There are five things you need to outline in your estate plan to protect your children. You may think estate planning is just for the very rich or the very old. It’s not. Whether you have young children or aging parents, a traditional or non-traditional family, a large house or a small car, you should […]
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How to Handle Sick Days and Vacation Days for Nannies
While it’s true that having a nanny offers much more flexibility and convenience than most other childcare arrangements, there are still times when you might still need backup childcare. It’s easy enough to coordinate your vacation time with your nanny since that’s typically scheduled far enough in advance. But what about when she calls in […]
How Much to Pay a Babysitter?
It’s hard to know how much exactly you should be paying your babysitter. From the number of kids to the responsibilities, there are so many factors to take into consideration! Here are some things to keep in mind when setting a price.
Skin Care for Kids: What to Use and What to Avoid
When we talk about our organs, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Heart? Lungs? Maybe even the brain! It’s easy to forget that the one organ we see everyday falls into that category. All hail the SKIN.
Don’t Let the Time Change Scare You! How to “Fall Back” without Fuss
After the tricking and treating, Halloween night is over, and the kids are in bed; the clocks will rewind one hour. November 1, 2020, is when daylight saving time ends.
These Are the Advantages of Farm Life for Kids
For some of us – those who dwell in the city and the suburbs – thinking about life on a farm comes with bucolic images of sunny days, lush fields, and happy animals. But contrary to that idealized vision, as any farmer will tell you, life on today’s farm is far more nuanced and complicated […]
All You Need to Know about Potty Training Toddlers
Toilet training is a major milestone for your toddler – and for you! It is no wonder there are so many questions and concerns that arise on this topic.
5 Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving is sandwiched between two of the biggest holidays of the year. Harvest decorations are initially pulled out with All Hallows Eve in mind. By the time the tricking and treating are over, every store from New York City to Los Angeles is fully stocked with Christmas cheer. The unfortunate holiday that typically gets the […]