Child Care for Injured Kids
Tuesday January 30, 2007
I hadn't thought about this topic until my oldest son pretty much shattered his ankle in a sports-related accident this past week. All of a sudden, things I took ... Read More
Why Oh Why Do Kids Ask Why?
Monday January 29, 2007
It's been one of those weeks where my younger kids are questioning everything...and I do mean an onslaught of "why," and "when" and "how" and "what" and even the "if ... Read More
10 Things Child Care Providers Want YOU To Know!
Thursday January 25, 2007
It's a new year, and a great opportunity for child care providers and parents alike to forge strong relationships and partner successfully with caring for and raising kids. Here ... Read More
What to Ask a Prospective Child Care Provider
Tuesday January 23, 2007
So, you think you've found "the one" (no, not spouse, but a child care provider)? Before you seal the deal, be sure to ask these top questions of a ... Read More
Choosing Child Care After a Break
Monday January 22, 2007
A parent has written me about finding quality child care for her young child after choosing to stay home with him for the first year. She's already admitted she's ... Read More
Winter Fun for Kids
Thursday January 18, 2007
The weather outside is truly frightful, and the fire inside is really delightful, so that means kids in my home are getting stir-crazy! It's almost, but not quite, time ... Read More
Morning Madness Tips
Wednesday January 17, 2007
My kids and I haven't yet gotten back into the whole morning madness kid routine where everyone is out the door, on time, with teeth and hair brushed, clothes on ... Read More
When Relatives Are Your Child's Caregiver
Tuesday January 16, 2007
Sometimes the arrangement is beyond perfect: parents can save considerable costs and feel more comfortable by having a relative act as a caregiver for their child and grandma ... Read More
Ask Supernanny: What Every Parent Wants to Know
Thursday January 11, 2007
If you've ever felt you are totally at wit's end when it comes to maintaining control, order and good behavior from your young kids, then consider the book Ask Supernanny: ... Read More
Don't Forget About Child and Child Care Credits on Tax Filing!
Wednesday January 10, 2007
I had blogged earlier about whether you need to worry about paying employment taxes on your babysitter. Now, it's time for a friendly reminder about child and child care ... Read More
Should You Pay Employment Taxes for Your Babysitter?
Tuesday January 9, 2007
It's the first of the year, which also means thoughts are turning to tax preparation for the 2006 year. A top question of many families each year is whether ... Read More
New Year Activities for Kids
Thursday January 4, 2007
By now, you've heard the greeting, "Happy New Year!" a few too many times and perhaps are even getting used to writing 2007 on checks and other correspondence. Help ... Read More
10 Resolutions for Parents
Monday January 1, 2007
Happy 2007 to everyone! It is truly going to be a wonderful year, I can just feel it! One of my personal resolutions for 2007, one that should ... Read More