Sara Ipatenco, Author at Care.com Resources

Articles by Sara Ipatenco

Looking for picnic games that will keep the kids entertained before, during and after the meal? We've got you covered.

When you're expecting — and even before — folic acid is key. These yummy foods will make sure you're getting...

Looking to stockpile a bunch of games for 5-year-olds? Smart thinking! Start with this list of fun, creative and educational...

Here's some solid inspiration for good Russian boy names and Russian girl names and what they mean.

It’s a question every mom has asked at least once: “Is my nanny right for my family?” The woman (or...

You’ve planned your night out down to the last detail. You’re ready to go when the babysitter arrives, but wait...

Do you want to earn extra cash, but still want the flexibility to stay home with your kids? Many jobs...

Breast milk for sale might sound a bit odd, but milk sharing actually dates back many centuries. You’ve probably heard...

Many nursing moms experience breast leaking as a normal, but often annoying, part of the nursing process. Though it’s almost...

Your 5-year-old has likely started kindergarten, and he can dress himself, draw simple pictures and write his own name. Between...

Dogs love treats just as much as humans love their snacks. But just like how it’s usually healthier (and more...

In the blink of an eye, your baby has gone from rolling over and sitting up to walking, running and...

Have you noticed your otherwise healthy child isn’t as fast to run after the ball or takes forever to remember...

When you think of a fun family activity, do you see the money literally flying out of your wallet? Here...

Children love water, and they love to get wet. Water balloon games are the perfect way to indulge their love...

A solid father-daughter relationship is essential for the mental health and well-being of a little girl as she grows up....

Is your dog a big howler? There are actually a variety of reasons why your pet may be making this...

Do you live in a small space but still dream of owning a dog? It’s possible, you just have to...

Designer dog breeds may sound glamorous, but a “designer dog” — or hybrid dog — just means a dog whose...

You’ve made it past the terrible twos! Now you have an energetic 3-year-old on your hands. Invoke her imagination with...

Itty bitty fingernails and toenails painted with baby nail polish looks adorable, and those bright colors can even come in...