Childcare is a necessity for a large number of working families and single parents. Fortunately, there are many options available to meet both the needs of the family and their budget. Each option comes with advantages and disadvantages. We will provide some basic...
As children get older, parents may decide that they are old enough to stay home alone. If your child has reached the legal age to stay home alone, you can get started by preparing them for this important milestone. It is important to discuss rules, expectations, and...
Choosing the right childcare provider is an important decision that working parents have to make. For many parents, unfamiliarity with childcare laws, policies, and how daycare centers work makes this task particularly difficult. Here are some guidelines to help...
Getting ready to send your child to daycare for the first time? This is a big step for many parents and their children. Do you have concerns? Is your child a little nervous? There are a few things you can do to prepare your child (and you!) for that first day of...
As children get older, they become more independent and eventually do not need childcare any longer. For parents, deciding when their child is ready to stay home alone is an important decision. Childcare is expensive, but the supervision and activities can give many...
It is said that the benefits of raising a child far outweigh the costs…but what are the costs? Parents nowadays have far more to consider when it comes to raising children in today’s culture than their parents before them. With rising healthcare costs, dwindling...
