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9 Tips for Managing a College Nanny
Flexible schedules, youthful energy, the ability to multitask — there are so many reasons to hire a college student. And...
Can You Ask Your Nanny to Cook?
“My son loves his babysitter!” says Rebecca W. from Scottsdale, Arizona. “She only cooks his food, nothing for the family as...
How to Set Realistic Goals With Your Nanny
Three weeks after Betsy Roggenburk Mastaglio’s new sitter started, she wasn’t so sure it was going to work out. Each...
Making the 1st day of school a success: Tips for easing your child into a new year
I’ll never forget my daughter’s first day of school. My tears were bittersweet. My baby was old enough to leave...
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,...
8 Things to Consider When Choosing a Preschool
You probably think you have this preschool application thing solved. By comparing the cost, location, length of the school day...
I have a sick nanny, now what?
It’s a working parent’s nightmare: your nanny just called in sick. You have to get to work, but what do...
A checklist for interviewing a summer sitter
Hiring a summer babysitter requires a different approach than that taken during the school year. Because your children’s schedules will...
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...
5-Step Guide for Recruiting Care Professionals
Download PDF As a care professional, you know working in the care industry is one of the most personally and...
Jobs for Moms: 5 Perks Millennial Moms Want — And Are Getting!
When you welcome a new baby into your life, your career might play second fiddle for a while. But whether you’re returning...
9 homework tips from tutors
Are you struggling with how to get your kids to do their homework? Or perhaps your kids are having a...
How to find the best online tutoring, homework help and test prep
The stats are in: According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, higher levels of education lead to higher employment...
Does my child need a tutor?
Nothing sends a clearer message about your child’s education than a failing grade. Usually, there are signs that your child...
Tutoring services: Is a tutoring center or private tutor best for your child?
You’ve determined that your child will need supplementary tutoring to help them realize their full potential in school. Now, you’ll...
Tutoring and lessons checklist
Looking for a way to keep track of your tutors and private teachers? Use our checklist to track curriculum, progress,...