9 do’s and don’ts of caring for twin babies
Caring for one newborn is overwhelming enough, so it can seem downright impossible when you add a second baby to...
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10 tips for surviving sleep deprivation as a new parent
A good night’s sleep. We all need it. But as a new mom or dad, you might find you’re only...
22 best mobile apps for kids with special needs
Technology has been — and continues to be — a boon to people with disabilities, especially children. Mobile devices like...
The Cutest Duet You Will Ever See: Dad Singing in Sign Language With His Deaf Daughter
There’s a video circulating the Interwebz of a father teaching his daughter to sing her first song…in American Sign Language...
Mean moms who raise mean girls — and 4 tips to change all that
Parenting is hard. No one gave any of us a handbook (and if they did I totally missed that part...
Special Needs Job Guide: How to Set Yourself Up for Success as a Special Needs Caregiver
Now that you have been hired for the position you wanted, you will want to be sure that the job...
9 Jobs Hiring Now That Guarantee Trips to the Zoo
This summer, get paid to hang out with lions, tigers, bears, and cute little munchkins. Honestly, who doesn’t love the...
Just in Time for Summer: Consumer Reports’ 2016 Best and Worst Sunscreens
That’s right, ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls: it’s that time of year for Consumer Reports’ fourth annual Sunscreen Guide for...
13-Year-Old Operatic Singer Crushes Her “America’s Got Talent” Audition
It’s time to break out the tissues again, kiddos. I’m not usually one for shows like “American Idol” and “America’s...
Need a Birth Plan Template? 16 Options
A birth plan is a great way for you to visualize what you want your baby’s birth to look like...
12 beautiful calming nurseries to inspire sleep
When it comes to choosing nursery decor, the choices are endless. There are bold, modern nursery ideas , useful gender-neutral nurseries and of course...
Dear Moms: Please Tell Me If My Kid is Your Worst Nightmare!
“What are you going to do about it?!” That’s what an 8-year old friend of my son’s said to me...
Banana-Berry Overnight Oats
You might’ve already picked up on this, but “Overnight Oats” are making a serious comeback in the world of breakfast...
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Servings: 20-24 energy bites Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes Ingredients 1 cup Old Fashioned Quaker®Oats1/4...
Try It Oat: Quaker® Oats’ Recipe for Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Oatmeal-raisin cookies plus pumpkin frosting equals the best fall dessert cookie you’ll ever make! Makes: 24 Whoopie Pies Prep Time:...
Top 10: Chinese American Children’s Books (ages 2-14)
This blog post originally appeared in the Pragmatic Mom Blog (Best Chinese American Books for Kids) and later posted to the MomsRising...
Anne Hathaway: Parental Leave Policy Is Failing American Families
Actress and new mom Anne Hathaway was hard at work on Wednesday, as employers nationwide got a taste of what it...
Arizona Dad Gets Real in Viral Anti-Bullying Video Message
Bullying can be a tough topic for many parents to tackle, but one Arizona dad decided to take a different...
Bunny ears and loop methods: Helpful shoe-tying tricks that work
Desired among teachers, coaches and parents alike, shoe tying is a skill that we desperately want out children to know...
These Two Toddlers Acting Out ‘Frozen’ Will Leave You Smiling for Days
Watch out, Elsa and Anna, there’s a new set of sibling superstars ready to take over Arendelle. In an incredibly...
How to Help Your Baby With Coxsackie
As a mother of three, I’ve unfortunately dealt with my fair share of rashes, itches, and bumps amongst my children....
The Special Needs Respite Care Guide: The Cost of Care
Whether you hire a qualified individual or use a respite care agency, quality care can be costly. Rates may vary by...
The Special Needs Respite Care Guide: Interview Questions
It can be nerve-wracking to think of handing off your child’s care to anyone — let alone a relative stranger....
The Special Needs Respite Care Guide: Quality Care and Your Caregiver
You’ve researched, interviewed, and hired an individual or respite care facility to provide care for your child with special needs. Congratulations!...
We need a legislative solution for DREAMers and TPS holders NOW!
DREAMers, along with temporary protected status (“TPS”) holders are fighting for a legislative solution that will allow them to continue...
Airplane travel with kids: 20 tips for maintaining your sanity
Only six months after the birth of our third child, my husband and I decided to do something spontaneous and...
The Kids Are Alright – Raised By Nannies
We asked Jenessa, is a marketing professional, to share her experiences about having two working parents – and numerous nannies...
10 ideas for places to have a kid’s birthday party
Kids’ parties may be all about fun, games and birthday cake, but typical at-home parties often come with a lot...
9 baby shower gifts parents will actually find useful
When you’re shopping for the perfect baby shower gift, it can be challenging and hard to decide what gift is...
How to Get Your Baby to Clean Stuff: One Dad’s Hilarious Video Tutorial
Cleaning is possibly one of the worst household tasks ever invented. It’s boring, it takes too long, and it tricks...
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...
11 tips for having a great first day of school
While excitement might be in the air over new clothes and school supplies, it’s only natural for kids — and...
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...
10 tips for surviving summer travel with kids
Any mom will tell you that you can’t go into a road trip on impulse. You have to have a...
Language Development Milestones for 2-Year-Olds
Even when you’re not sure what your 2-year-old is saying, do you nod along and do your best? That’s a...
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...
Dealing with difficult child behavior? 6 ways to keep your cool
When your 2-year-old throws a temper tantrum at the playground or simply doesn’t listen, does it make you want to...
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?...
Tutoring job interview: Questions you will get and ones you should ask
Now that you’ve decided what to teach and how much to charge, the next step is the interview. If you...