Family Kicked Off JetBlue Flight Because of Birthday Cake
A New Jersey family was kicked off a JetBlue flight recently over a birthday cake. “We were just so happy,...
Child care
Police Officer Saves the Day for Boy in Need of Kidney Transplant
A Wisconsin police officer is doing more than just protecting and serving her local community. She’s helping to save a...
Must-Read for Parents and Caregivers: How to Avoid Seed Ticks This Summer
If your family spends a lot of time outdoors, you’re probably already aware of ticks. This summer, one mom from...
The 10 Best Family-Friendly Ice Cream Shops in L.A.
Summertime in L.A. means high temperatures and long days. What better way to take advantage of our unbeatable weather than...
RECALL ALERT: Over 200,000 Pounds of Hot Dogs May Contain Pieces of Metal
CINCINNATI — If you’re stocking up for a Memorial Day cookout, you may want to think twice about picking up...
Geocaching 101: Here’s How to Get Started in 5 Easy Steps
Over the last several years, the traditionally old-fashioned treasure hunt has gotten a high-tech makeover with the advent of an...
You Shouldn’t Have to Improvise to Make Life Work
Improvisation: the dictionary defines it as the art or act of doing anything without preparation. For many of us, we’d...
10 Free Things to Do Around L.A. When Your Kids Say ‘I’m Bored’
Looking forward to a weekend of good art, good vibes, and LACMA! #lacma #LACMAPlusYou #rockthatmuseumkid #regram via @home.please featuring Alexander...
The Ultimate Breast Pump Bag Packing List for Your First Day Back
It’s your first day back from maternity leave, which probably means you’re feeling pretty emotional. To add to that roller...
Here’s What Maternity Leave Is Like Outside of the U.S.
If you’re a working mom in America, you’ve probably learned that maternity leave in this country largely sucks. There’s no federal law requiring employers...
The 5 Best Kid-Friendly Ice Cream Shops in New Haven
When I moved to New Haven, I was surprised to learn that Connecticut residents are some of the biggest ice...
The 10 Best Family-Friendly Ice Cream Shops in Denver
When the temperatures start rising, the cravings for ice cream begin! The Denver area has tons of sweet shops to...
Real Story Spotlight: “As a mother myself…it makes me feel good to provide that reassurance to another parent.”
Houston, TX – “I provide private care because being around children makes me happy. As a mother myself, I know...
Real Story Spotlight: “It’s about creating a space where people can connect deeply to their internal rhythms and their own sense of pulse.”
Portland, OR – “For me, teaching music and movement is far more than helping a student learn an instrument or how...
Real Story Spotlight: How Babysitting Helped Her Discover Her Dream Career
Columbus, OH – “I have a lot of experience with childcare. I have been babysitting since I was 13 for kids...
Real Story Spotlight: “I have the opportunity to bring the excitement and joy to kids that I always longed for.”
Portland, OR – “When I was a kid, I didn’t thrive in school and wished it could be a place...
Real Story Spotlight: “The sense of accomplishment kids feel at the gym can really change them to want to help themselves as well as others.”
Milo V., a children’s fitness instructor in Austin, TX, chats with Care.com about how his profession allows him to set children up for a healthy lifestyle....
The Ultimate Father’s Day Guide: How You Can Celebrate Dad in Style
Father’s Day is fast-approaching, so many of us are in brainstorm mode as we try to come up with ways...
RECALL ALERT: Graco Says Certain Car Seat Models May Not Restrain Children Properly
Graco, a popular baby products company based out of Atlanta, issued a recall for 25,494 car seats after federal tests...
The 5 Best Short Road Trips From Miami
Miami is full of amazing restaurants, countless food festivals, and a wide selection of beaches for families to choose from....
Art Basel for Babies: The 5 Best Kid-Friendly Art Festivals in Miami
Art has always played a role in my life. As a child, I remember that our family outings consisted largely...
The 10 Best Free Things to Do in Austin When Your Kids Say, ‘I’m Bored’
You’ve likely heard that Austin’s live music scene is unrivaled, the city’s breakfast tacos are off-the-charts-good, and Matthew McConaughey may...
10 Central Florida Annual Passes You Never Knew Your Family Needed
Central Florida is a haven for high-priced attractions and theme parks, but there are plenty of opportunities to have your...
The 7 Best Free Things to Do in Chicago When Your Kids Say, ‘I’m Bored’
No matter how many toys we buy or activities we plan, it’s our shared fate as parents, babysitters, and nannies...
These Are Cleveland’s 10 Best Mom Blogs
Just a few years ago, I was a childless gypsy with my manicured fingertips on the pulse of pop culture....
The 10 Best Free Things to Do in Boston When Your Kids Say, ‘I’m Bored’
With a cold winter and a rainy spring behind us (hopefully!), there’s no doubt that everyone — including the kids...
The Top 10 Mommy and Me Classes in Tampa
You’re tired, but you also know that you need to get out of the house. You want to spend time with...
Apple CEO: Without More Women Hires, ‘US Will Lose Leadership in Tech’
This post originally appeared on FairyGodBoss.com, it has been reprinted with permission. It’s no secret that we need more women in...
The 5 Best Free Things to Do in Tampa When Your Kid Says ‘I’m Bored’
Between laundry, diaper changes, and shuttling the kids to and from (insert extracurricular activity here), “boredom” may seem like a...
Hiking With Kids: 5 Expert Tips for Making It Fun for Everyone
When it comes to outings that are healthy and fun, hiking tops the list. It’s a perfect opportunity to swap...
The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops in L.A.
Los Angeles offers plenty of coffee shops for your next java fix, but if you – or your nanny or sitter...
#iPumpedHere and there
By To-wen Tseng According to a study published in the journal Women’s Health Issues, 60% of pumping women don’t have basic workplace accommodations...
The 5 Best Los Angeles Mommy Blogs You Need to Read Now
In the years since I had my son, I’ve learned time and again that it does indeed take a village...
Indiana Toddler’s Death Possibly Linked to Tick Bite
Ticks are making headlines this summer, and for good reason. Parents — as well as babysitters, nannies, and any other...
The 5 Best Philly Mom Blogs You Should Already Be Following
Philly parents are always on the lookout for tricks to make parenting easier. We look for ways to attend the...
Are Mothers and Fathers Interchangeable? It’s Complicated.
Have you been to a playground on a Sunday afternoon? Then maybe you’ve observed a toddler fall or bump...
The End of Marriage is Not the End of Parenting
Sometimes, when they find themselves in the turmoil of a failing marriage, people can lose sight of priorities. Whether the...
The 5 Best Mom Blogs for Tampa-Area Moms
OK, I admit it — there are A LOT of “Mommy Bloggers” out there. The seas of the Internet overflow...
This Is The Only Industry Where Women Earn More Than Men
This post originally appeared on Fairygodboss.com, it has been republished with permission. Knowing that the gender pay gap is alive and...
The 10 Best Family-Friendly Ice Cream Shops in Austin
If you need to beat the legendary heat in Austin, there’s only one thing to do: Hit up one of...