Only-child syndrome: Real thing or unnecessary worry?
Of all the worries parents raising one kid can possibly have, here is one we can definitely release: fear of...
Child care
To Circumcise or Not? The Latest Issue in the Mommy Wars
To cut or not to cut — that is the decision that many moms of newborn boys face today. Welcome...
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...
11 Last-Minute Birthday Gifts for Kids
It’s Saturday morning and you’re going through your child’s backpack for the first time this week, pulling out sticky juice...
30 Carnival Party Ideas
Does your little one love to go to the carnival? Then throw him a carnival-themed birthday party! Thanks to websites...
7 Birthday Crafts for Kids’ Parties
Your venue is booked, the cake is ordered and the invites are sent — you’re a pro at planning your...
7 Tips for Birthday Party Planning Stress
There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing your son’s face light up with all of the fun and activities for his...
9 joint birthday party ideas kids will love
Whether you have twins, siblings who share a birthday month or besties who are set on celebrating together, joint birthday...
Should You Celebrate Half-Birthdays?
If the last birthday party you threw for your child was only a half-hearted attempt or not everyone could make...
The Best Birthday Party Helper: 15 Ways Your Sitter Can Save the Day
With each passing year, kids’ birthday parties are getting bigger and more elaborate. Gone are the simple parties that consisted...
Throwing a Kids’ Party? 20 Tips for a Successful Bash
Planning a kids’ party can be stressful, and there’s so much to consider. Where should you have it? What kind...
25 Magical Harry Potter Party Ideas
Need some magical Harry Potter party ideas to impress your little wizards? It’s not surprising that Harry Potter still casts...
5 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Car Seats
According to the experts, when it comes to car seat safety, it’s what you don’t know that can put children...
A Family Guide to Car Seat Rental
Once you have kids, travel gets a lot more complicated. You can no longer just hop in a car in...
Are Chat Rooms for Kids Safe?
While chat rooms for kids present themselves as safe places for kids to connect, are they safe? While you want...
Booster Seat Age and Weight Guidelines
After your child has been in a forward-facing car seat for a few years, you may be wondering when he...
Booster Seat Requirements: When to Make the Move and What to Buy
Booster seat requirements are enough to make any parent’s head spin, but it’s an essential part in keeping children safe...
Car Seat Expiration Dates: Everything You Need to Know
Pop quiz: What does the carton of milk in your refrigerator and the car seat in your minivan have in...
Car Seat Guidelines: Recommendations by Age and Weight
Infant seats. Convertible seats. Front-facing. Rear-facing. With so many options, choosing a car seat can be a daunting experience. What...
Car seats: How long your child needs one, and more car safety guidelines
Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death among kids in the U.S., according to the CDC. While this...
What Is a Convertible Car Seat?
If you’re an expectant or new parent, you’re probably being bombarded by impassioned, well-meaning advice from your mom, your neighbor...
10 Benefits of Being a Live-In Nanny
Have you ever thought about finding a job as a live-in nanny? It’s a great opportunity to work closely with...
7 Tips for Hiring a Live-in Special Needs Nurse
Sometimes you need help caring for a child or adult with special needs. Hiring a live-in caregiver can be a...
5 “I Love My Nanny” Stories
It’s a question every mom has asked at least once: “Is my nanny right for my family?” The woman (or...
12 Secrets Your Nanny Won’t Tell You
Ever hide little things from your boss? Well, your nanny is no different. As her employer, you can be sure that...
8 Ways to Have a Great Relationship with Your Nanny
I have two loves of my life: My husband and my nanny. She’s been with us since my son was...
Nanny Boundaries: How Close Is Too Close for a Nanny and a Family?
Employers may one day find themselves being asked a favor they feel they can’t refuse, or a nanny may have...
Here 4 Sample Schedules for Your Vacation Babysitter or Nanny
Hiring a travel nanny or babysitter during your family vacation can be the perfect way to balance time spent with...
9 Social Media Rules Your Nanny Should Follow
In the age of Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram and countless other social media outlets, sharing information has become practically instantaneous,...
5 Signs Your Child Hates the Nanny
For many families, a nanny can provide nurturing and support for children. But what do you do if your child announces...
What to Do If Your Child Hates the Nanny
If you’ve determined your child has a chemistry problem with their nanny, what should you do? Here are tips for...
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
When you’ve found an excellent caregiver, it can be hard to let them go. But like people in any other...
Oh No, My Nanny Is Leaving
It’s a day most mothers and fathers would rather not think about: The day when you have to say goodbye to...
10 Things to Do Before Deployment
As part of the mandated Family Care Plan, military parents must have a document in place stating caregiving policies while...
6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Move
This content is provided courtesy of USAA. Thinking about moving to a new home or a new part of the...
Military Families, Moving, and Stress
Military families move an average of once every three years. Next to divorce and death of a relative, experts say...
Could War Video Games be Good for Your Teen?
The summer that Nate Corizzo turned 13, he became old enough to play teen-rated video games like “Call of Duty.”...
Fertility Struggles in the Military
Lauren Westgate, 28, threw away her birth control pills the day she got married 2006, but she couldn’t start trying...
It Takes a Village: Caring for Military Families
Lila Vizzard knew precisely what to expect when her husband, Lt. Col. James Vizzard, was deployed to Afghanistan in December,...
Moving Schools Again? Get Help Transitioning Military Kids to a New School
The only constant for a military family is constant change, and school is no exception. According to the Military Child...