Toddler tantrums and antics: 5 tips for parents managing the ‘terrible twos’
It seems like just yesterday I had a sweet little baby, all smiles and coos. Sure, he cried and pooped a lot — and those round-the-clock feedings nearly did me in — but at least he never threw himself howling onto the ground because I wouldn’t let him dip his... more
How much does Medicaid pay for assisted living?
For many seniors, making the switch to assisted living can come with a host of challenges — not the least of which is how to pay for it. After all, a private, one-bedroom apartment in an assisted living facility costs a median of $4,000 per month in the... more
Is an after-school child care job right for you?
I found my first after-school child care position when I was taking morning classes for my degree and working odd lunchtime hours for another family. I knew I needed some extra income, but many jobs I considered couldn’t fit into my schedule. Fortunately, I found a family who needed an... more
Comparing home health services: Home health care vs. home care
Caring for an aging parent or relative isn’t always easy physically or emotionally. But with the average U.S. life expectancy up to age 79 in 2013 — compared to 68 in 1950 — it’s increasingly becoming the new normal for families to be raising kids and taking care of... more
Car seats: How long your child needs one and more car safety guidelines
Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death among kids in the U.S., according to the CDC. While this is an alarming fact, the good news is that child restraints can reduce injuries and fatalities by more than 70 percent, says the Academy of American Pediatrics (AAP). So... more
How to feed a baby who won’t eat: 10 easy tips
Your baby has been eyeing your food with interest for a while now and may have even tried to grab it. But when you finally get the blessing from your doctor to introduce solids and do so, they spit it out immediately. Perhaps you’ve tried several different foods now and... more
6 tips for being a great after-school sitter
If you’re considering finding a gig as an after-school sitter, it’s important not to underestimate the amount of work a role like this requires. Not only are you picking kids up from school and getting them home safely, but you’re often the snack prepper, homework helper, activity chauffeur and playmate... more
4 ways to solve the summer child care challenge
After bouncing around between a number of nannies and babysitters for my 2-year-old son, I’d finally found a great preschool with an opening in the spring. Hooray! No more juggling of care providers — just a steady schedule of learning and socialization for my little one so I could finally... more
Puppy stages: A week-by-week guide to caring for a newborn puppy
There are few things more magical than watching a puppy grow. If you’re really in on all the action from day one, you’ll watch in awe as they open their eyes, carefully (and sometimes not so carefully) explore the environment around them with their nose and gradually grow into those... more