How to talk to your caregiver about your child’s gender identity, according to experts
Experts and parents share their tips to ensure safe and gender affirming care for LGBTQ+ kids.
Child care
6 great resources for nannies
Discover top nanny resources for networking, professional training and emotional support to enhance your child care skills and career.
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.
Stretch marks after pregnancy: Your most common questions, answered
Do stretch marks go away after pregnancy? Are they preventable? Here, experts break down stretch marks during and after pregnancy.
CDC declares racism a serious threat to public health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has taken a major step to combat systemic racism and the impact...
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...
Cost of Child Care Survey: 2017 Report
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 WALTHAM, Mass. — For the...
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...
Child care costs more in 2020, and the pandemic has parents scrambling for solutions
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 According to a new Care.com...
This is how much child care costs in 2022
According to the 2022 Care.com Cost of Care survey, child care is more expensive over the past year for 63%...
15 free preschool games 3- to 5-year-olds are sure to adore
From games that help educate youngsters on the beauty of nature to learning the alphabet, here are 15 free games...
This is how much child care costs in 2021
According to a new Care.com survey, 72% of families say child care is more expensive and 46% of families say...
Things Moms Say: 18 Things That Are Impossible NOT to Say to Kids
And why we need to come up with something else to say instead.
Mom’s budget-friendly tip to avoid the summer dish pileup is going viral
This mom's simple and budget-friendly summer parenting hack is the definition of "work smarter, not harder."
11 Dragon Boat Festival activities for kids
Recipes, crafts and games for kids — these Dragon Boat Festival activities will bring this colorful double fifth Chinese holiday...
4 ridiculously simple steps to navigating tough emotional moments
Understanding your emotional triggers as a parent or a caregiver is a must. Here are four easy ways to tune...
How to talk about gun safety with other parents, according to experts
Here's what to say to protect your kids from gun violence and advocate for gun safety at home, according to...
How to stop gun violence: 8 ways experts say parents and caregivers can act now
Here's how parents and caregivers can stop gun violence in 2023, according to the activists fighting for progress.
The latest gun violence data isn’t just numbers — it’s our children’s lives
Nearly half of U.S. parents worried about their child getting shot. Here's the most recent gun violence data and who...
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts.
23 slightly traumatized parents share their summer survival angst
Here are funny tweets from parents who are just trying to survive summer with kids and, wait, how many days...
What is a highly sensitive child?: The signs and how to help an HSC
A highly sensitive child is naturally more attuned to their environment and empathetic to those around them. It’s actually a...
12 easy science activities for preschoolers
Science can seem intimidating, but these science activities for preschoolers are fun, easy to teach and could inspire a passion...
National Gun Violence Awareness Day: How families can take action
National Gun Violence Awareness Day marks the start of a multi-day call to action across the country. Here's why should...
Keeping a daily child care log: What nannies and sitters need to track for parents
From feedings to naptime, here’s what you should track in a daily child care log and why parents will love...
9 DIY friendship bracelets for kids
Teach kids how to make DIY friendship bracelets. It's a fun craft and also provides a great opportunity to talk...
6 challenging behaviors of autism in kids and tips for managing them
Children on the spectrum can be more susceptible to certain challenging behaviors of autism. Here's how to help them.
Why Every Parent Should Be Insulted by ‘Bad Moms’
I have two reactions when I see trailers for Bad Moms: “That is the worst thing I’ve ever seen,” and...
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...
How to help baby sit up without rushing their natural development
Think your little one is ready to take a seat? Here's how to help baby sit up on their own,...
101 beach activities for kids
These beach activities for kids will keep children entertained for hours. Because sometimes the sea and sand aren't enough...
12 Must Follow Principles for Teaching Science Effectively
Teaching science to students is one thing and teaching science effectively is another thing. The latter one is more important...
How to support your LGBTQ+ child as they come out
You don’t need the “perfect” response when your LGBTQ+ child makes the decision to come out. You simply need to...
Parents reveal why they regret moving — or not moving — closer to family
Six moms share how they struggled to decide whether to move closer to family for support and child care.
LGBTQIA+ teens face a troubling mental health crisis: Here’s how to help
Here, the latest findings on LGBTQIA+ teens’ mental health and what experts say parents and caregivers can do to offer...
101 unique birthday party themes for kids
Tired of bouncy houses? Check out our huge list of unique birthday party themes for kids. Make it one to...
40 funny dog jokes for kids of all ages
Here are some of the best dog jokes for kids that are guaranteed to get the whole family howling with...