Child Care: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Needs of the Many Considered
You've spent countless hours researching caregivers and child care options, only to find the perfect fit for your family. But the feeling isn't mutual, it seems, after you receive notice that your child is being terminated due to behavioral, academic or even fundamental philisophical concerns. Child providers are entitled to release kids from care, and more and more centers and even in-home providers are doing it to provide a more successful operation overall.
You've spent countless hours researching caregivers and child care options, only to find the perfect fit for your family. But the feeling isn't mutual, it seems, after you receive notice that your child is being terminated due to behavioral, academic or even fundamental philisophical concerns. Child providers are entitled to release kids from care, and more and more centers and even in-home providers are doing it to provide a more successful operation overall.
The Pros and Cons of Nannycams
A growing number of parents are using surveillance devices to ensure that their child's caregiver is performing the job hired to do. There are pros and cons about utilizing such a device; but if your decision is to acquire one, there are plenty of options.
A growing number of parents are using surveillance devices to ensure that their child's caregiver is performing the job hired to do. There are pros and cons about utilizing such a device; but if your decision is to acquire one, there are plenty of options.
biting child
What can a parent do to stop the destructive habit of a biting child?
What can a parent do to stop the destructive habit of a biting child?
Picking The Right Backpack
Some children's backpacks are cute and colorful. Other designs tout ergonomic designs and comfort. What should you look for when choosing your child's backpack?
Some children's backpacks are cute and colorful. Other designs tout ergonomic designs and comfort. What should you look for when choosing your child's backpack?
Biting Child
What can a parent do to stop the destructive, painful and socially unacceptable child behavior of a biting child?
What can a parent do to stop the destructive, painful and socially unacceptable child behavior of a biting child?
Daycare Costs Vary
Cost is always a factor when choosing childcare, so how much can parents expect to pay if they choose a daycare center?
Cost is always a factor when choosing childcare, so how much can parents expect to pay if they choose a daycare center?
babysitter pay
How much is the going rate for babysitters?
How much is the going rate for babysitters?
Caregiver Answers to Questions
You've decided what your looking for in a daycare or child care setting. Now, ask your potential provider these 12 questions to determine whether it's the right fit for you and your family.
You've decided what your looking for in a daycare or child care setting. Now, ask your potential provider these 12 questions to determine whether it's the right fit for you and your family.
Be Sure Needs Are Met
You like the location and accept the established rate. What other questions should you ask before making a decision regarding a child care center for your kid? Here are 10 top questions to ask in determining whether the child care provider choice is right for you and your family.
You like the location and accept the established rate. What other questions should you ask before making a decision regarding a child care center for your kid? Here are 10 top questions to ask in determining whether the child care provider choice is right for you and your family.
What to Ask a Babysitter
Before you choose your child's babysitter, consider these all-important questions to ask to feel comfortable and confident in leaving your youngster under someone else's care.
Before you choose your child's babysitter, consider these all-important questions to ask to feel comfortable and confident in leaving your youngster under someone else's care.
Bed Time Tips
Your children have their own beds. So, why won't they stay in them all night? Here are some tips for helping the transition to bedtime a more smooth one.
Your children have their own beds. So, why won't they stay in them all night? Here are some tips for helping the transition to bedtime a more smooth one.
kid goals
Goals aren't just for New Year Resolutions. Help your preschooler set goals to grow by this year!
Goals aren't just for New Year Resolutions. Help your preschooler set goals to grow by this year!
Think Unique, Fun, and Useful!
Forget the coffee mug. Resist candy. If you're looking for a creative gift idea for your kid's teacher to celebrate the end of the school year, summer care, a special holiday or occasion, or just to say "thank you," consider these practical and personal suggestions for teacher gifts!
Forget the coffee mug. Resist candy. If you're looking for a creative gift idea for your kid's teacher to celebrate the end of the school year, summer care, a special holiday or occasion, or just to say "thank you," consider these practical and personal suggestions for teacher gifts!
Seats Provide Safety Restraint
"Boost for Life" is the awareness theme being used for urging parents to use child safety booster seats for children in the four-to-eight year range. Statistics show that the majority of kids who should be riding in booster seats aren't.
"Boost for Life" is the awareness theme being used for urging parents to use child safety booster seats for children in the four-to-eight year range. Statistics show that the majority of kids who should be riding in booster seats aren't.
Terrible Twos And More
Toddler behavior like temper tantrums, fits, and all-around bad behavior can make a toddler seem like the boss. Here are ways to help toddlers overcome the terrible terrors of misbehaviors.
Toddler behavior like temper tantrums, fits, and all-around bad behavior can make a toddler seem like the boss. Here are ways to help toddlers overcome the terrible terrors of misbehaviors.
Parent-Child Relationships
Building a positive relationship between parent and child is one that requires work and effort. Here are 10 simple ways to enhance the bond between parent and child.
Building a positive relationship between parent and child is one that requires work and effort. Here are 10 simple ways to enhance the bond between parent and child.
Quality Child Care Abounds
Quality child care abounds in most areas: the key is knowing where to look and what to look for. An important first step is determining what type of child care is right for your family. Quality child care options can include day care, in-home child care, nannies, au pairs, pre-school, and even you as the provider. Check out these options!
Quality child care abounds in most areas: the key is knowing where to look and what to look for. An important first step is determining what type of child care is right for your family. Quality child care options can include day care, in-home child care, nannies, au pairs, pre-school, and even you as the provider. Check out these options!
Reference Questions
Before you tell a babysitter or child care provider she's got the job of watching your precious tot, be sure to take the time to ask for and then check out references. Here are things to consider when interviewing references.
Before you tell a babysitter or child care provider she's got the job of watching your precious tot, be sure to take the time to ask for and then check out references. Here are things to consider when interviewing references.
July fun
Here are some fun things to do and safety/health items to keep aware of in the month of July at child care or while home with the family!
Here are some fun things to do and safety/health items to keep aware of in the month of July at child care or while home with the family!
16 Questions for Daycare
In shopping for a quality daycare, what questions should you ask? Parents should be able to make an informed choice about a caregiver service with these 16 questions.
In shopping for a quality daycare, what questions should you ask? Parents should be able to make an informed choice about a caregiver service with these 16 questions.
Mother's Helper Assists Mom
What is a mother's helper and is the job different than that of a babysitter or in-home care provider? The answer is yes. Learn what a Mother's Helper does.
What is a mother's helper and is the job different than that of a babysitter or in-home care provider? The answer is yes. Learn what a Mother's Helper does.
dropandrun
Many day care centers cater to busy parents who need to "drop and go" in terms of leaving their kids at care. But more parents than ever have adopted the sneaky "drop and run" technique of leaving a sick kid with a caregiver and running out the door before it's noticed that the child is ill.
Many day care centers cater to busy parents who need to "drop and go" in terms of leaving their kids at care. But more parents than ever have adopted the sneaky "drop and run" technique of leaving a sick kid with a caregiver and running out the door before it's noticed that the child is ill.
Potty Training and Daycare
Potty training a child who attends daycare or is under the occasional care of a caregiver other than a parent requires a team effort. Often, it is the very fact that a child is around other kids in underwear in a care setting that serves to motivate a young child to use the potty. The key is for parents and providers to work together and be consistent. Here are communication tips to make potty training a successful team effort.
Potty training a child who attends daycare or is under the occasional care of a caregiver other than a parent requires a team effort. Often, it is the very fact that a child is around other kids in underwear in a care setting that serves to motivate a young child to use the potty. The key is for parents and providers to work together and be consistent. Here are communication tips to make potty training a successful team effort.
readiness
What preschool education skills are important for a youngster to learn and do they necessarily help a child to be more prepared to enter kindergarten? Does being in a preschool education program promote school readiness? These questions are often asked by anxious parents, but the answer by many child care experts is that, "it depends."
What preschool education skills are important for a youngster to learn and do they necessarily help a child to be more prepared to enter kindergarten? Does being in a preschool education program promote school readiness? These questions are often asked by anxious parents, but the answer by many child care experts is that, "it depends."
Child Care Is Serious Business
Child care is a profession, not "just" a baby-sitting service. And, as a business, there are certain things that the care professionals would like everyone to know. Here are 10 things the rest of us need to know about child care providers.
Child care is a profession, not "just" a baby-sitting service. And, as a business, there are certain things that the care professionals would like everyone to know. Here are 10 things the rest of us need to know about child care providers.
Child Care Trends
Child care is changing, and most agree it is for the best. What are some of the latest trends in child care and what should parents be looking for when making an all-important child care decision?
Child care is changing, and most agree it is for the best. What are some of the latest trends in child care and what should parents be looking for when making an all-important child care decision?
Teen Babysitters
Babysitting can be a good way to make money for teenagers, and offers flexibility in terms of hours of locations. Here are tips on what to do to get the job ... and a return sitting gig as well!
Babysitting can be a good way to make money for teenagers, and offers flexibility in terms of hours of locations. Here are tips on what to do to get the job ... and a return sitting gig as well!
Wrong Reasons to Choose Care
Many parents pick the wrong child care, or even type of care, and then wonder why their child is unhappy. Avoid these pitfalls when choosing care for your child, and everyone in the family will be happier because of it.
Many parents pick the wrong child care, or even type of care, and then wonder why their child is unhappy. Avoid these pitfalls when choosing care for your child, and everyone in the family will be happier because of it.
Tantrums Part of Growing Up
Nothing makes a parent cringe more than toddler meltdowns--especially when they occur in public or at the most opportune times (is there ever a good time?). Here are ways to combat and minimize brat attacks in their tracks.
Nothing makes a parent cringe more than toddler meltdowns--especially when they occur in public or at the most opportune times (is there ever a good time?). Here are ways to combat and minimize brat attacks in their tracks.
Consistency is the Key
Effective discipline is a constant challenge that all parents and anyone who works around kids face. Figuring out the best tactic for an effective disciplinary approach varies from parent to parent. Every kid also responds differently as well, making discipline in itself difficult! Here are some techniques to help you decide approach and then practice what you pick!
Effective discipline is a constant challenge that all parents and anyone who works around kids face. Figuring out the best tactic for an effective disciplinary approach varies from parent to parent. Every kid also responds differently as well, making discipline in itself difficult! Here are some techniques to help you decide approach and then practice what you pick!
Child Care - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Child Care guide site.
An index of QuickTips for the Child Care guide site.
Child Manners
Children today are generally less respectful and demonstrate less good manners than children of previous generations. Teaching a child manners is important so that kids learn respect and tolerance in a diverse world, while at the same time able to succeed socially in any situation. Here are tips for getting started.
Children today are generally less respectful and demonstrate less good manners than children of previous generations. Teaching a child manners is important so that kids learn respect and tolerance in a diverse world, while at the same time able to succeed socially in any situation. Here are tips for getting started.
Child Care On A Budget
Many care providers charge a supply fee each year for children; others factor in materials into their weekly or monthly costs. But supplies are expensive, and whether it is a separate fee or not, smart shopping is imperative to make those dollars stretch as far as possible. And parents can--and should--help out as well. Here are some tips for saving money on a daycare budget.
Many care providers charge a supply fee each year for children; others factor in materials into their weekly or monthly costs. But supplies are expensive, and whether it is a separate fee or not, smart shopping is imperative to make those dollars stretch as far as possible. And parents can--and should--help out as well. Here are some tips for saving money on a daycare budget.
drop-in care
Craving for an evening out with your spouse without kids? Or, did the babysitter call in sick an hour before she's due at your home? More and more families are opting for a guilt-free and cancel-proof option of using drop-in child care. As a result, centers are prospering and may be popping up at a location near you!
Craving for an evening out with your spouse without kids? Or, did the babysitter call in sick an hour before she's due at your home? More and more families are opting for a guilt-free and cancel-proof option of using drop-in child care. As a result, centers are prospering and may be popping up at a location near you!
tablemanners
Holiday occasions, weddings, anniversary and adult celebrations, and other social events often call for well-behaved, polite and proper-acting children. But parents often in err in somehow assuming their kids will just "know" the right way to act and that they will follow appropriate table manners. Wrong! Teach your kids about etiquette no-no's and table expectations so that they'll make you proud at the next big outing. Here are basics to cover with your youngsters.
Holiday occasions, weddings, anniversary and adult celebrations, and other social events often call for well-behaved, polite and proper-acting children. But parents often in err in somehow assuming their kids will just "know" the right way to act and that they will follow appropriate table manners. Wrong! Teach your kids about etiquette no-no's and table expectations so that they'll make you proud at the next big outing. Here are basics to cover with your youngsters.
Slumber Party Ideas
Slumber parties are a rite of passage for growing up with many kids, and having a successful sleepover requires some preparation and planning on the part of parents.
Slumber parties are a rite of passage for growing up with many kids, and having a successful sleepover requires some preparation and planning on the part of parents.
Child Care Provider
Nobody said finding a child care provider who is right for your family would be easy. But with so many choices out there, there is bound to be an child care provider option that is right for you and your family. Here are quality child care options to consider and considerations to narrow the search.
Nobody said finding a child care provider who is right for your family would be easy. But with so many choices out there, there is bound to be an child care provider option that is right for you and your family. Here are quality child care options to consider and considerations to narrow the search.
onlinebabysitter
The use of online babysitting services is a growing trend as harried parents become more comfortable with services found over the Internet. Who would have ever thought that Mary Poppins could be but a "click" away?
The use of online babysitting services is a growing trend as harried parents become more comfortable with services found over the Internet. Who would have ever thought that Mary Poppins could be but a "click" away?
After-School Care
Now that your child is in school, choosing the best after-school care program can make a tremendous difference in academic performance and self-esteem.
Now that your child is in school, choosing the best after-school care program can make a tremendous difference in academic performance and self-esteem.
Bad Babysitter
Short of using a monitoring system or nannycam that truly captures all activities throughout the home, how do parents really know if the babysitter they've hired to watch their kid is doing a good job? Here are telltale signs to watch for you need to find someone else to watch your kids.
Short of using a monitoring system or nannycam that truly captures all activities throughout the home, how do parents really know if the babysitter they've hired to watch their kid is doing a good job? Here are telltale signs to watch for you need to find someone else to watch your kids.
Pros and Cons to Decisions
Waiting a year to enter start school can help benefit kids throughout the rest of their school years, right? Experts are mixed and their pros and cons to both decisions. In the end, parents typically know best.
Waiting a year to enter start school can help benefit kids throughout the rest of their school years, right? Experts are mixed and their pros and cons to both decisions. In the end, parents typically know best.
Find Ways To Limit Back-Talk
Talking back is one of those unacceptable child behaviors that unfortunately seems to becoming more common. How do you get it under control...and fast?
Talking back is one of those unacceptable child behaviors that unfortunately seems to becoming more common. How do you get it under control...and fast?
Reading Activities for Kids
Reading should never be a bore! Reading activities can be built into part of summer's fun activities...parents, child care providers, and day care centers just need to be creative on how reading activities are built into the day!
Reading should never be a bore! Reading activities can be built into part of summer's fun activities...parents, child care providers, and day care centers just need to be creative on how reading activities are built into the day!
11 Ways To Say Thanks!
You absolutely love your child's caregiver or teacher and want to give him or her something to show your gratitude. But, what can you give that will express your appreciation without breaking the bank? Luckily, the choices are seemingly unlimited. Just remember, a kind word and a big hug from your child is all your child's caregiver really craves. Everything else is just, and pardon the cliche, icing on the cake!
You absolutely love your child's caregiver or teacher and want to give him or her something to show your gratitude. But, what can you give that will express your appreciation without breaking the bank? Luckily, the choices are seemingly unlimited. Just remember, a kind word and a big hug from your child is all your child's caregiver really craves. Everything else is just, and pardon the cliche, icing on the cake!
Babysitter guidance
Regardless of whether you work inside or outside the home, occasions exist when a babysitter is necessary. The teen down the street is anxious to earn some extra cash, but is she right for your child? Or, is the retiree a better option? Here are some tips to help you choose a sitter that will result in a safe outing for all.
Regardless of whether you work inside or outside the home, occasions exist when a babysitter is necessary. The teen down the street is anxious to earn some extra cash, but is she right for your child? Or, is the retiree a better option? Here are some tips to help you choose a sitter that will result in a safe outing for all.
Child Tax Credit
The April 15 deadline to file tax returns is not the only time parents should think about taxes and credits. But, surprisingly, child tax credits, child and dependent care credits, and earned income tax credits intended to ease the tax parents of families that parents sometimes forget. Don't be one of them.
The April 15 deadline to file tax returns is not the only time parents should think about taxes and credits. But, surprisingly, child tax credits, child and dependent care credits, and earned income tax credits intended to ease the tax parents of families that parents sometimes forget. Don't be one of them.
childcareloans
Annual child care costs are typically higher than the average amount families spend on groceries each year, according to the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. What this means that families are struggling to afford any child care--much less high-end or highly-desired care options. A new national program is helping parents to afford the programs they really want.
Annual child care costs are typically higher than the average amount families spend on groceries each year, according to the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. What this means that families are struggling to afford any child care--much less high-end or highly-desired care options. A new national program is helping parents to afford the programs they really want.
Childcare Expense Poll
Childcare Expense Poll Current Surve
Childcare Expense Poll Current Surve
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Kid Fighting Gets Attention
Kids fighting is a child behavior that is listed at the top of undesirable child behaviors. But the child behavior of fighting is common; the key is to know how to deal with and not let it turn into bullying or something worse.
Kids fighting is a child behavior that is listed at the top of undesirable child behaviors. But the child behavior of fighting is common; the key is to know how to deal with and not let it turn into bullying or something worse.
Fire Safety and Fun CAN Occur
Fire safety does not necessarily need to be a serious or scary topic for kids. The key is for the kids to learn how to escape from a fire safety; not to become scared of being in a fire. By tailoring activities and lessons to the age of the child, lessons can still be taught...while kids have fun in the process.
Fire safety does not necessarily need to be a serious or scary topic for kids. The key is for the kids to learn how to escape from a fire safety; not to become scared of being in a fire. By tailoring activities and lessons to the age of the child, lessons can still be taught...while kids have fun in the process.
Don't Expect Mary Poppins
Employing a nanny, au pair, or long-term babysitter in your home is an increasingly popular choice with families. No longer are nannies just for the rich and famous; many middle-class families are choosing this type of care option for greater convenience, safety, and job flexibility.
Employing a nanny, au pair, or long-term babysitter in your home is an increasingly popular choice with families. No longer are nannies just for the rich and famous; many middle-class families are choosing this type of care option for greater convenience, safety, and job flexibility.
Define Quality Child Care
Perhaps you were a lucky one who took the summer off or an extended break from work and didn't require child care services. Or, maybe your pre-schooler had a non-traditional care setting at a camp or enrichment setting (or even family help) that is coming to the end. With a change in routine and care arrangements looming, have you and your family adequately prepared for quality child care services?
Perhaps you were a lucky one who took the summer off or an extended break from work and didn't require child care services. Or, maybe your pre-schooler had a non-traditional care setting at a camp or enrichment setting (or even family help) that is coming to the end. With a change in routine and care arrangements looming, have you and your family adequately prepared for quality child care services?
Use Age When Picking Backpack
Purchasing a backpack is easy. Finding the appropriate one based on the age and size of your child is more of a challenge.
Purchasing a backpack is easy. Finding the appropriate one based on the age and size of your child is more of a challenge.
Preparation & Attitude Needed
Getting kids up and ready for the day is one of the chief laments of stressed parents. Do toddlers dawdling, kids not eating, wardrobe fights, and tears and outbursts sound like your morning routine...at least on occasion? Here are ways to de-stress your start of every day.
Getting kids up and ready for the day is one of the chief laments of stressed parents. Do toddlers dawdling, kids not eating, wardrobe fights, and tears and outbursts sound like your morning routine...at least on occasion? Here are ways to de-stress your start of every day.
Daycare Choices
Choosing a quality day care program that is right for your child can be a challenge. There are so many options--each with different philosophies, structure, staffing, programs, costs and hours. How do you make an informed decision?
Choosing a quality day care program that is right for your child can be a challenge. There are so many options--each with different philosophies, structure, staffing, programs, costs and hours. How do you make an informed decision?
Toy Donations Bring Smiles
Kids outgrow toys as they change and grow, but gently-loved toys are always appreciated by those less fortunate. Other key toy donation times include following Christmas and birthdays, when duplicate or unwanted/underappreciated toys and items are sometimes received. But before you send them off to charity, please be sure that the toys are worthy of sharing and are in guarantee of a smile on a child's face.
Kids outgrow toys as they change and grow, but gently-loved toys are always appreciated by those less fortunate. Other key toy donation times include following Christmas and birthdays, when duplicate or unwanted/underappreciated toys and items are sometimes received. But before you send them off to charity, please be sure that the toys are worthy of sharing and are in guarantee of a smile on a child's face.
readwritereviews
Choosing child care gets easier when you can read about parent reviews about what they think is good (or not). Read about the opinions of others, or write your own child care review for posting. Early childhood educators can also provide courtesy listings of their facilities for inclusion on a state map for easy reference.
Choosing child care gets easier when you can read about parent reviews about what they think is good (or not). Read about the opinions of others, or write your own child care review for posting. Early childhood educators can also provide courtesy listings of their facilities for inclusion on a state map for easy reference.
Planning & Preparation Are Key
Child care providers, teachers and parents alike should partner together to teach children of all ages, and especially youngsters, about fire safety. Here are 10 tips for teaching fire safety for kids.
Child care providers, teachers and parents alike should partner together to teach children of all ages, and especially youngsters, about fire safety. Here are 10 tips for teaching fire safety for kids.
Revisit Care Options Often
What better time than now to revisit your child's caregiver and child care setting to ensure your choice remains what is best for your child and your family?
What better time than now to revisit your child's caregiver and child care setting to ensure your choice remains what is best for your child and your family?
6 Weeks Typically Earliest Age
How old should your infant be before being placed in daycare or a child care setting?
How old should your infant be before being placed in daycare or a child care setting?
Array Of Activities Available
Summertime sometimes presents a dilemna for working parents on how to safely and affordably entertain their children and provide them with often sought-after enrichment activities as well. What are some great ideas for some summer fun?
Summertime sometimes presents a dilemna for working parents on how to safely and affordably entertain their children and provide them with often sought-after enrichment activities as well. What are some great ideas for some summer fun?
daycare questions
Still deciding on daycares? Ask yourself these five quick questions to help you choose.
Still deciding on daycares? Ask yourself these five quick questions to help you choose.
picking child care
So, you and your spouse have agreed that child care is needed. So, why is it so difficult to find the right match with your family needs? Here are tips for finding child care you're happy with.
So, you and your spouse have agreed that child care is needed. So, why is it so difficult to find the right match with your family needs? Here are tips for finding child care you're happy with.
best sitter
How do you know that the babysitter you've picked will provide quality care? Before you leave your kids under someone else's care, review these signs you've got the best babysitter.
How do you know that the babysitter you've picked will provide quality care? Before you leave your kids under someone else's care, review these signs you've got the best babysitter.
potty training
Reaching the decision to begin potty training is the easy part. The tougher one is tackling it successfully so the end result pleases both parent and child. Here are some tried-and-true tips.
Reaching the decision to begin potty training is the easy part. The tougher one is tackling it successfully so the end result pleases both parent and child. Here are some tried-and-true tips.
Nanny
Mary Poppins she's not. What exactly is a nanny and what job responsibilities does she perform?
Mary Poppins she's not. What exactly is a nanny and what job responsibilities does she perform?
Valid Safety Concerns Noted
Finding good quality child care isn't always easy, especially with a parent highly concerned about safety (and who isn't nowadays?). Providers offer suggestions.
Finding good quality child care isn't always easy, especially with a parent highly concerned about safety (and who isn't nowadays?). Providers offer suggestions.
kids left in cars
When temperatures rise, so does the the likelihood of kids accidentally left behind in a carseat and dying from heat exhaustion. Parents and relatives aren't the only ones who forget their youngsters; child care providers have also accidentally left kids behind.
When temperatures rise, so does the the likelihood of kids accidentally left behind in a carseat and dying from heat exhaustion. Parents and relatives aren't the only ones who forget their youngsters; child care providers have also accidentally left kids behind.
Plan Now for Backups
All parents of small children should have a back-up plan for childcare but chances are you don’t think about that plan until the crisis hits. Taking time to develop a response for such unexpected situations can ease your mind and reduce your stress level if the unthinkable does occur.
All parents of small children should have a back-up plan for childcare but chances are you don’t think about that plan until the crisis hits. Taking time to develop a response for such unexpected situations can ease your mind and reduce your stress level if the unthinkable does occur.
Head Lice Treatments Are Easy
Head lice - Schools and child care settings are prime opportunities for head lice. And while head lice sound disgusting, the probably is high that a great majority of kids will have the unfortunate experience of being infested with them at least during their school years. Luckily, they are pretty easy to treat.
Head lice - Schools and child care settings are prime opportunities for head lice. And while head lice sound disgusting, the probably is high that a great majority of kids will have the unfortunate experience of being infested with them at least during their school years. Luckily, they are pretty easy to treat.
Teach Kids Appreciation Early
Good manners is something that should be emphasized by parents and child care providers alike, and it's never too soon to start. Teaching kids to give thanks by writing thank you notes is a gesture that should be taught, and kids should understand that expressing gratitude is a part of opening presents.
Good manners is something that should be emphasized by parents and child care providers alike, and it's never too soon to start. Teaching kids to give thanks by writing thank you notes is a gesture that should be taught, and kids should understand that expressing gratitude is a part of opening presents.
childcare websites
Here is a top listing of child care-related web sites, with practical information for both parents and child care providers.
Here is a top listing of child care-related web sites, with practical information for both parents and child care providers.
Finding Childcare on Vacation
Finding child care while on vacation or out of town can be somewhat...well, scary! How do you really know your kids will be taken care of properly and kept happy and safe?
Finding child care while on vacation or out of town can be somewhat...well, scary! How do you really know your kids will be taken care of properly and kept happy and safe?
school bullies
The "queens of mean" doesn't just apply to teenagers or adult divas any longer. Meanness is showing its ugly head in pre-schools and classrooms. If your kid is the target of teasing, gossip, school bullies, or exclusion, what can you do?
The "queens of mean" doesn't just apply to teenagers or adult divas any longer. Meanness is showing its ugly head in pre-schools and classrooms. If your kid is the target of teasing, gossip, school bullies, or exclusion, what can you do?
Child Care Costs
Does the cost of child care seem high to you? Often, you get what you pay for, and finding high quality child care that also meets your budget can be found.
Does the cost of child care seem high to you? Often, you get what you pay for, and finding high quality child care that also meets your budget can be found.
IEP
When it comes to assessments and special services, IEP is a term commonly used. What exactly does [i]Individualized Education Program [/i] mean and how could it apply to your child?
When it comes to assessments and special services, IEP is a term commonly used. What exactly does [i]Individualized Education Program [/i] mean and how could it apply to your child?
Grandparents
Grandparents should be honored for their knowledge and guidance throughout the year, not just on Grandparents Day. Families should cultivate relationships between grandparents and grandchildren, strengthen intergenerational activities, and honor grandparents for their knowledge and support.
Grandparents should be honored for their knowledge and guidance throughout the year, not just on Grandparents Day. Families should cultivate relationships between grandparents and grandchildren, strengthen intergenerational activities, and honor grandparents for their knowledge and support.
Kid Care Options Differ
Why not bring your child to work...at least on occasion? There are pros and cons to taking this step, and here are some good reasons to go ahead and try it!
Why not bring your child to work...at least on occasion? There are pros and cons to taking this step, and here are some good reasons to go ahead and try it!
Quick Questions to Ask
Whether it's an Parents Day Out offering, a church-based part-time care preschool program, or choosing a full-time daycare for your child, picking the right care setting takes time. Here are some quick questions to ask to get you thinking about the right answer!
Whether it's an Parents Day Out offering, a church-based part-time care preschool program, or choosing a full-time daycare for your child, picking the right care setting takes time. Here are some quick questions to ask to get you thinking about the right answer!
Kids of Character
It’s never too early to begin teaching children how to be caring, confident, self-aware and respectful of those around them. That’s why we have a curriculum called “Kids of Character” to teach children (from preschool on) the fundamentals of character building, including: teamwork, kindness, honesty, citizenship, responsibility and respect.
It’s never too early to begin teaching children how to be caring, confident, self-aware and respectful of those around them. That’s why we have a curriculum called “Kids of Character” to teach children (from preschool on) the fundamentals of character building, including: teamwork, kindness, honesty, citizenship, responsibility and respect.
child care crisis
When parents work, [link url=http://childcare.about.com/cs/daycarecenters/ht/daycare.htm]quality child care[/link] is a necessity. The sticker shock of daycare can leave new parents reeling. For for families with more than one child, child care can eat up one salary, leaving parents wondering both working is worth it. Without that second salary, however, dreams such as a house and new car may not be obtainable.
When parents work, [link url=http://childcare.about.com/cs/daycarecenters/ht/daycare.htm]quality child care[/link] is a necessity. The sticker shock of daycare can leave new parents reeling. For for families with more than one child, child care can eat up one salary, leaving parents wondering both working is worth it. Without that second salary, however, dreams such as a house and new car may not be obtainable.
Fun Is Where You Look
Free fun is good and in the times such as school breaks, summer months, planned group activities and anyone looking to save some money, free fun is really great! What can care providers or parents do with their kids that is educational, enriching, and is good ol' FREE fun? The answers are most likely in your own community.
Free fun is good and in the times such as school breaks, summer months, planned group activities and anyone looking to save some money, free fun is really great! What can care providers or parents do with their kids that is educational, enriching, and is good ol' FREE fun? The answers are most likely in your own community.
Feeling Ready
We all feel anxious when put in a new situation, and starting your child in a new daycare is no different. Parents can help alleviate some of the jitters that are normal in a new environment by following these tips.
We all feel anxious when put in a new situation, and starting your child in a new daycare is no different. Parents can help alleviate some of the jitters that are normal in a new environment by following these tips.
Swimmer's Ear and Kids
Your kid swam and splashed. Now, she's complaining her ear hurts. It could be [i]Swimmer's Ear,[/i] a painful infection that happens when water becomes trapped in the ear canal.
Your kid swam and splashed. Now, she's complaining her ear hurts. It could be [i]Swimmer's Ear,[/i] a painful infection that happens when water becomes trapped in the ear canal.
Do Benefits Outweigh Costs?
If your house is the preferred hang-out, the title may come with the extra cost of feeding the neighborhood kids along with extra consideration in providing supervision and esssentially child care. Do the pros of knowing where your kid is and what he's doing outweigh the extra costs associated with friends? Here are thoughts on this topic.
If your house is the preferred hang-out, the title may come with the extra cost of feeding the neighborhood kids along with extra consideration in providing supervision and esssentially child care. Do the pros of knowing where your kid is and what he's doing outweigh the extra costs associated with friends? Here are thoughts on this topic.
Fun with Kids
School's out ... now what? The summer months can present fun opportunities for travel, camps, and time with kids. It can also be stressful for families, especially with too many (or not enough) things to do and places to go. Here are tips for having a stress-free summer!
School's out ... now what? The summer months can present fun opportunities for travel, camps, and time with kids. It can also be stressful for families, especially with too many (or not enough) things to do and places to go. Here are tips for having a stress-free summer!
Study Details Disparities
A difference of a few miles can mean whether a child has access to a high-quality, state-funded preschool program such as Head Start, according to a new study by the National Institute for Early Education Research. The complete report is available online.
A difference of a few miles can mean whether a child has access to a high-quality, state-funded preschool program such as Head Start, according to a new study by the National Institute for Early Education Research. The complete report is available online.
packlunch
Before you pack your child's lunch, teachers and child care providers urge you to consider these issues first!
Before you pack your child's lunch, teachers and child care providers urge you to consider these issues first!
Should Kid Change Centers?
"My child is not adjusting to his/her new day care setting. What should I do?" This is a fairly comment concern voiced by parents. Child care providers offer advice.
"My child is not adjusting to his/her new day care setting. What should I do?" This is a fairly comment concern voiced by parents. Child care providers offer advice.
Family Child Care
There are so many options to consider when choosing child care, and family child care remains a preferred choice with many parents. Here are reasons why in-home care can be a right solution for your child.
There are so many options to consider when choosing child care, and family child care remains a preferred choice with many parents. Here are reasons why in-home care can be a right solution for your child.
Self Awareness Crosses Line
Most kids at a certain stage of develop discover their penis or vagina, otherwise referred to as "privates." While the self-discovery and sometimes fascination of private parts is a very natural step in becoming aware of body parts and functions and is much like playing with fingers and toes, the behavior is still not condoned when in a child care setting. What to do?
Most kids at a certain stage of develop discover their penis or vagina, otherwise referred to as "privates." While the self-discovery and sometimes fascination of private parts is a very natural step in becoming aware of body parts and functions and is much like playing with fingers and toes, the behavior is still not condoned when in a child care setting. What to do?
Employers and Child Care
Employers CAN help support the cost of child care, and often it doesn't cost them a dime. Here are ways to ask your employer to help.
Employers CAN help support the cost of child care, and often it doesn't cost them a dime. Here are ways to ask your employer to help.
au pair definition
What is an Au Pair and what is the term's origin?
What is an Au Pair and what is the term's origin?
Dads and Child Care
Dad's today are more apt to want to be involved with their children in others ways than coaching sports teams and being the financial breadwinner. At the same time, dads are facing longer hours at work. What can be done to help dads become more connected with their kids?
Dad's today are more apt to want to be involved with their children in others ways than coaching sports teams and being the financial breadwinner. At the same time, dads are facing longer hours at work. What can be done to help dads become more connected with their kids?
When Goodbyes Are Hard To Do
Many young kids become anxious or even extremely upset over the notion of separating from their parents to go to day care or school. What's a parent to do?
Many young kids become anxious or even extremely upset over the notion of separating from their parents to go to day care or school. What's a parent to do?
Create Memories For Kids
Your child's class is exchanging token gifts for a special occasion or holiday, or your kid's care provider, coach or teacher wants each parent to contribute something special to be placed in a goodie bag. What can you do and how much should you spend? With a little creativity, you can create a memorable gift from the heart without spending much dough. Here are gift ideas for under $5 each.
Your child's class is exchanging token gifts for a special occasion or holiday, or your kid's care provider, coach or teacher wants each parent to contribute something special to be placed in a goodie bag. What can you do and how much should you spend? With a little creativity, you can create a memorable gift from the heart without spending much dough. Here are gift ideas for under $5 each.
Fast Reaction Can Save Tooth
Child care providers, coaches and parents alike: take note! What do you do when a child chips or knocks out a tooth? Here are important steps to take to try and minimize the damage.
Child care providers, coaches and parents alike: take note! What do you do when a child chips or knocks out a tooth? Here are important steps to take to try and minimize the damage.
Kid Chores and Family
Giving kids chores can help teach responsibility and make them feel more valuable and involved in the family. Don't let chores become a negative issue or something to fight about by following these tips.
Giving kids chores can help teach responsibility and make them feel more valuable and involved in the family. Don't let chores become a negative issue or something to fight about by following these tips.
Safety Tips Should Be Taught
Not a week goes by when there is not a news report or alert concerning an abducted or missing youngster. What safety tips can parents do to help ensure their loved one is out of danger?
Not a week goes by when there is not a news report or alert concerning an abducted or missing youngster. What safety tips can parents do to help ensure their loved one is out of danger?
Keep Swimmer's Ear at Bay
Preventative ear drops can be purchased at most stores in the health section. Or, you can inexpensively make your own.
Preventative ear drops can be purchased at most stores in the health section. Or, you can inexpensively make your own.
Don't Leave Kids Unattended
You're just dashing in to pick up a jug of milk, so there's no harm in leaving your child in the car for a minute...right? Wrong! For various reasons, hundreds of kids each year are involved in potentially fatally accidents when left unattended in a vehicle.
You're just dashing in to pick up a jug of milk, so there's no harm in leaving your child in the car for a minute...right? Wrong! For various reasons, hundreds of kids each year are involved in potentially fatally accidents when left unattended in a vehicle.
Making Right Choice Not Easy
Choosing a preschool that's right for your child and your family may not be as easy as you think. The right preschool can help children to be better equipped for school by the time they reach kindergarten. But "right" may mean different things to different children. What should you consider before making this important decision? And where can you get help?
Choosing a preschool that's right for your child and your family may not be as easy as you think. The right preschool can help children to be better equipped for school by the time they reach kindergarten. But "right" may mean different things to different children. What should you consider before making this important decision? And where can you get help?
Lack of Credentials A Concern
Does your daycare have the state-required child care license? Is it current? Check and be sure.
Does your daycare have the state-required child care license? Is it current? Check and be sure.
Volunteer Together!
You and your family CAN make a positive difference when you volunteer together. Small children can be just as helpful as older ones; the key is to choose an age-appropriate volunteer activity.
You and your family CAN make a positive difference when you volunteer together. Small children can be just as helpful as older ones; the key is to choose an age-appropriate volunteer activity.
Parent Involvement Wanted
Student achievement and confidence are closely tied to positive parental involvement in a student's education. So, how do you get involved? Easily. Here's how.
Student achievement and confidence are closely tied to positive parental involvement in a student's education. So, how do you get involved? Easily. Here's how.
How Sick Is Too Sick
Your youngster says he doesn't feel good. But is your sick kid well enough to go to school or be around other youngsters? How do you know? What symptoms should you look for in your sick kid?
Your youngster says he doesn't feel good. But is your sick kid well enough to go to school or be around other youngsters? How do you know? What symptoms should you look for in your sick kid?
La Petite Monsanto
Parent review of La Petite Academy Monsanto Child Development Center, Creve Coeur, MO (near St. Louis)
Parent review of La Petite Academy Monsanto Child Development Center, Creve Coeur, MO (near St. Louis)
Accommodations Can Be Made
How does a child care provider accommodate a kid with an injury? It's important that parents and providers have a common understanding about health and safety during a child's recovery time.
How does a child care provider accommodate a kid with an injury? It's important that parents and providers have a common understanding about health and safety during a child's recovery time.
Hand Washing is Rule 101
There are many good health habits adults can teach kids to help minimize the spreading of germs. The healthy habits should begin at home and then reinforced at a child's care setting or school.
There are many good health habits adults can teach kids to help minimize the spreading of germs. The healthy habits should begin at home and then reinforced at a child's care setting or school.
Parent Teacher Conference
Talking with your child's teacher by scheduling a parent teacher conference in a non-threatening, non-hurried setting is the best way to find out information that can enhance your child's learning and growth.
Talking with your child's teacher by scheduling a parent teacher conference in a non-threatening, non-hurried setting is the best way to find out information that can enhance your child's learning and growth.
Child Safety and School Year
Back to school and child safety are two key thoughts on every parents mind in the fall. Motorists should heed special school zones, watch for school buses, and parents, educators and providers alike should team up to make sure safety practices are followed to keep children out of harm's way.
Back to school and child safety are two key thoughts on every parents mind in the fall. Motorists should heed special school zones, watch for school buses, and parents, educators and providers alike should team up to make sure safety practices are followed to keep children out of harm's way.
Early Education Values
Early childhood education research shows that even very young children have an enormous capacity for learning. Experts typically agree that a structured learning environment can help youngsters to develop necessary skills to succeed in school and in life. Having that, many parents continue to estimate the benefits of early education.
Early childhood education research shows that even very young children have an enormous capacity for learning. Experts typically agree that a structured learning environment can help youngsters to develop necessary skills to succeed in school and in life. Having that, many parents continue to estimate the benefits of early education.
Family Time
Are family members becoming like strangers, meeting each other coming and going on a daily basis? Here are ways to reclaim quality family time.
Are family members becoming like strangers, meeting each other coming and going on a daily basis? Here are ways to reclaim quality family time.
Sitters and Taxes
Are families accountable for paying in Social Security, Medicare taxes and to file IRS Schedule H for teenage babysitters? The IRS has an answer to that.
Are families accountable for paying in Social Security, Medicare taxes and to file IRS Schedule H for teenage babysitters? The IRS has an answer to that.
Child Care
What exactly is daycare for kids and how is it different than other types of care options?
What exactly is daycare for kids and how is it different than other types of care options?
Common Term is Pink Eye
Pinkeye is a common childhood ailment and is contagious. What is it exactly and what causes it?
Pinkeye is a common childhood ailment and is contagious. What is it exactly and what causes it?
badbehaviors
No kid is a perfect angel all the time, but there are certain behaviors that aren't acceptable or appropriate at child care! Here are behaviors to put a stop to...now!
No kid is a perfect angel all the time, but there are certain behaviors that aren't acceptable or appropriate at child care! Here are behaviors to put a stop to...now!
Caregiver Love Meter
Special occasions are not the only time child providers can utilize to promote their adoration for kids in their care. Caregivers can show their lovin' feeling toward their charges through special notes, attaboys (and attagirls), photo creations, and other memorable keepsakes. Here are top ways to show kids you care. And, parents, take note: these ideas work just as great for creative ways to tell your own kids you love 'em!
Special occasions are not the only time child providers can utilize to promote their adoration for kids in their care. Caregivers can show their lovin' feeling toward their charges through special notes, attaboys (and attagirls), photo creations, and other memorable keepsakes. Here are top ways to show kids you care. And, parents, take note: these ideas work just as great for creative ways to tell your own kids you love 'em!
Role Differs from Babysitter
What is a [b]Mother's Helper[/b] and how does the role differ than that of a babysitter or in-home provider?
What is a [b]Mother's Helper[/b] and how does the role differ than that of a babysitter or in-home provider?
indoor water dangers
Did you know that even 1 inch of water can pose danger to children? Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children, and half the cases happen in bathtubs. Here are water safety tips to consider.
Did you know that even 1 inch of water can pose danger to children? Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children, and half the cases happen in bathtubs. Here are water safety tips to consider.
Self-Esteem in Kids
How can parents help to build a child's healthy self-esteem?
How can parents help to build a child's healthy self-esteem?
CDC Recommends Yes
A new meningitis vaccine is being recommended for preadolescents (ages 11-12) or as students enter high school or head off to college. The newly-approved vaccine helps protect against meningococcal disease.
A new meningitis vaccine is being recommended for preadolescents (ages 11-12) or as students enter high school or head off to college. The newly-approved vaccine helps protect against meningococcal disease.
Ozone And Children's Health
Parents and child care providers, take heed! Are you monitoring your area's air quality and do you know what to do--and what not to do--in the event of unhealthy air conditions? Child care providers should be especially aware of ozone alert days. Certain levels dictate that young children and those with health conditions remain inside.
Parents and child care providers, take heed! Are you monitoring your area's air quality and do you know what to do--and what not to do--in the event of unhealthy air conditions? Child care providers should be especially aware of ozone alert days. Certain levels dictate that young children and those with health conditions remain inside.
Mommy Organizer
Family organizer for busy moms on-the-go
Family organizer for busy moms on-the-go
Ask Supernanny
What parent hasn't wished for tried-and-trued advice on handling toddler tyrants or finding effective behavioral modification techniques that really work? While there may be no magic solution, this book comes close!
What parent hasn't wished for tried-and-trued advice on handling toddler tyrants or finding effective behavioral modification techniques that really work? While there may be no magic solution, this book comes close!
Take A Break Together
Is your family meeting each other coming and going? Here are ways to provide "life's balance" and create a happier family team.
Is your family meeting each other coming and going? Here are ways to provide "life's balance" and create a happier family team.
Address Problems Immediately
Although most families are very satisfied with their child's care, on occasion there is reason why parents are concerned or problems occur in daycare. Parents should take action immediately to resolve the situation.
Although most families are very satisfied with their child's care, on occasion there is reason why parents are concerned or problems occur in daycare. Parents should take action immediately to resolve the situation.
Make Houseguests Comfortable
Before you extend a welcome to guests and their children for an upcoming wedding, holiday celebration, as temporary quarters to a displaced family, or any special event, consider ways to add comfort and warmness to their stay. Here are tips for ensuring that the visit is memorable and a positive experience for all.
Before you extend a welcome to guests and their children for an upcoming wedding, holiday celebration, as temporary quarters to a displaced family, or any special event, consider ways to add comfort and warmness to their stay. Here are tips for ensuring that the visit is memorable and a positive experience for all.
Array of Enrichment Options
"I'm bored!" are the dreaded words no parent wants to hear during summer months. Fortunately for parents everywhere, there is an array of activities to keep tots to tweens happy and safe this summer.
"I'm bored!" are the dreaded words no parent wants to hear during summer months. Fortunately for parents everywhere, there is an array of activities to keep tots to tweens happy and safe this summer.
Considering the Flip-Flop Fact
Teachers and child care providers have grumbled about how kids arrive inappropriately dressed for a day of fun, often affecting activities that were planned. A new study supports what early educators already knew, but gives it a name: the flip-flop factor!
Teachers and child care providers have grumbled about how kids arrive inappropriately dressed for a day of fun, often affecting activities that were planned. A new study supports what early educators already knew, but gives it a name: the flip-flop factor!
Important Questions
Parents typically want to know everything about their child while they're away from each other, and a conference provides the ideal opportunity. But, what crucial questions should parents ask to get the information they really seek?
Parents typically want to know everything about their child while they're away from each other, and a conference provides the ideal opportunity. But, what crucial questions should parents ask to get the information they really seek?
Holidays Increase Fire Risks
Fire Safety should be observed year-round and adults should constantly reinforce fire safety lessons to kids. The holidays create increased risk for fires, and children should know what to do in the unlikely event of a fire in their home or child care setting.
Fire Safety should be observed year-round and adults should constantly reinforce fire safety lessons to kids. The holidays create increased risk for fires, and children should know what to do in the unlikely event of a fire in their home or child care setting.
butterfly garden
Now is the perfect time to plant a butterfly garden! Children of all ages like digging in the dirt, planting flowers, and inviting these marvelous insects to stop by for a visit!
Now is the perfect time to plant a butterfly garden! Children of all ages like digging in the dirt, planting flowers, and inviting these marvelous insects to stop by for a visit!
Child Care - Articles
An index of Articles for the Child Care guide site.
An index of Articles for the Child Care guide site.
Explain Why and Use Manners
Child experts agree that kids shouldn't be forced to say "sorry" when they do something wrong. However, that doesn't mean kids should be off the hook either. Parents should take the opportunity to teach kids about why the behavior was wrong and about good manners at the same time.
Child experts agree that kids shouldn't be forced to say "sorry" when they do something wrong. However, that doesn't mean kids should be off the hook either. Parents should take the opportunity to teach kids about why the behavior was wrong and about good manners at the same time.
Montessori
What is the difference between traditional education and Montessori practice?
What is the difference between traditional education and Montessori practice?
Teacher Tips
Parent-teacher conferences can sometimes unnerve even the most experienced of parents. But rather than avoiding these times, parents should embrace the opportunity to learn more about their children and academic strengths and weaknesses.
Parent-teacher conferences can sometimes unnerve even the most experienced of parents. But rather than avoiding these times, parents should embrace the opportunity to learn more about their children and academic strengths and weaknesses.
Kids Spring Into Season
The weather may or may not springlike, but there are quick and easy ways to tell that the spring season has officially arrived. Just take a look at your kid-barameters.
The weather may or may not springlike, but there are quick and easy ways to tell that the spring season has officially arrived. Just take a look at your kid-barameters.
Handling Homesick Kids
Homesickness doesn't just occur with older kids at camp. The same symptoms can also happen with younger children in unfamiliar settings, summer or holiday care programs, or even in activity or sports related camps. What can parents do to help this common reaction to being away from home?
Homesickness doesn't just occur with older kids at camp. The same symptoms can also happen with younger children in unfamiliar settings, summer or holiday care programs, or even in activity or sports related camps. What can parents do to help this common reaction to being away from home?
Care Debate
Does day care make kids behave badly? Are their social skills more advanced, or are they just more mean? Do kids in day care have great vocaulary scores? Does the quality of child care make a difference when kids enter school? Welcome to the great day care debate.
Does day care make kids behave badly? Are their social skills more advanced, or are they just more mean? Do kids in day care have great vocaulary scores? Does the quality of child care make a difference when kids enter school? Welcome to the great day care debate.
comfortdress
Before you buy clothes for your youngster for daycare or school, there's more you should know besides whether there is a school dress code. Here are suggestions from care providers and educators to ensure happy and comfortable kids!
Before you buy clothes for your youngster for daycare or school, there's more you should know besides whether there is a school dress code. Here are suggestions from care providers and educators to ensure happy and comfortable kids!
Help Your Child with Fears
Fear of the dark or even being in a darkened room for naptime is quite common in young kids. The age of a child along with any lifestyle or change in his/her world can foster these fears. So can a scary movie, frightening book, or even seeing a clown or superhero. So, what can parents and providers do to ease fear of naptime and nightime?
Fear of the dark or even being in a darkened room for naptime is quite common in young kids. The age of a child along with any lifestyle or change in his/her world can foster these fears. So can a scary movie, frightening book, or even seeing a clown or superhero. So, what can parents and providers do to ease fear of naptime and nightime?
Recognize Disabilities
A chubby-cheeked cherub doesn't mean parents shouldn't watch for slow development or special needs. Many developmental delays can be recognized early to allow children to begin receiving therapy/treatment prior to entering school, and parents should learn the signs and act early.
A chubby-cheeked cherub doesn't mean parents shouldn't watch for slow development or special needs. Many developmental delays can be recognized early to allow children to begin receiving therapy/treatment prior to entering school, and parents should learn the signs and act early.
Kid Safety Tactics
They're everywhere and into everything, and toddlers are injury prone and adventure bound. So, how do you keep your fearless adventurers out of harm's away during these curiosity-driven, no-bounds times on the go? Here are top tips for keeping toddlers safe and sound.
They're everywhere and into everything, and toddlers are injury prone and adventure bound. So, how do you keep your fearless adventurers out of harm's away during these curiosity-driven, no-bounds times on the go? Here are top tips for keeping toddlers safe and sound.
discoveryoaks
Parent review of Discovery Oaks Academy, Sterling, Virginia
Parent review of Discovery Oaks Academy, Sterling, Virginia
people to know
In addition to helping your children be prepared, well-fed and dressed appropriately for the school day, parents should also be sure they do extra homework on the side to get to know all the "important people" at school or child care. Here's who should be on your "must know" list.
In addition to helping your children be prepared, well-fed and dressed appropriately for the school day, parents should also be sure they do extra homework on the side to get to know all the "important people" at school or child care. Here's who should be on your "must know" list.
Bringing A Kid Lunch Can Save
Is meal service a required fee for your child or is packing a kid lunch a money-saving option? Parents on a budget should do the math and see if there are cost savings by brown-bagging it.
Is meal service a required fee for your child or is packing a kid lunch a money-saving option? Parents on a budget should do the math and see if there are cost savings by brown-bagging it.
nontraditional care
While jobs are increasingly requiring nontraditional hours and days outside the 9-to-5 schedule, child care centers haven't gotten the message. Very few child care businesses operate on weekends and evenings. So, what are families to do?
While jobs are increasingly requiring nontraditional hours and days outside the 9-to-5 schedule, child care centers haven't gotten the message. Very few child care businesses operate on weekends and evenings. So, what are families to do?
schedules
Do you and your husband meet yourselves coming and going? Is eating dinner, doing homework, getting children baths, and getting to bedtime on time seem like an insurmountable conquest? You may be the victim of overscheduling. There is hope, however, to lessen the madness of raising children!
Do you and your husband meet yourselves coming and going? Is eating dinner, doing homework, getting children baths, and getting to bedtime on time seem like an insurmountable conquest? You may be the victim of overscheduling. There is hope, however, to lessen the madness of raising children!