9 ways to support domestic workers’ fight for fair work
There are over 2 million domestic workers across the United States employed part- or full-time to provide families with valuable...
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How white parents can teach their kids to be anti-racist
In the wake of millions of people taking to the streets to protest police brutality against Black Americans — the...
Talking to kids about job loss: What to say and how to say it
If you or your partner has been laid off or furloughed from your place of employment, you’re far from alone:...
What experts say parents should prepare now in case you get sick with COVID-19
If it feels like the global pandemic and its wide sweeping effects have turned your life upside down, you’re not...
Caregivers: 6 smart things to do right now for your post-pandemic job search
If you’re a professional caregiver, nanny or sitter who has recently lost work as a result of state-issued “stay-at-home” orders...
The 10 best pacifiers, according to parents and experts
Whether you call it a binkie, a pacie or a dummy, many parents report that finding the pacifier that appealed...
When child care can’t be cancelled: How one doctor and nanny have adapted for coronavirus
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, parents are juggling everything from remote work to homeschooling their kids to keeping...
School’s out for COVID-19: How parents are navigating the impending child care crisis
Parents are accustomed to school and day care closures due to blizzards and other extreme weather events, but trying to...
Your nanny is pregnant: What to know about nanny maternity leave
Do nannies get maternity leave? Yes. Here's how to prepare for the transition as an employer.
How to talk to kids about coronavirus
Whether your child is afraid of getting their flu shot or has been coming down with one bug after the...
7 common disagreements between parents and grandparents — and how to resolve them
Studies have shown that grandparents can positively impact their grandkids’ nutrition and mental health. While many parents acknowledge these benefits...
Finally, a debate question on child care: Here’s how candidates (and Twitter) responded
Despite the fact that there’s a child care crisis facing many families around the country, four presidential debates have been...
7 in 10 parents knowingly send a sick child to school, according to a new poll
With a new school year comes renewed fears of germs swirling around classrooms and being passed from kid to kid,...
Screen time could be the drug-free mood-booster every person with dementia needs
Anyone who has cared for a senior with dementia and its accompanying negative moods — from confusion to anger, sadness...
Baby concussion or just a bump on the head? Here’s how to tell
No matter how watchful a parent or caregiver you are, accidents happen, and it’s possible that an accident may involve...
On the Park Bench: This babysitter sets her sights on helping future generations
As many sitters know, being the weekend babysitter can be a bit like being the special guest on a long-running...
On the Park Bench: How an artistic caretaker fuels kids’ imaginations
Over the years, Crystal Williamson has found success in a variety of jobs, including working retail at the Salvation Army...
On the Park Bench: How this nanny turns everyday tasks into adventure and fun
In a previous chapter of her career, Laura V., a classically trained French chef, spent hours serving up decadent dishes. But...