Blog Archive

September 2019

The Most Creative Rainy Day Games for Kids

by Kyla Dewar  •  September 11, 2019

July 2019

Kid-Friendly Activities for Every Day of the Summer

by Kyla Dewar  •  July 17, 2019

June 2019

How to Become a Successful Babysitter in 2019

by Guest Writer  •  June 20, 2019

February 2019

Tips on finding a babysitter for Valentine's day

by Kyla Dewar  •  February 12, 2019

July 2017

What Is a Nanny Share? Everything You Need to Know

by Martha Scully  •  July 14, 2017

February 2017

How to Determine The Length of a Time-Out

by Craig Sutton  •  February 02, 2017

January 2017

Top Parenting News: CDC Predicts Bad Flu Season; Dismantling Obamacare; Crowdfunding to Help Maternity Leave Problem and More

by Craig Sutton  •  January 16, 2017

The Parenting News You May Have Missed Over The Holidays

by Craig Sutton  •  January 09, 2017

December 2016

Top Parenting News: Best Parenting Photos of 2016, Suggestions for Trump's Paid Maternity Plan, Handling ADHD Over the Holidays and More!

by Craig Sutton  •  December 23, 2016

10 of the Greatest Outdoor Winter Activities That Kids Love!

by Craig Sutton  •  December 22, 2016

Top Parenting News: Ivanka Trump Presses Congress on Child Care; The One State with Affordable Child Care; Zika Outbreak In Texas and More!

by Craig Sutton  •  December 16, 2016

Top Parenting News: IKEA Offering Paid Parental Leave, Zika Outbreak in New York City and more!

by Craig Sutton  •  December 09, 2016

Parenting & Child Care News Roundup | Dec 2, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  December 02, 2016

November 2016

Parenting & Child Care News Roundup | Nov. 25, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  November 25, 2016

How Will Donald Trump Affect Child Care, Senior Care, Maternity Leave and Abortion?

by Craig Sutton  •  November 23, 2016

The Trick to Balancing Work & Motherhood | Parenting News Roundup November 18, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  November 18, 2016

How to Crowdfund Your Maternity Leave

by Craig Sutton  •  November 12, 2016

Trump’s Family Leave Proposal & Abortion Ban & more in this Week’s Parenting News Roundup

by Craig Sutton  •  November 11, 2016

Adele Reveals her Struggles with Postpartum Depression & More in This Weeks Parenting News Roundup

by Craig Sutton  •  November 04, 2016

October 2016

Live-in Nanny: Job Description, Requirements & Expectations

by Martha Scully  •  October 29, 2016

Don't Miss This Weeks Top Parenting & Child Care News Roundup | Oct 28, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  October 28, 2016

5 Things Not To Do on Social Media While Babysitting

by Martha Scully  •  October 26, 2016

How to Find The Right After-School Babysitter for Your Needs

by Martha Scully  •  October 25, 2016

The Weeks Top Parenting & Child Care News | Parenting News Roundup Oct 21, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  October 21, 2016

Be Sure to Discuss These 10 Things With Potential Nannies & Sitters

by Martha Scully  •  October 18, 2016

The Growing Popularity of Moms Taking Late Life Maternity Leave to Care for their Teens | Parenting News Roundup

by Craig Sutton  •  October 14, 2016

2016's Top 10 Halloween Costumes for Kids, Adults & Pets Too!

by Martha Scully  •  October 10, 2016

Co-working Spaces for Mompreneurs with Child Care: Why Didn't Anybody Think of This Sooner? -This Weeks Parenting News Roundup

by Craig Sutton  •  October 07, 2016

September 2016

Why it’s Hard to Find Affordable Childcare & More Top Parenting News from the Past Week

by Craig Sutton  •  September 30, 2016

We Love Our Nanny! How to Keep Her with Kids in School Now?

by Martha Scully  •  September 26, 2016

Flying With Children? Check Out These 10 Tips First!

by Martha Scully  •  September 24, 2016

Why Depression During Pregnancy Could Mean Diabetes & More Parenting News from the Past Week

by Craig Sutton  •  September 23, 2016

6 Things You Should Think About When Choosing a Midwife

by Martha Scully  •  September 21, 2016

8 Tips for Making Healthy After School Snacks Kids Will Love!

by Martha Scully  •  September 19, 2016

Parenting News Round-Up: The Secret To Balancing Work And Motherhood, Will Trump’s Paid Maternity Leave & Childcare Tax Credits Close The Gender Pay Gap? and more

by Craig Sutton  •  September 16, 2016

A Brief History of the Nanny in America

by Martha Scully  •  September 14, 2016

How to Set Up a Homework Zone for Children

by Martha Scully  •  September 12, 2016

Parenting News: The Importance of Valuing Early Childhood Educators & 6 More Top Stories from the Past Week

by Craig Sutton  •  September 09, 2016

Back to School: How to Get the Kids Back in the Groove

by Martha Scully  •  September 07, 2016

5 Best Books to Read to Children & Why You Should

by Martha Scully  •  September 06, 2016

Happiest Dads Spend More Time with Their Kids & More Top Parenting News of the Week

by Craig Sutton  •  September 02, 2016

Getting There on Time with Kids- The Struggle Is Real!

by Martha Scully  •  September 01, 2016

August 2016

Fitness at Home: The Most Powerful Workouts for Busy Moms [VIDEOS]

by Martha Scully  •  August 31, 2016

The Real Cost of Staying Home with Your Kids: Is it Really Cheaper Than Paying for Childcare?

by Martha Scully  •  August 30, 2016

Why Do Parents Continue to Leave Children Alone in Cars on Hot Days?

by Martha Scully  •  August 30, 2016

Top Parenting News Including: New Study Shows Grandma's Health Benefits from Babysitting

by Craig Sutton  •  August 26, 2016

What Parents Need To Know About The Zika Virus

by Martha Scully  •  August 25, 2016

What Every Nanny Should Know About The Reference Letter

by Martha Scully  •  August 23, 2016

Top 5 Ways to Raise Healthy and Fit Kids

by Martha Scully  •  August 22, 2016

Best 5 Apps to Keep Kids Entertained on a Road Trip

by Martha Scully  •  August 22, 2016

Top Parenting News: How our Modern Obsession with Pregnancy is Just Another Attempt to Control Women’s Bodies & 8 Others Stories

by Craig Sutton  •  August 19, 2016

America's Top 6 Daytime TV Shows

by Craig Sutton  •  August 18, 2016

4 Factors To Consider When Choosing Your Pediatrician

by Martha Scully  •  August 16, 2016

3 Tips Moms Returning to School Should Know

by Martha Scully  •  August 15, 2016

US Olympian Medals 17 Months After Giving Birth! Top Parenting News Stories - August 12, 2016

by Martha Scully  •  August 12, 2016

How Rising Child Care Costs Are Impacting Families

by Martha Scully  •  August 10, 2016

Maternity Leave: What Can the U.S. Learn from Canada?

by Martha Scully  •  August 07, 2016

This Week's Top Parenting News Round-Up - August 5, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  August 05, 2016

10 Important Rules Every New Babysitter Should Know

by Martha Scully  •  August 02, 2016

July 2016

The Weeks Top Parenting & Child Care News You May Have Missed - July 29th, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  July 29, 2016

Are Babysitting Certifications Important? Which Ones Should Sitters Have?

by Martha Scully  •  July 28, 2016

Busting Myths About Food You Can Eat During Pregnancy & More Parenting News

by Craig Sutton  •  July 27, 2016

10 Things Men Should Know About Dating Single Mothers

by Craig Sutton  •  July 26, 2016

Parenting & Child Care News Round-Up - July 26, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  July 26, 2016

Parenting & Child Care News Round-Up - July 25, 2016

by Craig Sutton  •  July 25, 2016

How Important is Exercise for Toddlers?

by Martha Scully  •  July 22, 2016

My Kids Are Scared of the Police. What Should I Do?

by Martha Scully  •  July 21, 2016

6 Fantastically Fun Activities for Babysitters and Kids

by Martha Scully  •  July 18, 2016

10 Certifications to Make You a Better Nanny & Earn Higher Wages

by Martha Scully  •  July 14, 2016

How to Find a Babysitter When You're on Vacation [6 Ways]

by Martha Scully  •  July 13, 2016

The 8 Most Useful Gadgets for Parents with Babies

by Martha Scully  •  July 06, 2016

How to Avoid Online Scams & Safely Use Nanny Sites

by Martha Scully  •  July 05, 2016

How to Prepare An Emergency Contact List for your Babysitter

by Martha Scully  •  July 04, 2016

June 2016

The 8 Nanny Background Checks You Need To Be Doing

by Martha Scully  •  June 23, 2016

How to Find a Nanny to Help You Get The Most Out of Your Summer!

by Craig Sutton  •  June 17, 2016

May 2016

At What Age Can a Child Be Left Alone?

by Martha Scully  •  May 06, 2016

April 2016

What Are The Most Important Responsibilities of a Babysitter?

by Martha Scully  •  April 11, 2016

February 2016

How to Get a Great Babysitter for Valentine's Day

by Martha Scully  •  February 02, 2016

January 2016

What Not To Do When Applying for Babysitter Jobs

by Martha Scully  •  January 23, 2016

On-the-Job Texting

by Kathy Green  •  January 04, 2016

Babysitters and Cleaning

by Kathy Green  •  January 01, 2016

August 2015

9 Ways to Help Your Children Get Ready For the New School Year

by Kathy Green  •  August 19, 2015

End of Summer Blues

by Kathy Green  •  August 10, 2015

May 2015

Keep Ticks From Bugging You This Summer

by Kathy Green  •  May 25, 2015

8 Desirable Certifications for Baby Sitters

by Kathy Green  •  May 19, 2015

April 2015

Recognize Your Special Nanny

by Kathy Green  •  April 29, 2015

Find a Great Summer Sitter

by Kathy Green  •  April 21, 2015

Tips for Transitioning to a New Nanny or Babysitter

by Kathy Green  •  April 14, 2015

March 2015

Nanny Agency

by John Philip Green  •  March 05, 2015

What is an Au Pair?

by John Philip Green  •  March 05, 2015

Pets, Children and Prosocial Behaviour

by Kathy Green  •  March 04, 2015

January 2015

The Right Way to Praise Children

by Kathy Green  •  January 29, 2015

Boost Brainpower In the Classroom

by Kathy Green  •  January 14, 2015

July 2014

Natural Sunburn Solutions

by Kathy Green  •  July 15, 2014

March 2014

Children Not Listening? Yelling is Not the Answer!

by Kathy Green  •  March 25, 2014

Night Terrors and Children

by Kathy Green  •  March 18, 2014

February 2014

Top 10 Qualities of a Great Nanny

by Kathy Green  •  February 25, 2014

Children and Nail Biting: Should We be Worried?

by Kathy Green  •  February 04, 2014

January 2014

The Nanny Portfolio - a Definite Hiring Asset

by Kathy Green  •  January 10, 2014

December 2013

Giving Too Much to Our Children?

by Kathy Green  •  December 09, 2013