What to ask about time off when you’re a nanny or caregiver
Here are the key questions to ask your employer about holiday, vacation or sick time off — especially whether or...
Articles by Tiffany Smith
How much to charge for babysitting
From the going babysitting rates where you live to other factors that determine a sitter's pay rate, here’s what you...
What is a babysitter?
Believe it or not, there is a difference between a babysitter and a nanny. We'll break down what babysitters do...
8 reasons why nannies quit — and what you can do about it
Nannies share common reasons why they have quit a nanny job. Here's how both families and nannies can work together...
What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency
Before leaving your child in the care of a trusted babysitter, make sure they have these key pieces of information in...
53 fun car games and activities for kids
Before you take off on your next road trip, make sure you've got a few of these car games and...
What is overnight babysitting?
As an overnight sitter, you’re hired to keep tabs on the kids all night, including during sleep hours, for parents...
Wallet-friendly senior care resources for those needing financial assistance
This list of affordable senior care resources can help you research and understand what programs and resources are available if the...
20 questions to ask at a daycare parent-teacher conference
Consider this list of questions to ask a daycare teacher before you sit down to discuss your child's progress.
Want to hire an au pair? Ask yourself these 5 questions first
Heard of au pairs but not quite sure what hiring one entails — or even if it’s the right child care solution...
11 things to bring on a nanny interview
It can take some work to find a nanny job that meets your qualifications. But once a family is interested...
7 Resume Mistakes Nannies Make
When you apply to jobs, families often ask you to bring a resume on your interview. Getting that resume right...
The Twitter Accounts Nannies and Caregivers Should Follow
Did you know that #nannylife is a popular hashtag on Twitter? That’s right, nannies and child care providers are taking over...
Interview Questions for All Types of Care Jobs
Finding the right fit should be just as important to you as it is to the family you’re interviewing for....
12 Ways to Break the Ice With Kids
When you’re starting a new babysitting or nanny job, one of the toughest things can be interacting with the kids....
5 Tricks for Staying Motivated in Your Care Job
Caregivers are a special group of individuals who often pick this career because they’re dedicated to helping people. Despite the...
5 Ways Your Care Job Could Be Better
Working in the same job for a while can be monotonous and draining. Caregiving jobs, where youre constantly tending to...
10 tips for surviving summer travel with kids
Any mom will tell you that you can’t go into a road trip on impulse. You have to have a...
Special Needs Safety Checklist
Does your family have a safety plan? And how do you keep it up to date for your babysitter, nanny,...
Moving? You’ll need this ultimate housecleaning checklist
(CLICK HERE to download our house cleaning checklist as a PDF) Moving can feel like a never-ending chore. Renters in...
Tutoring services: Is a tutoring center or private tutor best for your child?
You’ve determined that your child will need supplementary tutoring to help them realize their full potential in school. Now, you’ll...
Child care co-ops 101
A child care co-op is a popular option for budget-conscious parents with a large circle of friends. In a co-op,...
The Child Care Dictionary
As a new parent preparing to return to the work force, or a parent who just needs some time to...
The Care.com Cost of Child Care Survey: 2014 Report
Read the Care.com 2023 Cost of Care Report: This is what child care costs in 2023 $245,340. That’s how much you’ll...
10 Things to Know about Newborns
When researching our piece on “Taking Care of a Newborn,” source Jennifer Walker, an Atlanta area RN BSN and co-founder...
6 Things You Can Learn From Mary Poppins
Readers love our list of 10 Famous Nannies — and they especially love the last name on the list: Mary...
10 Things Parents Can Learn From Nannies
After years of practice, nannies become experts at child care. Not only do they learn the basics of what kids...
The Care.com 2015 Babysitter Survey Results
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgzfCZhRjUM The average babysitting rate is about $15.02 per hour, as of Care.com’s 2015 Cost of Care data. But that rate varies widely...
What Is Babysitter Sharing?
Babysitter sharing is exactly what it sounds like: It’s when families share a babysitter. As a babysitter, don’t be surprised if...
Does my child need a tutor?
Nothing sends a clearer message about your child’s education than a failing grade. Usually, there are signs that your child...
Emergency contact lists: What information do babysitters and nannies need to have?
Emergency lists are needed for just that — an emergency. As a babysitter or nanny, it’s your responsibility to be...
Tutoring certifications 101
You have a degree, the latest supplies, and you’ve spent hundreds of dollars in advertising. You know you’re the best...
The Life of a Royal Nanny
Clara Knight, Mabel Anderson, Helen Lightbody, Tiggy Legge-Bourke … do you recognize these names? They are only a few of...
Why it’s Great to Be a New York City Nanny
Why did we pick New York City? To start with, the nannies who work there are very passionate about it....
7 places to find a tutor
These days, most tutors don’t hang out a shingle, so it can be tricky to find the right one. But...
What Are Some Babysitting Tips?
Need babysitting advice? Even the most seasoned sitters need tips and advice. There are a lot of websites (like Care.com!)...
Bye, Bye, Baby: Leaving Your Baby With a Sitter For the First Time
As your social and work schedules return to normal, you’re probably going to have to have a sitter take care...
Is It Okay for Me to Quit My Babysitting Job?
In the best-case scenario, you are ending a babysitting job because you can no longer sit for the family. However,...
What Should I Do If I Can No Longer Babysit?
It’s a sad truth: Sometimes not all babysitting jobs work out. Perhaps there is an unforeseen scheduling conflict, or the...
7 Tips for Organizing Your Family Schedule
Keeping your family on track can be a full-time job. Whether you’ve got young tykes or older tweens, managing schedules...