Holiday Activities and Tips
Find kid-friendly holiday recipes, kid costume ideas, travel tips, holiday crafts, holiday gift ideas and advice on how to tip babysitters and nannies.
When you think of Mother's Day, do images of carnations, Hallmark cards and Sunday brunches come to mind? It's one of the most celebrated holidays of the year, but when it comes to gift giving,...
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Happy Mother's Day. Feliz Dia de las Madres. Furaha Ya Mama Siku. It doesn't matter how you say it, the sentiment is the same: Happy Mother's Day, Mom. We love you. Thank you. You are the...
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Mother's Day is quickly approaching and your kids are itching to make that perfect something special for you, their grandma, nanny, aunt and any other special women in their lives. But what should...
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General Holiday Advice and Travel Tips
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Friday, Dec 07, 2012
You know what they say: If you want something done, give it to a busy person. This is especially true around the holidays. Some people just seem to have a knack for staying organized and calm, while juggling...
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Monday, Jul 02, 2012
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Whether you're taking a plane, train or automobile, when talking about travel with kids, "vacation" can be a pretty loose term. How do you make your summer trip easier, more fun, and more...
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Wednesday, Dec 02, 2009
As the winter holidays approach, you may find yourself eagerly anticipating being reunited with your far-flung sibs for a few days... Or then again, perhaps you find yourself dreading the reunion.
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Monday, Dec 10, 2012
The holiday season is filled with excitement, euphoria and ... exhaustion. And nothing is more draining than traveling with kids during this time of year. Still having nightmares about that time you sat...
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Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011
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It might be Thanksgiving at your place, Hanukkah dinner at the in-laws or Christmas at your sister's. No matter the holiday or the location, one thing is for sure: Neither the homemade cranberry sauce...
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Thursday, Jan 03, 2013
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For students, the breaks between school semesters can be a period for relaxing and refocusing. But many people also use it as a time to earn extra cash. Whether you're searching for a summer vacation...
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Thursday, Mar 31, 2011
Remember when spring break used to mean Tequila shots, dancing at clubs and lazy days sleeping at the beach? Yeah, we really don't remember those days much either, now that they've been replaced...
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Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013
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Why buy pricey and boring Valentine's Day cards at the store, when you can spend a fun afternoon making them yourself? Here are our 10 favorite valentines that are just as fun to make as they are...
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Monday, Dec 10, 2012
With the holidays just around the corner, you are probably feeling the pressure to complete a number of tasks and be in two -- or even three -- places at once. There is no way you can get it all done...
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Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011
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The holiday season can be a great opportunity to meet employers, earn extra cash, and even land a full-time gig. "Look at a seasonal job as an opportunity to build your network, get references,...
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Friday, Nov 16, 2012
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Amidst the chaos of holiday shopping, tree trimming and menu planning, don't forget about a very important person in your life: your nanny. She is the person who keeps your life in balance throughout...
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Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012
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Thanksgiving has come and past, lights are being strung, trees are being trimmed, and gift-lists are being written. This can only mean one thing: the holiday season is officially upon us. With the kids...
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Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013
The holiday season passed by much too quickly and now you find yourself left with cold weather and restless children. Luckily, Valentine's Day is almost here -- which means plenty of amazing crafts...
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Monday, Jan 21, 2013
Valentine's Day is a special time to tell your loved ones how much you care for them, and what better way to do that than let your kids to get messy with new crafts! They can make heartwarming gifts...
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Wednesday, Nov 14, 2012
Spoiled milk can be chucked in the garbage pail. Spoiled kids are not so easy to fix. And the holidays don't help the grateful spirit when there's so much "gimme-gimme" in the air. ...
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Monday, Dec 10, 2012
Don't look now, but the holidays are almost here. Have you started planning a gift for your children's nanny? In addition to a holiday bonus, a gift from the heart will warm your nanny's soul....
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Friday, Jan 27, 2012
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Valentine's Day is almost here. Have you made your restaurant reservation, made heart-shaped treats for the kids, bought a romantic gift for your honey, picked out a sexy outfit and booked a sitter?...
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Thursday, Nov 01, 2012
The holidays are a wonderful time for family gatherings, fun traditions, and great food. We bend over backwards to make sure our kids will eat dinner and enjoy it, but we don't always have to make...
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Monday, Nov 14, 2011
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Hosting holiday dinners is stressful. Throw in a picky eater or two? Consider that, mission impossible. Fret no more. We at Care.com turned to the experts for their favorite kid-friendly holiday recipes...
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Monday, Dec 19, 2011
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As the clock ticks toward midnight on New Year's Eve, we think, "This is the year I..." We have been trained to view January 1st as a day of opportunity. A day where wild ideas, practical...
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Monday, Dec 17, 2012
The holidays are here! And while the Norman Rockwell idea of Christmas is very nice, homes are often more about chaos than cheer. There are presents to wrap, social functions to attend, lists to double...
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Friday, Nov 04, 2011
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When Gina Linss and her husband Alex were invited to a New Year's Eve party last year, they were pretty excited. "It was going to be a really fun party, like the kind we used to go to before...
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Friday, Dec 07, 2012
The holidays give us the opportunity to show our appreciation for the individuals we hire to support us in our goals: the people who care for our kids while we're at work, walk our dogs, or provide...
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Friday, Nov 18, 2011
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When we have great people in our lives taking good care of our kids, aging parents, pets and/or homes, we couldn't be more thankful. Holiday time makes many of us stop and realize just how lucky...
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Wednesday, Dec 01, 2010
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When it comes to showing the love to those who love your kids, your pets, or your aging parents, don't be a Scrooge. Even in a challenging economy where companies have slashed or killed bonuses,...
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Monday, Dec 10, 2012
The year is almost over and you're ready to celebrate with your hubby and friends. But ...what to do with the kids? You've brought them to parties in the past, but then you spend most of your...
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Monday, Jan 21, 2013
While February 14thmay bring up visions of a romantic dinner date and flowers with a significant other, parents know this holiday can be about the entire family. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy...
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Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011
When Maggie Rogers thinks about the holidays, she's filled with dread. "I'd love to get together and see my family, but it's just so complicated," says Rogers, a New York-based stay-at-home...
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Wednesday, Nov 23, 2011
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Winter is here and it's bound to bring mornings when you ask yourself "should I really drive in this?" Even more stressful: "Should I ask my nanny to?" Work doesn't slow down...
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Thursday, Dec 08, 2011
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As if you don't have enough on your to-do list already. But tell us, how many of those to-dos are for you? Chances are they're things like "start potty training" and "buy milk."...
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Tuesday, Dec 04, 2012
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Five hours of non-stop Christmas music. Four dozen sheets of cookies. Three screaming kids."Two" many hours of shopping. And one mom to keep it all together - and it's barely Thanksgiving....
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Wednesday, Feb 27, 2013
Passover is quickly approaching and you may be looking for some entertaining yet educational activities for every kid in your family. Whether it's preparing for the Pesach Seder with decorative...
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Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013
Happy Mother's Day. Feliz Dia de las Madres. Furaha Ya Mama Siku. It doesn't matter how you say it, the sentiment is the same: Happy Mother's Day, Mom. We love you. Thank you. You are the...
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Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013
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Mother's Day is quickly approaching and your kids are itching to make that perfect something special for you, their grandma, nanny, aunt and any other special women in their lives. But what should...
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Thursday, Feb 28, 2013
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Easter Sunday will be here before you know it. Start planning for the holiday and the arrival of the Easter bunny and the kickoff to the season of spring. We gathered our favorite kid-friendly Easter...
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Wednesday, Apr 10, 2013
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When you think of Mother's Day, do images of carnations, Hallmark cards and Sunday brunches come to mind? It's one of the most celebrated holidays of the year, but when it comes to gift giving,...
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Monday, Apr 01, 2013
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How does your family celebrate Earth Day? From recycling to setting up a composting system, raising an earth-friendly family doesn't have to be as complicated as you might think. With April being...
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Thursday, Apr 19, 2012
Kids love dirt. They love water, grass, animals and all the natural resources the planet provides. In honor of Earth Day, point out what they really love: Mama Earth. Show the importance of nurturing...
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Wednesday, Apr 27, 2011
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Does this scenario sound familiar? Right before Mother's Day weekend, your husband or in-laws announce, with glee, they have a big surprise for you for Mother's Day morning: a great brunch at...
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Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013
One of the hardest parts of Mother's Day is coming up with a poem to write on the inside of the card. You can only use "Roses are red" so many times! This year create a Mother's Day...
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Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013
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Nothing says Mother's Day more than a lovely meal, fit for a queen. It's even better when the queen isn't involved in the cooking or the cleaning! This year, pamper mothers, grandmothers...
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Thursday, Apr 05, 2012
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Take it easy (or at least easier) with these ideas for enjoying Mother's Day your way. Go to a Coffee Shop (Alone) Most mornings you take that first blissful sip of coffee, then you're pulled...
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Friday, May 03, 2013
We get it, whispering sweet nothings to your spouse when screaming kids are around might not seem like an attainable goal. But on Mother's Day, we moms have earned our right to be waited on and showered...
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Friday, May 03, 2013
Between months of morning sickness, swollen ankles, and the eighteen plus years you will spend cleaning up after your child, it's only fitting that moms get a holiday to celebrate all of motherhood's...
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Tuesday, Apr 17, 2012
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After all those hours of labor and delivery, diaper blowouts, and round-the-clock feedings, shouldn't moms get exactly what we want for at least one whole day? In a perfect world, every mother would...
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Tuesday, Jul 03, 2012
Any mom will tell you that you can't go into a road trip on impulse. You've got to have a plan. Survival is the operative word, and even the best moms can get derailed on a vacation. The Any Mommy...
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Monday, May 06, 2013
Summer is most people's favorite time of the year. School is out, the weather is warm and it's time to relax and recharge. Jill Tipograph, an expert on summer and founder of Everything Summer,...
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Thursday, May 09, 2013
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Flag Day occurs every June 14th and is a great time to celebrate the symbol of America. You can plan fun things to do and get kids in a patriotic mood. Here are 12 activities to get you started. Share...
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Thursday, May 09, 2013
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A handmade card or gift for dad goes a long way on Father's Day. Fill an afternoon with creativity, and maybe even a few giggles, as you and your children construct homemade wishes for Dad's big...
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Tuesday, Oct 02, 2012
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Are you ready to give your pumpkin a unique look without using a knife? Then 13 is your lucky number this Halloween! With these no-carve pumpkin design, small children can get hands-on while creating...
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Friday, Sep 28, 2012
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Running out of time for your kids to have the coolest costume on the block? We've got creative, trendy and adorable ideas galore for you or your caregiver to pull together in just four easy steps....
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Wednesday, Sep 14, 2011
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The onset of October seems to divide families into two camps -- those for whom Halloween a big holiday, and those who don't realize it is upon us until October 30. Whichever camp you're in, Halloween...
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Wednesday, Sep 14, 2011
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For most kids, Halloween is a scream. Haunted houses, trick-or-treating, funny costumes, and handfuls of candy. What's not to love? Well, creating the costumes, monitoring the candy, keeping kids safe...
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Thursday, Oct 11, 2012
Though kids may view Thanksgiving as the first stop on the school holiday vacation train, there's a lot more for them to know about it than simply no class, stuffed turkey and whipped cream-topped...
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Tuesday, Sep 18, 2012
Ghosts, goblins and...Angry Birds - oh my! Once school gets back in session, kids' thoughts quickly turn to their next big day: Halloween. But we all know it's not just about the costume. It's...
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Friday, Sep 23, 2011
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You're shopping for Halloween costumes with your 4-year-old son when he announces he wants the white taffeta princess costume with the tiara. Do you grab it with a smirk thinking of how he'll...
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Thursday, Oct 18, 2007
Most children, mine included, eagerly anticipate Halloween, carefully choosing costumes and rushing through dinner so they can go trick-or-treating. Even though I love Halloween too, I have to prepare myself mentally for the peanut butter cups that will be in my food-allergic child's bag at the evening's end.
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Thursday, Sep 13, 2012
There's nothing quite like crisp, cool fall days to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. Between getting costumes ready and selecting the perfect candy for trick-or-treaters, there are so many fun...
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Friday, Nov 16, 2012
All across the United States, the Friday after Thanksgiving is synonymous with great deals, crowds and all-around shopping madness. The official kickoff to the holiday shopping season, Black Friday routinely...
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Thursday, Sep 13, 2012
Halloween is supposed to be fun, but with the price of kids' costumes sky rocketing, it's hard for parents to get excited about a holiday that's going to cost big bucks. Fortunately, you can...
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Tuesday, Oct 02, 2012
Halloween is just around the corner and whether it will be a scary holiday may depend more on the weather forecast than your costume. If you're planning an evening of outdoor activities, beware of...
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Friday, Sep 09, 2011
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Halloween can be a parenting highlight, filled with fun and excitement-your kid's in an adorable (or at least witty) costume, you've got candy galore to hand out to trick-or-treaters, and perhaps...
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Thursday, Oct 04, 2012
Yes, the highlights of Thanksgiving Day are the watching the parade (and the game) and eating turkey. But this special holiday isn't just about the entertainment and the food. This year, start a new...
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Friday, Nov 16, 2012
While some shoppers live for the thrill of Black Friday, others simply do not want to deal with the stampedes or pepper spray attacks. After all, who wants to get into a fight over a PS3 at 3 a.m. before...
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Tuesday, Oct 02, 2012
Throwing a Halloween party for children is one of the best ways to make sure your kids have a safe and memorable time on All Hallows Eve. While throwing a holiday bash in your home can seem like an overwhelming...
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Wednesday, Sep 14, 2011
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On Halloween night, little goblins, ghouls, pumpkins, and ghosts take to the streets in their adorable costumes, and it's our job as parents to keep them safe, and help them have a good time! "Halloween...
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