The 10 Best Milkshakes Around Los Angeles
The long, lazy days of summer provide the perfect opportunity for parents, babysitters, or nannies to take the kids out...
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Boston’s Top 10 Donut Shops
They may not be good for your body, but these doughnuts are certainly good for your soul! There’s no arguing:...
Cat Lover Allergic to Cats? A Survival Guide
Love your cat, hate your sneezing? Tired of having itchy, watery eyes when your kitty curls up next to you?...
Creating a Mold-Free Home
We’ve all heard stories about the dangers of toxic mold (mold that may cause illness). But how to avoid those...
Creating a Toxin-Free Home
Most of us, unless we have severe allergies or sensitivities to chemicals, may not be aware of all the chemicals...
How to Make Homemade Air Freshener
Having kids means having germs and smells in your home. Before you reach for the air freshener at the grocery...
Is Low-VOC Paint Safer?
Smell that? Paint is a versatile and affordable decorating option, but it has a downside — its chemical scent. But...
12 Great Jobs for Military Spouses
The Department of Defense reports that 85% of military spouses want or need to work. The good news? This population...
Want a New You in the New Year? Here’s Where You’re Most Likely to Make That Happen in 2017
Believe it or not, but 2017 is FINALLY. HERE. And with it comes another chance to wipe that proverbial slate...
Did You Ever Buy Milk in the Past 14 Years? You May Be Eligible for a $70 Refund
Fifteen states — and D.C. — were included in a $52 million settlement. A 1980s dairy campaign told us, “Milk, it...
Tips for Safe Driving With Children
As a nanny, I often drive the kids to activities, preschool and the park. To ensure safety while driving with...
The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops in San Francisco
Discover San Francisco’s best coffee shops for parents and kids. In a city known for its coffee shop culture, San...
The 10 Best Mom Blogs for San Francisco Moms
Looking for new family day trips? Want to build the perfect capsule wardrobe? Need advice on the ins and outs...
The 10 Best Ideas for Date Nights Around Los Angeles
These 10 date night ideas are sure to motivate you to book a babysitter and get out with your better...
10 Must-Try Street Taco Shops in Denver
There are the ever-nostalgic crunchy hard-shell tacos and the even more memorable fluffy soft-shell tacos, but if you haven’t had...
10 Denver Bakeries the Entire Family Will Love
Whether you have a sweet tooth or a love of great bread, there’s a bakery for everyone in the family...
The 5 Best Places for Kids’ Tea Parties in Los Angeles
If you’re a parent, babysitter, or nanny looking for a fun (and different) afternoon activity to do with the kids,...
The 10 Best Pizza Places Around Los Angeles
If your kids are anything like mine, they probably request pizza for dinner at least four times a week. I...
10 Creative Kids’ Cooking Classes Around Denver
Here are some of the best classes for your little chef in and around the Mile High City. So many...
The 5 Best Places to Go Apple Picking in the Bay Area
Kick off your autumn with a fun, seasonal family ritual: apple picking! Get the kids together and spend a day...
10 Unforgettable Places Near Denver to Stargaze With the Family
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just a quick evening trip outside the city, there are plenty of spots...
10 Great Date Night Ideas for Denver Couples
Date nights may not come as often as you’d like, so we’re taking the legwork out of planning for you...
The 10 Best Hikes for Kids Near Denver
What better way to spend time with the littles ones than spending some time on a trail, exploring and discovering...
4 Tips for Raising Interfaith Kids
If you are in an interfaith relationship, you probably get asked — a lot — about the religion you’ll choose...
Piano The Best Activity For a Healthy Mind, Body, And Soul
I was too young when I started learning piano. The very first day I went there was the day I...
Anti-Snore Sleep Aid Device: A ‘Must Have’ Tool for Sound Sleep
Know how essential a sound sleep is? Hectic day, a busy schedule and heavy workload, life is running in a fast lane....
How to Talk to Aging Parents About Who Gets What in the Will
Jenna said she didn’t think it was possible to feel worse than she already did after her mother’s death, but...
How to find and hire the perfect personal chef
Hiring a personal chef isn’t just for the rich and famous. Many home cooks love to be in the kitchen,...
6 Things You Can Expect When You Are the Royal Nanny
The royal nanny must always be the height of professionalism. From manners to milestones, there are many attributes to a...
A Checklist for Aging in Place
In a recent survey of Americans over 50, AARP found that 89 percent wished to stay in their current home...
3 Exciting New Emoji Evolutions
This fall, almost 25 million children will final have an emoji that represents their family. That will be one...
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Hire a Housekeeper
I’m terrible at cleaning. My place is a mess. I admit it. I try to clean—I really do. But I’m...
Laying the Groundwork – “Ultimate Nanny” Guide
In my new book Ultimate Nanny: How to Find, Interview, and Manage the Most Important Person You Will Ever Hire – Your Child’s...
The 5 Best Family-Friendly Coffee Shops in Toledo
With constant tantrums and meltdowns and endless piles of laundry, the cabin fever bug is imminent. Living in a city...
10 Community Service Ideas for San Francisco Kids
How do we get kids to give back? Connect them to community service from a young age and show them...
Care. It takes a village
Five years ago almost to the day (January 24), I stood on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange...
Adult Care and Senior Care: Rules to Discuss Before You Hire
As you start interviewing prospective caregiver candidates, it’s a good idea to take some time to determine your house rules as...
8 Things Your Housekeeper Won’t Tell You
You have a wonderful relationship with your housekeeper. After all, you’re opening up your home to her, letting her clean...
Housekeeper Safety: What to do with Fido When She Arrives?
What do you do when you’ve hired the perfect housekeeper but she’s afraid of dogs? Or, perhaps your new cleaner...
The Life of a Royal Nanny
Clara Knight, Mabel Anderson, Helen Lightbody, Tiggy Legge-Bourke … do you recognize these names? They are only a few of...