How to interview nannies for a nanny share
When interviewing nanny share candidates, the stakes are high because your new employee will be responsible for keeping multiple kids...
Articles by Jerriann Sullivan
How single parents navigate summer child care challenges
There are lots of things to love about summer: Warmer temperatures, beach days, and barbecues are a few things that...
The summer child care challenge: making it work on a budget
Summertime means fun and games — but that usually comes at a price. Between all the camps and lessons and...
Setting up your nanny share: The 10 most common mistakes to avoid
Read about these real life experiences from families in nanny shares so you can avoid any errors or mishaps that...
In-home care vs. assisted living: What’s best for your family?
Adults don’t all age the same way at the same time, so having an open and honest conversation with the...
Learn how to craft a great nanny share contract
Nanny shares can get complicated because multiple families are involved. But having a nanny share contract can keep everyone on...
Cities vs. Suburbs: Where Can American Parents Save the Most Money?
Figuring out where our families will live and grow is arguably one of the most exciting parts of “adulting.” (Let’s...
New Book Box for Kids Is a Parent’s Dream Come True
Two best friends and major book lovers have created a new subscription service that parents everywhere will love. Instead of...
The 10 Best Cities in America to Raise the Next Rock Star
You never know where the next music star is going to come from. But now, thanks to a new report...
Easiest Cities to Find Caregivers With Autism Experience in the U.S.
Finding the right child care for your son or daughter is already a daunting task in and of itself. But,...
The Senior Care Dictionary: 128 Words and Acronyms You Need to Know
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 47.8 million people age 65 and older in the United States in...
Massive Recalls of Tyson and Chef Boyardee Products Due to Undeclared Allergens
Two giant food companies recently issued massive recalls for chicken and pasta products. The Tyson Recall — What You Need to...
You’re Going to Love This Rescue Dog and Her Tiny Human
Rescue dog Nora and her tiny human Archie are officially our new #BestFriendGoals. The adorable pair loves adventures and playtime,...
Study: Sleep Plays a Huge Role in Preventing Childhood Obesity
We all feel better after a good night’s rest, but sleep is so crucial for our children that they can...
School Board Member Dressed in Blackface Raises Questions About Community Standards
A school board member in Arkansas is receiving criticism in his town and online after photos surfaced that showed him in...
Research Shows Childhood Autism Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy
A new study shows that low levels of vitamin D in pregnant women play a crucial role in determining whether...
Our 4-Year-Olds Are Watching…and They’re Picking up on Our Biases
While most parents watch what they say around kids, it turns out that our nonverbal signals are just as powerful...
The Disadvantages Our Kids Face in Preschool Predict Their Future Struggles, Study Shows
Disadvantages children face when they’re just 3 years old can accurately predict the types of problems they’ll face as adults,...
Children Are More Likely to Pack on Pounds When Parents See Them as Overweight
It turns out that whether your child is overweight or not has less to do with their actual weight gain,...
Police Warn of the ‘Can You Hear Me?’ Phone Scam
It’s common to hear someone say “Can you hear me?” on a phone call, but police are warning the public about...
Chrissy Teigen Responds to Cruel Comments About IVF
In addition to being a famous model, chef and TV hostess, Chrissy Teigen is known for shutting down hateful comments...
This Woman Just Became a Great-Great-Great Grandmother at 92
Recently, a 92-year-old woman was lucky enough to become a great-great-great grandmother, a title that’s so rare that her family...
10-Year-Old Invented Device That Could Save Babies in Hot Cars
A 10-year-old Texas boy was inspired to invent a device that could help children forgotten in hot cars from heat-related...
Must Read: 90-Year-Old Offers Tips on How to Cure Loneliness
Loneliness can creep into our lives at any moment. But it’s an especially common part of life for seniors, which...
This Virus Causes the Same Effects as Zika — and Is Way More Common
Megan Giddens, a social worker from Orlando, FL, remembers how she felt when she was diagnosed with a little-known virus,...
These Tiny Diapers Were Created for the World’s Smallest Babies
Babies born prematurely face various issues other newborns don’t – like infections and feeding problems. But they also have to...
New Program Helps Parents Cope With Fussy Babies
The joy of bringing your new baby into the world can quickly become overshadowed by baby’s less pleasant moods. Parents...
8 Person Kidney Chain Saves 4 Lives, Including Police Officer’s
A “chain” of kidney donations involving eight people helped save the lives of four individuals including a police officer from...
George Clooney Gushes About Twins With Wife Amal
First-time dad George Clooney recently opened up about expecting twins with wife Amal Clooney, and it’s pretty adorable. “We are...
80-Year-Old Grandma Explains Why Video Games Are Her Favorite
Being social and challenging the mind are two ways we can keep our brains young and help ward off Alzheimer’s. The task has...
Seniors and Kids Thrive When Day Care and Nursing Home Combine
A care facility in Seattle, Washington is helping the youngest and oldest humans receive the special attention both groups need....
This Abandoned Dog Now Has a Full-Time Job at a Gas Station
World, meet Negão, an abandoned pup who is now a full-time gas station employee with a loving family. The older...
Pack Your Bags: Jimmy Buffett-Inspired Margaritaville Retirement Community Is Happening
If you love flip flips, shrimp, and sponge cake year-round we’ve got great news. Finally, you can make all of your...
Kids Who Do Chores Are More Successful Later in Life
Making their bed and setting the table might seem like small tasks, but by having kids complete chores, parents are...
Pediatricians: ‘Congress Needs to Pass Paid Leave Act for Families’
More than 66,000 doctors from the American Academy of Pediatrics (A.A.P.) and the Pediatric Policy Council (P.P.C.) want employees across the...
This Mom and Her 7-Year-Old Create Amazing Disney Photos
A single photo sparked a special family tradition that involves elaborate Disney-themed photo shoots of 7-year-old Layla Courts. “We took...
How a Photo Helped This Dad Discover His Son’s Cancer
A cell phone camera’s flash recently helped one father in the UK detect something off about his son, eventually leading...
Michael Bublé’s 3-Year-Old ‘Doing Very Well’ After Cancer Treatment
Famous singer Michael Bublé understandably asked for privacy last year when the world found out his son was diagnosed with...
Dad Helps Other Kids After 3D-Printing Bionic Arm for Infant Son
A father revolutionized the world of prosthetics after his son was forced to have an arm amputated 10 days after he...
You Have to See This ‘Rapunzel Baby’ and Her Amazing Hair
Hair envy: we’ve all felt it. Whether your hair is straight, curly, wavy, etc., chances are good that you’ve admired another’s...