On the Park Bench: 5 Questions with Yoselin
Originally from Venezuela, Yoselin is a lawyer, nanny, and lifelong learner. In between masters degrees and desk jobs, she has...
Child care
How my son’s gifted and talented test helped me face and heal an old shame
Although it’s almost been 20 years, I can still visualize the day I walked into my elementary school cafeteria for...
8 things I want my kids to know about being a parent
When you’re a parent, getting through each day feels a little bit like putting on a performance. I wake up...
Talking to kids about dementia: Tips you need to know
A dementia diagnosis can be troubling and confusing for family members of all ages. Here, experts offer advice on when...
The omicron variant: What we know so far
Here’s what we know about the omicron variant so far, as well as what experts are recommending to keep yourself...
Care.com 2020 Cost of Care Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
1. ELIGIBILITY NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. The Care.com 2020 Cost of Care Survey Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is...
Caregiver Spotlight: 5 Questions with Elaina
Originally from the Midwest, and now residing in the Bay Area, Elaina is a professional child caregiver with over 10...
Seattle just passed a bill of rights for domestic workers. Here’s what you need to know
Nannies, senior care providers and other household employees working in Seattle now have additional job benefits, such as meal breaks,...
Family spring break ideas for 2022, ranked from most to least risky
Want to get away with the kids (and without the COVID)? Check out this expert advice for safer spring break...
19 parents completely nail the torment that is sleep deprivation
Don't miss these funny tweets from sleep-deprived moms and dads — there isn’t enough coffee in the world!
Dad-to-be says wife is choosing a gender neutral baby name whether he likes it or not
This new dad says he might lose the right to help name his new daughter unless he agrees to his...
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 delayed: What happens now?
Here’s what we know about the delay, what progress to expect this spring and how people are reacting to the...
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
So much happened in the world this week — and the moms and dads of Twitter didn’t miss a beat. They...
The 10 best parenting tweets of the week
Once again, the fantastic moms and dads of Twitter helped the rest of us remember we are not alone on this...
The 10 best parenting tweets of the week
It’s not easy to tweet while parenting, but the moms and dads of Twitter seem to pull it off — with...
The 9 best parenting tweets of the week
The end of the school year plus a three-day weekend? You bet parents had a lot to say on Twitter...
The 9 best parenting tweets of the week
With the weather heating up (sunscreen season is upon us!) and end of year activities in full swing, parents have...
The 13 best parenting tweets of the week
With summer break in full swing for many, parents are spending a lot more time with their kids — hence,...
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
Between the end of the school year and Father’s Day, June is a great month for parents — well, it’s...
The 11 best parenting tweets of the week
If there’s one thing parents need (besides wine), it’s a good laugh. So, thank goodness for Twitter. From the downside...
The 15 best parenting tweets of the week
Besides sleep, parents are desperately in need of one thing: a good laugh. From a child’s embarrassment timeline (it’s a...
16 silly and unsavory truths about the job that is feeding kids
Parents get real (and funny) about the hardest job in the world — getting kids to eat without the fuss.
Mom cuts off visits with grandma because of secret fast food meals
This mom's choice to limit visits with a grandparent who offers too much junk food has sparked a major debate.
Mom issues urgent warning after stray hair around her baby’s toe lands him in the ER
This mom is urging parents and caregivers to be vigilant after her son ended up in the hospital with Hair...
Caffeine while breastfeeding: Will you have a wired baby?
Can you drink coffee while breastfeeding? Or a cup of tea (or three)? What caffeine is OK when nursing and...
How to plant spring flowers with kids
Planting flowers with kids in spring is a fun way to teach them about gardening and the workings of nature....
Seasonal allergies in kids: What you need to know
Experts explain the common seasonal allergy symptoms in kids so parents and caregivers know what to expect.
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 is on the way, but parents are tired of waiting
Kids under 5 are the only group not yet approved for a COVID vaccine, and parents are exhausted.
Parents’ rules for visiting their newborn are being called ‘selfish’ and over the top
New parents are facing backlash after their strict list of rules for meeting their newborn went viral.
COVID vaccines have no impact on fertility, according to new study
Recent study finds no link between the COVID vaccines and infertility issues.
6 Valentine’s Day date ideas for parents
Enjoy a much-needed night out this year with your special sweetheart and some Valentine's date ideas.
6 DIY Valentine’s Day gifts kids can make
Here are some easy Valentine's Day crafts kids can make into fun gifts for all their favorite people.
9 Valentine’s Day horror stories
Moms confess their worst Valentine's Day dating disasters and letdowns.
10 healthy snack ideas for kids that don’t taste healthy
Try these tricks and recipes for turning good-for-you ingredients into fun healthy snacks for kids.
What to look for in a babysitter: Types, traits and responsibilities
Before you search for a babysitter, familiarize with the typical babysitting types, qualities, responsibilities and duties.
Parents: 11 things to do when you’re stressed
Whether you’re the parent of a tantrum-loving toddler or an eye-rolling, rule-pushing teen, having kids can be stressful. And, obviously,...
Stressed out moms met on a field to scream, which basically sums up life right now
After two years of pandemic parenting, a group of moms met up to scream out their COVID rage.
What age do babies sleep through the night? Here’s what experts say
When can you expect your infant to sleep through the night? And how do you get them to fall and...
5 reasons to give your child an allowance
Both my husband and I discuss finances together and some of the best ways to teach our kids about money....
Mom’s viral ‘out of office’ message should be a template for every working parent right now
This mom's viral out of office reply gets real about what working parents really need to get through the pandemic.