14 free or cheap summer camp options for 2025
Kids will make great memories (without you breaking the bank) with these affordable or free summer camps in 2025.
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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...
7 babysitter red flags every parent needs to know
Learn the babysitter red flags to look for in order to ensure your child is getting the best care possible.
6 make-believe games to boost your kids’ imaginations
From role playing to creating a business, these six make believe games will get kids' creativity going.
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...
Do nannies get overtime?
Do nannies get paid overtime? If they work more than 40 hours in a week, they should. Here's what you...
6 ways to cut the cost of hiring a nanny
Hoping to make the nanny price tag more affordable for your family? Here are a few ideas for negotiating a...
Au pair vs. nanny: What’s the difference?
Not sure if you need an au pair vs. a nanny? Discover the differences with this quick breakdown.
What is a birth doula? How they can help during pregnancy, delivery and beyond
Experts and parents share how a birth doula can guide you on this thrilling and, at times, overwhelming journey.
The pros and cons of homeschooling: Is it right for you and your family?
Been toying with the idea of home-schooling, but aren't sure you're ready to take the leap? Here's everything you need...
Finding child care is an exhausting job: Here’s how partners can split the work
Low-key resent your partner for reaping the benefits of child care without doing the work? Experts share how to successfully...
14 of the best after-school programs you’ve never heard of
Looking for something unique your kids can do once class is out? These seven options run the gamut as the...
Is an after-school babysitter or nanny job right for you?
The need for after-school child care is real. Find out if a babysitter or nanny job when school gets out...
Should you give your babysitter a raise?
Here are several scenarios in which you might consider paying your sitter a little extra money per hour.
Self-care for caregivers: Tips for those who are tight on time
Self-care for caregivers is a non-negotiable. From engaging in activities you love to getting more sleep, check out these caregiver...
How to be the best nanny or sitter for a family during divorce
Here's what to do (and what not to do) as a nanny or sitter during a divorce, plus expert advice...
16 easy Crock-pot dinners for families on the go
Tasty, quick and little in the way of clean-up: These easy crockpot dinners for families tick all the boxes.
Should your child’s caregiver be your friend, too? 5 ways to navigate this sometimes-confusing relationship
Have you and your child's caregiver blurred lines in terms of professional and personal relationship? Here's how to reel it...
My daughter’s caregiver is my parenting inspiration — here’s why
Parenting isn't easy, but watching my child's caregiver inspires me to try new things and handle the hard parts with...
4th trimester survival tips for exhausted, stressed parents
Experts and parents offer tips and advice for recovering physically and emotionally during the fourth trimester while caring for a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
7 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,...
How to fire a nanny or caregiver
Letting go of a household employee is never an easy decision, but sometimes it becomes clear that a nanny, babysitter,...
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,...
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...