Alaina Brandenburger, Author at Care.com Resources

Articles by Alaina Brandenburger

Get the kids excited for their first day with these back-to-school movies — there's something here for everyone!

Do you tip a babysitter beyond their hourly rate? Here are a few situations where the experts recommend going above...

Make the fall holiday even more fun this year by incorporating a little Halloween history for kids, as well as...

Turn on the TV, and you’ll realize many of our favorite characters are so busy getting into trouble and silly...

While a well-tailored suit and button-down are expected attire when applying for a job at an investment bank, it’s not...

The main difference between a live-in nanny and an au pair is that a nanny is a professional child care...

When you’ve found an excellent caregiver, it can be hard to let them go. But like people in any other...

Training dogs is the most effective way to ensure that they behave most of the time. Yet many people do...

While everyone wants a sparkling house, getting there can be…well, a chore. For working and stay-at-home moms alike, jam-packed schedules...

When you own or care for a dog, it is imperative that your pet gets enough daily exercise and socializing....

When you are traveling, it can be comforting and fun to take your pets along with you. But while many...