What To Do With Kids During Super Bowl Parties
Thursday January 31, 2008
You're planning a Super Bowl party at your house to show off that big new flat-screen TV, and you've invited several of your friends. And, yes, you've said that ... Read More
New Child Care Review, Listing Added
Tuesday January 29, 2008
Here are a couple of new child care reviews/listings that have been submitted. Remember that your reviews, child care listings and even child-related photos are now welcomed!
REVIEW: Peaceful Images ... Read More
A Party Invite Doesn't Mean Siblings Too!
Monday January 28, 2008
My friend told me about her child's birthday party over the weekend, which was wonderful in every way except for the fact that two (TWO!) different families dropped off siblings ... Read More
Lack of Backup Care Affects Employee Absenteeism
Thursday January 24, 2008
No surprise here, but a survey by Public Policy Polling showed that 80 percent of 326 workers surveyed said they have missed one to five days of work because they ... Read More
Is an 'Au Pair' the Answer?
Wednesday January 23, 2008
A reader asked me to write about au pairs, and how using one has enriched her family's life and tolerance and respect of others. Au pairs can create an ... Read More
New Standard Helps Reporting of Missing Children
Tuesday January 22, 2008
The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International today released a standard for emergency calltakers to use in handling calls pertaining to missing and exploited children. The release indicates ... Read More
Valentine Gifts That Say, 'Awwwww!'
Friday January 18, 2008
The holidays are just barely over, so how can anyone be thinking about Valentine's Day? Truth is, lots of us are. If you like to make something special ... Read More
Safety Tips to Keep in Mind When Kids are on Break from School Routine
Tuesday January 15, 2008
Just because my kids are out of school doesn't mean that my husband and I get the day off as well. For working parents, that makes the scramble for ... Read More
Ask These Quick Questions of Potential Caregivers
Sunday January 13, 2008
Spring enrollment has begun at daycare centers, and if you're considering putting your child in a child care program over the next few months, now's the time to ask these ... Read More
Winter Fun Kid Activities Abound!
Friday January 11, 2008
Sure the holidays are over, but there's plenty to do during this season of winter! From starting 2008 off on the right foot to planning fun on upcoming breaks, ... Read More
Goals Your Kids Can Set for This Year
Tuesday January 8, 2008
Goals aren't just for New Year Resolutions or adults. Here are goals your own preschoolers (or kids in your care) can set, and the goals aren't dependent on a ... Read More
Submit a Child Care Review, Listing this New Year!
Monday January 7, 2008
The search for child care just got easier! Read about what others say about providers or submit your own review about a child care facility you like (or don't). ... Read More
Helping Your Child Adjust to Daycare
Friday January 4, 2008
Most of us get nervous about change, and kids are no different. Whether it's a first-time daycare experience, a switch to a different provider, or even a move to ... Read More
Caregivers Can Help Child with 'New Baby' Blues
Thursday January 3, 2008
Of course your child is ecstatic over the happy addition of a new baby brother or sister ... right? Well, to be perfectly honest, probably not, at least some ... Read More