Find out what training you need to become a doula
Doulas play a key supporting role in bringing new life into the world. Birth doulas coach women through the ups...
Child care
Signs of potty training readiness: What to watch for, according to experts
How can you tell when your child is ready to start potty training? Here’s what the experts have to say.
Flying with kids just got more complicated as travel mask mandate is lifted
Parents express worry about flying with children under 5 after a federal judge struck down transportation mask mandate.
All moms are working moms: Why it’s time to embrace this once and for all
Whether you have a career and work outside your home, hold a remote position and work from your home, and...
How to care for a baby’s umbilical cord
From how long it takes for the umbilical cord to fall off and the proper way to clean it to...
6 expert tips on how to communicate effectively with your child’s tutor
Tutoring experts explain how to establish an open line of communication with your child's tutor that will result in their...
Your first tutoring session: How students, parents and tutors can prepare
Here's how parents, children and tutors can each prepare for the first-day tutoring session in order to ensure a successful...
How to use a tutor effectively
Try these strategies for maintaining quality tutoring so your child gets the most out of their sessions with a tutor.
7 Ways to Meet Other Caregivers
Caregiving can be lonely business. You may wave at other nannies at the park, but your attention is on the...
What is a nanny camp?
When two or more nannies organize and arrange to do a fun, local group activity with all the kids in...
Inflation may cost Americans an extra $5,200 this year and families are feeling the strain
Rising inflation has working families struggling to afford groceries, gas and other everyday expenses.
COVID vaccine reduced child hospitalizations during omicron, new study shows
A new study finds that COVID vaccines played an important role in keeping kids out of the hospital during the...
How to be a good babysitter: 15 traits the best sitters have in common
Having solid babysitting skills is important, but there are several other key traits and characteristics that parents are looking for...
11 things every first-time babysitter needs to know
Before you start caring for children, it's important to research what the job requires and get trained in the skills...
What to wear as a nanny or babysitter
Need help putting together a babysitting or nanny outfit? Looking to build the perfect babysitter or nanny uniform? These tips...
Twitter thread of top parenting tips is a must-read for anyone who cares for kids
This viral Twitter thread has parents and caregivers sharing their most helpful advice, and it's amazing.
5 discipline techniques for babysitters that work
How a babysitter can turn around a child's behavior with positive discipline techniques.
Is ‘the mother’s kiss’ method safe for removing an object from a kid’s nose?
You may have seen the viral "mother’s kiss" trick for removing an object stuck in a child's nose, but does...
6 fun soccer games for kids to help grow their skills
Try these soccer games for kids if you're looking for a fun way for your child to improve and get...
These are the pros and cons of sleep training, according to experts
Want the facts — and nothing but the facts — about sleep training? Here, pediatricians, psychologists and sleep experts break...
Nearly 30% of teachers say they were threatened by parents last year
A recent survey shows threats against teachers are becoming more common, and parents are some of the leading contributors.
20 Family Summer Vacation Ideas from Travel Bloggers
School’s out for summer! And you know what that means: It’s the perfect time for a family vacation. What destinations are...
6 tips for getting kids volunteering and helping others
Try this advice for getting kids involved in their community and beyond — and turn children into a lifelong volunteers.
15 parents reveal the simple savage-ness of sibling rivalry
From secret arguments to fighting over a single piece of candy, here are funny tweets from parents that nail the...
The future of women and work: Why it’s time to demand concrete change
The alarming effect the pandemic has had on women’s careers cannot be overstated. Women are leaving the workforce in droves....
Viral tweet asks: Why are moms always the default parent?
A busy working mom is fed up with being the only one her son's day care calls, and other parents...
8 ways nannies can make extra money
You're an amazing nanny by day, but you need to make a little extra cash. Check out these ideas and...
6 Fun and Festive Baby Shower Themes
It feels like everyone I know is expecting these days and I love being able to help and plan baby...
‘Turning Red’ sparks a major debate about puberty education for kids
Disney and Pixar's new animated film has started an unexpected debate about when to have the puberty conversation with both...
5 easy kid-friendly recipes to make with freshly picked berries
There’s nothing more satisfying than sinking your teeth into freshly picked berries. Buying berries at a local grocery store isn’t...
Favorite Activities for Young Kids and Babysitters
Ack! You know how hard it is to come up with new and exciting ways to entertain, stimulate and engage...
Mental health issues in teenage girls: What to look for and how to help
Concerned about the latest mental health statistics around anxiety, trauma or depression in teenage girls? Here’s what experts recommend.
How to talk to kids and teens about Ukraine
Child psychologists share tips for addressing kids' questions, anxiety and fears about the crisis in Ukraine.
6 Winter Olympic games for kids to play
Have some fun at home and help kids learn about the Winter Olympics with these fun Olympic activities for kids.
8 fun ways to teach kids about the Winter Olympics
Looking for some fun ways to get kids in the Olympic spirit? Here are a number of activities for making...
New Valentine’s Day survey reveals parents are longing for a date night out amid the pandemic
The pandemic has inspired some parents to prioritize bonding time with their partner, according to a new Valentine's Day survey...
Assistant principal fired for reading ‘I Need A New Butt’ to 2nd graders
Parents and educators are speaking out after a Mississippi principal lost his job after sharing a popular children's book.
4 Easter desserts to make with kids
Easter is a fun time for the whole family to get together, and one of the big traditions in our...
Best actress winner thanks ‘angel’ nanny during her acceptance speech
Actress Melanie Lynskey is being praised for thanking her nanny during a refreshing speech at the Critic's Choice Awards.
101 newborn activities for parents and their bundles of joy
Read about all the fun, engaging newborn activities you can do with your child to stimulate their minds and strengthen...