Amy Aitman, Author at Care.com Resources

Articles by Amy Aitman

Most dogs love a good snooze on the couch, but some love to be inside more than others. Here are...

Mucus in dog poop is very common; however, sometimes it warrants a trip to the vet. Here's what you need...

Learn top reasons why dogs lick their paws and get helpful tips from experts to address this behavior.

Experts help break down uncontrollable crying in kids — what causes it and how to help soothe kids through it.

Is your child in what’s called the “terrible twos” or is she just a typical toddler? Who says the twos...

Has your dog been scratching a lot more than usual recently? Perhaps you even found some little red bumps on...

You discover your little guy with a super muddy face. He’s been digging through and eating the dirt again. Why...

Need some magical Harry Potter party ideas to impress your little wizards? It’s not surprising that Harry Potter still casts...

You probably think that puppies are adorable, but you might change your tune if you had to be responsible for...

Your best friend deserves a special treat, so why not whip up a batch of homemade dog cookies? This way,...

A 3-year-old enjoys all the world has to offer and wants to soak it all in. With your little one...

You’ve faced the terrible twos and witnessed many surges of wild energy and sudden outbursts of emotion, but how do...

There is a truly special bond between dogs and kids, but not every kid gets to have her own dog....

Why do cats have whiskers? Not many people realize the full purpose and functionality of these long hairs. Cat whiskers...

Treibball is taking over local parks and backyards everywhere. It’s a fun sport you and your dog will enjoy playing....

Do you have a little one on the way? Congratulations! If you’ve always been an avid runner and are worried...

It’s that time of the week again. You’re dropping your kids off at your ex’s with great intentions about giving...

Babies love bath time. But don’t put your little one in a baby bath seat. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety...

The free range parenting movement is nothing new — but what exactly is it? Is it letting your kids get...

Have you always wanted to know how to build a treehouse? Imagine summer nights spent camping out with your kids...

Hives in children are no fun for anyone. Your little one is itchy, uncomfortable and irritable, and you’re worried the...

It may be hard to imagine your newborn doing anything but sleeping and eating, but he’ll be moving and grooving...