- Katrin Lewandowski November 8, 2020
We have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions about Covid-19 and will give you recommendations on how to best protect yourself and your family from it.
- Katrin Lewandowski November 4, 2020
Covid-related hot topics and the most important questions answered–for families, other care seekers and caregivers alike.
- Anja Borngässer September 8, 2020
Does everything go a little nuts in your home on those back to school mornings? Don’t worry. You are not alone! Start the school day stress-free with the following tips.
- Katrin Lewandowski April 16, 2020
For most of us, self-isolating is new, but all this distance from one another doesn’t make us helpless in this collective fight. There are still things we can do for one another.
- Katrin Lewandowski April 1, 2020
Everyone is talking about social distancing now… But what exactly does that mean and how does it work?
- The Care.com Team February 7, 2020
Enjoy the most romantic night of the year with your special sweetheart and some special plans.
- sophiemoran February 7, 2020
Ideas for fun and family-friendly Valentine’s Day plans
- Katrin Lewandowski January 7, 2020
Let Care.com help you to become the best version of yourself that you can possibly be. Start now!
- The Care.com Team December 10, 2019
With plenty of seasonal tasks around your home, we’ve devised a few suggestions for what housekeepers can help take off your Christmas to do list.
- The Care.com Team December 10, 2019
Our advice on getting your kids writing letters to Santa and how to make the most of the experience.
- The Care.com Team December 10, 2019
Holiday family gatherings are the most wonderful and memorable times for your kids. Here’s our advice on making the most of Christmas.
- The Care.com Team December 7, 2019
Try these money saving hacks for parents to save up for your next family holiday or to put some money aside for a rainy day.
- The Care.com Team October 14, 2019
Thanksgiving is a great time to gather the family together to spend some precious time together – here’s our ideas for Thanksgiving family fun.
- The Care.com Team October 1, 2019
Need to get fit after giving birth? Create a fitness routine with these exercise ideas that are ideal for any post-pregnancy workout.
- The Care.com Team August 19, 2019
Stay-at-home moms often find themselves on the receiving end of insensitive comments. Here’s what you can say back.
- The Care.com Team August 19, 2019
Women’s hair loss. It affects around 40% of us in Canada. Click here to find out if you need to start worrying, and the way forward if you are suffering.
- sophiemoran August 14, 2019
One woman’s journey through her first year as a new mom.
- The Care.com Team July 26, 2019
Your post-baby body will have some major differences. However don’t worry – many are only temporary! Here are 8 key post-baby body changes to expect.
- The Care.com Team April 29, 2019
If you want to take your housekeeping career that bit further, follow our advice on starting a cleaning business. Here are 11 top tips from professionals.
- The Care.com Team April 25, 2019
If the time to give birth is getting closer and pregnancy is getting increasingly uncomfortable, take a look at our 15 natural ways to induce labour.
- The Care.com Team April 15, 2019
If you’re in need of some quality family time try these 5 tips for a more relaxed and energizing Easter weekend.
- sophiemoran February 20, 2019
Do you care for your children as well as help out with your aging parents? If so, you can count yourself a member of the sandwich generation.
- sophiemoran January 18, 2019
Here are some examples of different scenarios with which a tutor can make all the difference to your child’s educational success.
- sophiemoran January 9, 2019
We at Care.com have created a list of some of the most useful stress management tips to help working moms deal with stress and achieve a greater balance.
- The Care.com Team January 7, 2019
When a new baby arrives, keeping your marriage on track can be tough. Here’s our advice on overcoming the10 common marriage problems new parents face.
- sophiemoran January 4, 2019
Use this method to make realistic goals that you will stick to in 2019.
- sophiemoran December 19, 2018
Are you spending the holidays with your in-laws or extended family? Avoid any stressful moments with these 7 tips.
- sophiemoran December 17, 2018
Check out this step-by-step guide to wrapping presents perfectly this Christmas and beyond.
- sophiemoran December 5, 2018
These easy Christmas craft ideas will make the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
- The Care.com Team November 29, 2018
Care.com’s advice for a stress-free celebration of your baby’s first Christmas.
- sophiemoran October 18, 2018
The last thing we need is to get sick and miss the beautiful fall. Prevent illness with these top tips and stay healthy this fall
- sophiemoran October 1, 2018
Managing busy workloads and a hectic home life can lead to mom burnout.
- The Care.com Team May 28, 2017
Summertime is kids’ party time! We’ve gone to the party experts to provide you with fun tips for taking your child’s party to the next level.
- The Care.com Team April 14, 2017
Whether you’re going by plane, train or automobile we have some secrets for making travel with kids easier for everyone.
- The Care.com Team April 11, 2017
Start summer how to mean to go along – with fun activities! Here’s 10 ideas for celebrating the first day of summer.
- The Care.com Team December 13, 2016
Planning some New Year’s Resolutions for a new you in 2017? If so, here’s one mom’s advice.
- The Care.com Team October 4, 2016
10 great ideas for starting your family’s own Thanksgiving customs and celebrations.
- The Care.com Team October 4, 2016
Thanksgiving can get so stressful. Here are some ideas for adopting a little bit of a “less perfect” plan for your holiday and keep your sanity.
- The Care.com Team June 6, 2016
Eating right after your baby arrives takes a little planning. Here’s what you need to know about dieting and getting back to your pre-pregnancy weight.
- The Care.com Team May 30, 2016
Next time you’re down about leaving the kids and heading to work, remind yourself of all the ways that your job can actually benefit your little ones.
- The Care.com Team May 6, 2016
Secrets every mom should know to be happy and feel more fulfilled.
- The Care.com Team March 7, 2016
These nifty tips and tricks will save you time and energy throughout the day!
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
The transition from a full-time professional to a stay-at-home-parent can be difficult. Look at our top tips to be a successful SAHP and why they work.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Street parties are great ways to enjoy some time as a community. Here are four fun and family-friendly street party ideas to get you started!
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Every couple argues. However, fighting in front of your children can have damaging effects on them. Follow our tips to stop the arguments before they begin.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Pregnancy isn’t a reason to give up exercising, but you may need to reset your expectations. Find out more about running while pregnant over the trimesters.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe postpartum disorder. Whether you’re a concerned partner, or a mum looking for help, here’s what you need to know.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
What is postpartum depression? How can you tell if you might have postpartum depression? Take a look at our check list of what you should look out for.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
If breastfeeding pain is making you cringe, here are some steps you can take to ease your discomfort. Find out the causes and treatment of painful letdown.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
It is important to weigh up the pros and cons of feeding your baby homemade organic baby food. Inform yourself and see what works best for your family.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Much of the cliche marriage advice you hear in the media can actually be counter productive. Find out here which counsel you should ignore and and why.
- The Care.com Team January 15, 2016
Parents separating can be a really tough time for children. Here’s what you can do to make the divorce process as easy for your children as possible.
- The Care.com Team January 14, 2016
Leaving your children for a few days of business travel can be a challenge. Here are five ways to make the process easier for you and your family.
- The Care.com Team January 14, 2016
What do you say when your child walks in on you having sex? Check out our advice on how to handle this and similar ‘did that just happen?!’ awkward moments.
- The Care.com Team January 14, 2016
It’s always good to show your nanny how much you appreciate the work they do. Here are our top five gift ideas for nannies!
- The Care.com Team December 8, 2015
Opinions really vary on how to feed a baby. Find out the main pros and cons of breastfeeding compared with formula and decide which is right for your baby.
- The Care.com Team December 8, 2015
It is crucial that your newborn takes in enough nutrition. Here are 6 key ways to tell whether your breastfeeding baby is getting enough breast milk.
- The Care.com Team December 8, 2015
The healthier mum eats, the healthier and happier she and her baby will be. Here’s how to keep a diet for breastfeeding mothers full of the right nutrition.
- The Care.com Team December 2, 2015
Everyday household objects make great games! Save some money, get creative and push your children’s imagination with these five fun and free games for kids!
- The Care.com Team November 18, 2015
Here’s our guide to beating children’s clutter and reclaiming your organized home while holding onto to those precious childhood memories.
- The Care.com Team November 16, 2015
Encourage your little chiefs and inspire them to get cooking in the kitchen with these fun games.
- The Care.com Team November 9, 2015
Thinking of becoming a work-from-home parent? If so, there are a few things to consider first. Here’s our list of the main pros and cons.
- The Care.com Team November 2, 2015
Give your family structure and ensure things run more smoothly by setting down a few ground rules for your kids.
- The Care.com Team October 26, 2015
Don’t just throw your pumpkin innards away! Here are 14 fun things to do with pumpkin seeds this Halloween – from food, to crafts to activities.
- The Care.com Team October 19, 2015
How to you get kids to eat vegetables when they keep leaving their greens on their plate, or snacking on crisps? Here are 5 easy ways to up their veg intake
- The Care.com Team October 13, 2015
Fight colds the natural way! Find out how you can relieve your child’s runny nose and pesky cough using the best natural cold remedies.
- The Care.com Team August 3, 2015
Here’s a breakdown of why you should inspire your kids to get physical and how you can go about doing it.
- The Care.com Team July 28, 2015
Cooperative play fosters an important skill set that your child will use their entire life – here’s how to encourage your child to play cooperatively.
- The Care.com Team July 20, 2015
When does your child’s gaming cross the line from fun hobby to addiction problem? We take a look at the signs of video game addiction below.
- The Care.com Team May 26, 2015
If your child is prepping for tests and could do with some assistance, we’ve put together a few useful steps to run through in order to find the best tutor for your child.
- The Care.com Team April 28, 2015
Bored of the usual flower bouquet, card & candy combo? Give your mother something unexpected this Mother’s Day with these creative gift ideas.
- The Care.com Team April 28, 2015
So if you’re still wondering what to do this Mother’s Day, find inspiration from the many ways families honour moms around the world.
- The Care.com Team April 28, 2015
Why not go it alone to create your ideal Mother’s Day and indulge in some much needed ‘me time’. Here are five ways to make yourself the priority.
- The Care.com Team March 23, 2015
Give up coffee and chocolate and try these 8 natural energy boosters for your pick me up.
- The Care.com Team March 23, 2015
With Spring on the way and green returning to your backyard, it’s time to get your kids planting spring flowers!
- The Care.com Team March 17, 2015
And Relax… Are you time strapped but in need of relaxation? Here’s six ways to work your zen in minutes.
- The Care.com Team March 16, 2015
Feel like there’s too much to do and not enough time? Here’s our top ten tips for managing modern life.
- The Care.com Team February 23, 2015
Avoid being stuck on scream mode with our top tips on re-claiming your calmness and being a stress-free parent.
- The Care.com Team February 6, 2015
As a busy parent, romantic endeavors are usually off the agenda – here are our top ten tips to inspire cheap dates with your significant other.
- The Care.com Team January 8, 2015
To be a happy & emotionally healthy mom make a list of 2015 resolutions & allow yourself to enjoy the rewards without feeling burnt out.
- The Care.com Team November 24, 2014
What are the traits of parents elsewhere in the world and what can parents learn from other cultures?
- The Care.com Team November 5, 2014
A parents main task is to teach kids be responsible and household chores are one of the first steps in this journey – here’s our chore charts for children.
- The Care.com Team November 5, 2014
One key life skill is calmness and the ability to manage the stresses and strains of life. Here’s our tips on teaching calmness to kids.
- The Care.com Team November 4, 2014
We’ve gathered together tutor’s top tips for winning the homework battle to help your kids flourish in the school.
- The Care.com Team September 23, 2014
Is your child struggling in the classroom? Here’s 9 signs that they may need a tutor.
- The Care.com Team September 1, 2014
Here’s some conversation starters for children that you, as parents, can use as to learn more about your child’s day.
- The Care.com Team July 30, 2014
Do you care for your children as well as help out with your aging parents? If so, you can count yourself a member of the sandwich generation.
- The Care.com Team June 18, 2014
Why new dads taking leave makes both family and business sense with 4 reasons why paternity leave is important.
- The Care.com Team June 18, 2014
Just imagine a whole hour to yourself – no kids, no work and no to-do’s. What would you do? 101 activities for a free hour.
- The Care.com Team June 18, 2014
Make your own homemade and natural moisturizers for you and your family this summer!
- The Care.com Team April 11, 2014
Embrace your inner child with our 7 fun family activities for this summer!
- The Care.com Team April 11, 2014
Start thinking through ideas for activities now with our summer fun: 101 things to do with kids to avoid your children being stuck indoors in front of a screen.
- The Care.com Team April 11, 2014
Fight the summer slide affect on your children’s academic skills these 12 brain boosting summer activities.
- The Care.com Team February 25, 2014
Working harder than you should? Start by reading the six signs that your working harder than you should be and some of the quick fixes that could help.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
The book may have been racy. But the baby costume is an innocent way to get a good laugh. Here’s what you can do with a few gray items.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Get the goggles out this Halloween and transform your little one into an Olympic Swimmer with this easy DIY Halloween idea.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Don’t be stuck for costume ideas this Halloween — check out our Diary of a Wimpy Kid costume.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Little ones love Rapunzel with her long, flowing locks and pretty dresses. This Halloween, make your daughter into the star of Disney’s Tangled with these three steps.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Break away from the usual witches, ghosts and mummies this Halloween with these quirky, app-inspired costumes.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
There is so much buzz around the royal couple, turn your little princess into one she can really relate to.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Butter your little one up for a night of fun with this costume that will surely pop.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
All kids love dinosaurs, what a better way to bring them to live then wrap them in spikes and send them off to stomp around the neighborhood.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Check out these 4 east steps to turn your itsy-bitsy into a fantastic spider!
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Rock your kiddo out in this adorable costume.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
This time it is ok to love ice cream all night long! Turn your sweetie into a delicious looking cone.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Your child will rule the kingdom with this DIY wizard costume from Lord of the Rings.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Every girl loves tutus and dreams about being a princess. Indulge in her fantasy and make her dreams come true using these 4 easy steps.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Use what you have at home (with some extras) and turn your adorable kiddo into a character from the Wild West.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Does your kid love Justin Bieber? This fun and easy costume will make them want to sing door to door.
- The Care.com Team September 5, 2013
Will your kids be out halloween trick or treat? Learn how to make a simple and fun halloween costumes for your space traveler with our astronaut costumes.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Dress your kid as the heartwarming hero from one of the most enjoyable movies of last year with this fun and easy to make costume!
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
She might be the wicked witch of your neighbourhood, but she means no harm, too cute to do any damage.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Time to dream up the perfect Halloween costume and without doubt, Spiderman is on the list of the most popular Halloween costumes. All kids love to wear his costume.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
A cheap Halloween costume that you can make out of things you already have.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Legos have been a childhood favorite toy for many, many years. This is the Halloween costume idea that kids would love and it can be made at home with these simple instructions.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Let your little girl dress up as dessert this year. She will be irresistibly cute in this this adorable and easy to make costume.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Take this classic movie on the road with your own Dorothy, Toto and the friends on the Yellow Brick Road.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Batman will never go out of style. If your kid is a big fan, build your little one a batman costume and let him go out this Halloween as the masked hero of Gotham City.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Your crew is a funny bunch already. But add some silly clothes and a few tricks up their sleeves and you’ve got real crowd pleasers.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Jake and the Never Land Pirates on Disney Jr is great for both boys and girls. They’re sure to bring home some booty this Halloween!
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
The Twilight series might have been huge, but the classic vampire will never get old. Plus, it’s easier to make than an Edward and Bella costume.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
This little piggy went to the market. This little piggy went trick-or-treating. Either way, your cutie will get wrapped in a warm blanket and look good enough to eat!
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Your baby is sharp. That’s the point with this easy DIY baby costume.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Oscar the Grouch is a beloved character with a love of grumpiness and garbage. But we love him because he’s happy being him. Here’s how to make your own grouchy costume.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
You hold your baby in the “football” position all the time — so why not dress him like one? It takes one easy step. And if you have older kids, they can be players, cheerleaders and a coach.
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
The first year of life is really the only time you’ll get to choose the Halloween costume. So why not have a little fun? Here’s your baby devil and egg, combined as one!
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Here’s a great frock for your little ladies man. See, your infant is both a chick – and a magnet!
- The Care.com Team September 4, 2013
Here’s a costume that won’t make your baby uncomfortable, but will still be adorable. With a few items of clothing (which you probably already have), turn your little one into a Halloween icon.
- The Care.com Team September 3, 2013
If you’ve got zombies, witches, ghosts and ghouls heading to your Halloween party you’ll want to have the best games planned. Read our 13 suggestions!
- The Care.com Team August 23, 2013
8 tips and ideas on how to offer help, love, and support to a friend who is diagnosed with cancer.
- The Care.com Team July 18, 2013
Caring for a royal baby and reporting to Prince William and Duchess Catherine is clearly a huge job – so what will the working day be like for the royal nanny?