This Is How NOT to Demo a Car Seat (Hint: It Involves Using a Real Toddler)
This reporter may think twice before using this kid in a live demo again. Last Thursday, Philadelphia’s Fox 29 news station...
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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...
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?...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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,...
The First Day of Daycare: Parents Share Their Stories
The first day of daycare is tough, but is it harder on the parents or the kids? Some teachers swear...
Your Day Care Backpack
Transitioning from having your little one at home to packing him or her up for day care is hard enough...
Time Out: How to Create a Discipline Plan
For Cyndi and Ed Holbert of Powell, Idaho, discipline is a touchy issue — literally. Ed doesn’t hesitate to give...
10 Fun Things to do with Kids during a Blackout
No power? No problem. Wait a second, that means no Wii, no Xbox, no iPad, no DVD player? And you...
The 12 Most-Fun Toys for 5-Year-Old Boys
Watching your son morph from preschooler to kindergartner is amazing. Your sweet little boy is becoming a (still sweet) little...
10 Best “Baby-Sitters Club” Books for Today’s Kids
Whether you were an original girlboss like Kristy, a trendsetter like Claudia, shy and strong like Mary Anne, boy-crazy like...
Rainy Day Activities for Kids, Ages 3-5
Being trapped indoors on a gloomy spring day can have even the most imaginative caregiver or parent wracking her brain...
The Best Birthday Party Helper: 15 Ways Your Sitter Can Save the Day
With each passing year, kids’ birthday parties are getting bigger and more elaborate. Gone are the simple parties that consisted...
10 Benefits of Being a Live-In Nanny
Have you ever thought about finding a job as a live-in nanny? It’s a great opportunity to work closely with...
7 Tips for Hiring a Live-in Special Needs Nurse
Sometimes you need help caring for a child or adult with special needs. Hiring a live-in caregiver can be a...
5 “I Love My Nanny” Stories
It’s a question every mom has asked at least once: “Is my nanny right for my family?” The woman (or...
12 Secrets Your Nanny Won’t Tell You
Ever hide little things from your boss? Well, your nanny is no different. As her employer, you can be sure that...
8 Ways to Have a Great Relationship with Your Nanny
I have two loves of my life: My husband and my nanny. She’s been with us since my son was...
Nanny Boundaries: How Close Is Too Close for a Nanny and a Family?
Employers may one day find themselves being asked a favor they feel they can’t refuse, or a nanny may have...
Here 4 Sample Schedules for Your Vacation Babysitter or Nanny
Hiring a travel nanny or babysitter during your family vacation can be the perfect way to balance time spent with...
9 Social Media Rules Your Nanny Should Follow
In the age of Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram and countless other social media outlets, sharing information has become practically instantaneous,...
5 Signs Your Child Hates the Nanny
For many families, a nanny can provide nurturing and support for children. But what do you do if your child announces...
What to Do If Your Child Hates the Nanny
If you’ve determined your child has a chemistry problem with their nanny, what should you do? Here are tips for...
Child Care Challenges: Transitioning to a New Caregiver
If your child attends day care or has a nanny or babysitter, there’s a good chance that he’ll experience a...
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
When you’ve found an excellent caregiver, it can be hard to let them go. But like people in any other...
Oh No, My Nanny Is Leaving
It’s a day most mothers and fathers would rather not think about: The day when you have to say goodbye to...
10 Things Parents Can Learn From Nannies
After years of practice, nannies become experts at child care. Not only do they learn the basics of what kids...
12 Parenting Skills You Can Learn From a Nanny
Nannies spend years taking care of children, learning valuable tips and tricks along the way. How to get them to...
7 Types of Parents and the Nannies They (Desperately) Need
You’re definitely a hands-on parent. One who loves crafts, helps with homework and volunteers to bake cookies for your kid’s...