14 at home date night ideas
From virtual vacations to spa nights, these date night at home ideas will keep the spark alive and the cost...
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16 family Valentine’s Day ideas for a fun celebration together
Make it a family Valentine's Day celebration with these fun holiday crafts, yummy treats and festive games everyone will love!
What is social and emotional learning and why it is important for kids
Experts explain the importance of social and emotional learning and how it helps children develop crucial life skills.
‘Child with autism’ vs. ‘autistic child’? What to say and why it matters
Language is shifting in the autism community. Here’s what parents — and kids themselves — prefer.
11 creative child care solutions for school breaks and closings
Skip the school break child care scramble with these creative summer, winter and spring break child care options perfect for...
Daycare safety checklist: 10 precautions that should always be in place
Here are the key daycare safety measures to look for when you're looking to enroll your child at a daycare...
How gentle parenting is allowing Black parents to reframe old narratives
A new wave of Black parents are practicing gentle parenting as a way to heal generational trauma and expand the...
How to have a kid-friendly Super Bowl party
Discover Super Bowl games for kids and activities that will keep little ones occupied during the big game.
6 ways to deal with the guilt of leaving your child in someone else’s care
Whether you have nanny or daycare guilt, here's how to get over feeling bad about leaving your kid in someone...
Background checks: How to handle them if you’re a caregiver
Whether you're applying for a nanny, babysitting or other caregiver job, here's what you need to know about background checks.
How Black parents can have tough talks about racism with their kids at any age
Here, experts share tips for how Black parents can have "the race talk" with their children, regardless of their age.
How you can benefit from therapy as a single parent — and ways to get started
Experts unpack the top benefits associated with therapy for single parents, plus, how to find (and make time for) the...
What is positive punishment? Experts share insight and real-life examples
Learn about positive punishment through expert input. Gain clarity on this discipline technique and valuable tips if considering trying it.
15 activities for 4-year-olds to educate and entertain
Here are several fun things to do with curious 4-year-olds who always want to try something new.
What is negative punishment and how to use it effectively
Explore negative punishment with experts. Learn about this behavior tactic, get real-life examples, and discover tips for its effective use.
Emotional intelligence for kids: How to raise a child with a high EQ
Teaching emotional intelligence is key to helping kids better navigate the world, empathize with others and manage their own emotions.
17 tweets that sum up “romance” when you have kids
Parents get hilariously real on how unromantic life can be after you have kids. Because "date night" after babies is,...
Do babies dream? Here’s what the cute moves they make in their sleep really mean
When do babies start dreaming, and what do they dream about? Here's what to know about the complex (and adorable)...
What parents need to know about how autism spectrum disorder is diagnosed
Experts and parents offer insight on deciphering what an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis actually means.
Tutor interview questions: 23 key questions for parents to ask
Want to make sure you find the ideal person for the job? Be sure to ask these tutor interview questions...
16 Valentine’s Day movies for kids and where to stream them in 2024
You bring the chocolates, we'll bring the suggestions. These Valentine's Day kids' movies are the perfect excuse to snuggle up...
Baby drooling a lot? How to know what’s normal and what’s not
The fact is that baby drooling can get worse before it gets better. If your baby is drooling a lot,...
11 group games for kids
Check out our list of group games for kids that not only bring the fun, they bring skills for sharing,...
Using family members for child care: The pros and cons to consider
Bringing in a family member to help with child care? Experts and parents offer helpful tips and advice to consider...
Mom and babysitter’s time-saving, moneymaking hack is a genius win-win
Should babysitters do extra chores? This mom's creative (and optional) paid chore list shows how sitters and parents can make...
What’s your daycare sick policy?
Your child's daycare sick policy exists for a reason. Read on to see why daycares have sick policies and learn...
18 potty-training memes that are as real as it gets
From the messy cleanups to the outright bribery that occurs, these potty-training memes nail it all around.
This is how much child care costs in 2024
Get an in-depth look at the rising cost of child care in 2024. Uncover cost trends and valuable cost-saving strategies...
15 must-watch Black history movies for kids and families
Celebrate Black culture, learn and reflect with these family movies for Black History Month that are perfect for all ages.
This is how much child care costs in 2023
Drawing on a decade of data, the 10th annual Care.com Cost of Care Report is our most comprehensive research yet....
Valentine’s Day for kids: 10 fun ideas and activities to celebrate
Make this a special Valentine's Day for kids with some fun facts, holiday history and these creative and easy ways...
6 interview questions every nanny should prepare to answer
Preparation is key when it comes to acing a nanny interview, but it also helps to be ready to answer...
19 Black History Month quotes to inspire kids all year long
Empower and educate kids with these Black History Month quotes that celebrate identity, culture and the power of coming together.
Dave Ramsey shames dad for child care expenses and gets a major reality check
Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey recently got a lesson on the high cost of child care after he shamed a...
13 healthy birthday cake alternatives for kids that everyone will love
Looking for a delicious and healthy birthday cake that everyone at the party will love? We've rounded up 13 of...
25 best kids movies streaming now
We've done the research on Netflix, Amazon, Disney Plus and Google Play, so you don't have to — these are...
101 rainy day activities for kids
Wondering what to do on a rainy day with kids? Try any of these rainy day activities to turn a dreary...
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.
17 ideas for the perfect new mom care package
From cozy gifts and beautiful trinkets to exquisite sustenance, these items make for perfect contents to the ultimate new mom...
16 famous Black women in history who led the way for future generations
These famous Black women through history have combated adversity, racism and sexism to redefine the boundaries of success, leaving an...