Dorktales Storytime Family Hour in Redwood City
Kick off your summer with giggles and grins! Your family is invited to experience Dorktales at the Dragon, a live...
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RECALL ALERT: Rawhide Chews Sold at Petco, Walmart, and Other Retailers Could Sicken Your Dog
BLACKSBURG, Va. — If your dog likes to gnaw on rawhide chews, you may want to double check the packaging....
6 Ways To Balance Life, Work and Caregiving
This post originally appeared on Glassdoor.com, it has been reprinted with permission. Are you taking care of family members or...
Small Linen Closet Organization Rewind
Have you ever organized a space just to realize a few months later that the system you have put into...
The 5 Best Mommy and Me Classes in Denver
Whether you have an infant working on tummy time, or a toddler who needs a way to focus their energy,...
I would really like to offer help to my community… But How?
I have made this profile, applied to many jobs, and still nothing. How does this work?
¿Cuánto cuesta el servicio de cuidado infantil?
WALTHAM, Mass.—Por cuarto año consecutivo, la encuesta sobre el costo de los servicios de cuidado de Care.com obtuvo información detallada...
The 6 Best Dog Training Classes Around Chicago
Improve your relationship with your dog and make for a peaceful household with these 6 great dog training classes. Pets...
How to Buy Your First Used Car
In the American west, cars are a part of life. Without a car, it’s hard to do little things like...
I was so excited~Have patience
I applied for 6 jobs so far and I got 2 of them within 2 weeks. I was surprized and...
The 5 Best Doggy Day Cares Around Boston
Finding care for Fido can be just as stressful as finding day care for the kids. Whether you have human...
Playtime Helps Kids Maintain Balance in Mind and Body
Today our kids are busier than ever. Soccer practice, piano lessons, gymnastics, school, homework, baseball practice, voice lessons, tutoring time,...
Celebrating Caregivers on International Women’s Day
In the early 1900’s, the International Women’s Conference designated March 8 as International Women’s Day to celebrate the women’s rights...
Let U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth Breastfeed on the Senate Floor!
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth is about to make history (herstory!) as the first U.S. Senator to ever give birth while in office!...
Caregiver Triangle
If you’ve been providing care for any length of time then I’m sure you know exactly what I am talking...
Kids’ Exercise: How to Keep Kids Healthy
Get your little ones moving with these kids’ exercise tips from the experts. According to a research by Public Health...
August “Senior Sense” – Are you your parent’s keeper?
To understand the nuances of caregiving and how to navigate this uncertain terrain, I had a chance to interview Jody...
It’s National Breastfeeding Month & I’m Fired Up!
It’s National Breastfeeding Month and I am fired up!! Why? Everywhere I turn moms and babies are under attack...
Biden-Harris’ American Rescue Plan: How it aims to save child care and help parents return to work
The pandemic has been disastrous for child care providers and the parents who rely on them, but relief is in...
How to talk about vaccines with caregivers, employers and loved ones
For “heart moms” like Riki Graves, talking about vaccines is a matter of necessity. Her 6-year-old Juliana had a heart...
Child care and 2020: What the candidates’ plans say
Here's where the Democratic candidates stand on universal child care and other plans to help families in 2020.
How much does a Valentine’s Day babysitter cost?
Find out how much parents were willing to pay a Valentine's Day sitter.
Holiday season jobs: When to start looking and how much you can make
According to a new Care.com holiday survey, 48% of families wish they had more help this holiday season, hourly rates...
6 signs you need to break up with your daycare
Wondering if it’s time to switch daycares? Here are red flags to watch for that could mean it’s time for...
First 90 days of daycare: How to know if a new center is right for your child
The process of getting your child started in a great daycare doesn’t automatically end once they’re enrolled. Like most humans,...
What do you need to work at a daycare?
Discover the education, skills, personality traits and safety requirements needed to work at a daycare.
How to get a daycare job
“Child care is really one of the hardest but also one of the most rewarding jobs,” says Angela Wolfe, owner...
When your kid hates after-school care, here’s what to do about it
The first time my children told me they hated after-school care, I thought they were being overly dramatic. I had...
Parenting in public: Parent and non-parent opinions on child-raising practices
When you’re thinking about where to go for dinner at the end of a long week, or the kinds of...
6 questions to help you decide if a nanny job is right for you
Before taking a nanny job, be sure to ask your potential employer — and yourself — the following questions.
How to get a travel nanny job
Are you exploring your options for nanny jobs? Have you ever thought of becoming a travel nanny? You can combine...
Here Are the 20 Best Cities to Make Bank in Over Winter Break
The holiday season brings with it many splendid things: tacky light displays upsetting fancy neighborhoods, kid freak-outs on Santa’s lap...
Breaking down preschool benefits and pricing
While many parents turn to preschool as a means to reenter the workforce, preschool’s main benefit lies in its ability...
What the GOP Tax Plan Means for Child Care
(Updated: November 15) On the campaign trail and in the White House, President Donald J. Trump has promised to provide...
What is family child care and is it the right choice for your child?
What is family child care, and how do you pick the best one for your child? Experts share what to...
Should you hire a travel nanny?
Let’s face it: family vacations can sometimes feel like more work than play. With young ones in tow, a significant...
4 Major Changes to Household Employment in 2018
If you employ a nanny, caregiver, or other household employee, you probably don’t have time to stay up on the...
How Much Will Employer Nanny Taxes Cost Me?
By Tom Breedlove, director of HomePay Provided by Breedlove Most people who try to hide from nanny taxes do so...
Household Employment Taxes 101
It’s hard to know all the ins and outs of hiring a caregiver, but families often overlook one important thing: taxes....
The Tax Advantage of Being a College Caregiver
If you’re a college or graduate student working as a nanny, did you know that a family can reimburse you for...