tricks from the pros.
The Care.com Cost of Child Care Survey: 2015 Report
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 Child care is expensive. Year...
The Care.com Cost of Child Care Survey: 2016 Report
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 What did you think about...
The Care.com Cost of Child Care Survey: 2014 Report
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 $245,340. That’s how much you’ll...
This is how much child care costs in 2018
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 Child care costs rose for...
This is how much child care costs in 2019
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 The rising cost of after-school...
How to add and subtract at the farmers market
The best place to find fresh fruits and vegetables is your local farmers market. They can’t be beat for quality...
25 summer jobs to fit every schedule
Whether you're looking for full- or part-time, check out our list of the best jobs for summer. There's something for...
Daycare: What are the different types and options?
Experts break down some of the most common forms of daycare and preschool to help you decide which ones might...
8 child care options if you work nights, weekends and other nontraditional hours
Find child care options beyond traditional 9 to 5 work hours, including overnight nannies, weekend daycare and 24-hour child care.
5 nanny tax myth busters
A lot of people don’t think twice about paying their nanny, housekeeper, senior caregiver or babysitter with cash. Some families...
Hiring an Attractive Babysitter or Nanny: Do or Don’t?
A good friend recently told me that she won’t hire “good looking” babysitters. She didn’t feel comfortable with the idea,...
Are you paying your caregiver minimum wage?
Make sure you know the minimum wage for caregivers, no matter what state you live in.
What Happens When the Child You Care for Is Sick?
We’ve seen a lot of caregivers post questions on our Community about how they should handle it when the kids they...
New report shows remote work has major benefits for parents and family caregivers
According to a new survey from Care.com and Mother Honestly, the remote work revolution has changed work for the better,...
8 types of nannies you can hire to help
Nannies can offer several types of child care and even household help. Here are a few common nanny options to...
Nanny website or nanny agency: Which should you use to find a caregiver?
When searching for the perfect nanny, where do you even look? Experts break down the pros and cons of using...
The right way to test out a new babysitter
A babysitter trial or tryout is a great way to test out a new provider. Here's how to set one...
9 things kids want in a babysitter
During the babysitter hiring process, both parents and sitters should think about what's on the children's wish list for a...
Your place or mine? How to decide which family will ‘host’ your nanny share
Whether it’s full-time or you’re alternating homes with the other family, coming up with a hosting plan for your nanny...
Setting up your nanny share: The 10 most common mistakes to avoid
Read about these real life experiences from families in nanny shares so you can avoid any errors or mishaps that...
5 nanny share questions to ask when considering another family
Now that you’ve figured out a nanny share is the kind of care you want, your next step will be...
How to interview nannies for a nanny share
When interviewing nanny share candidates, the stakes are high because your new employee will be responsible for keeping multiple kids...
Is your home a good place to host a nanny share?
Before you agree to be the primary host of your nanny share, make sure your home has everything your nanny...
How to check babysitter references like a pro
Wondering what questions to ask babysitter references? Our list covers it all, ensuring a quality sitter.
5 key steps to setting up a nanny share for success
Choosing the right family, knowing the tax rules and getting things in writing are just three of the items you...
4 keys to success in a nanny share job
It's challenging to juggle the needs of multiple families and kids in a nanny share. But with the right planning,...
How to find, interview for and land a nanny share job
Finding a nanny share that works for you and everyone involved takes work. Here’s how you can navigate the job...
Nanny share contracts: How to structure pay, time off and more
In a nanny share, you have multiple employers (families), which makes having an employment contract very important so you know...
8 questions to ask kids to get them talking about their day
Looking for questions to ask kids that will actually get them talking? Try these.
What is a homework helper — and how do you hire one?
Looking to find your child some help with homework? From writing a job posting for a homework helper to evaluating...