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Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Mom Was Supposed to Take Care of Our Next Baby. Now She's Announced She's Moving Overseas to Be With an Old Fling.

Parents may wrongly assume family members will provide ongoing childcare without prior discussion, leading to misunderstandings and conflict.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'Selfish' parents ripped for hosting chickenpox party at indoor playground - with unknowing guests around

Parents are hosting chickenpox parties, which poses health risks to other children at play centers.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Mom issues critical warning about common kitchen act that could spell danger for babies: 'Not breathing at all'

Parenting vigilance is crucial; distractions can lead to severe accidents.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I've learned about good parenting from around the world

Communal parenting provides practical support and significantly enhances parental happiness and well-being.
Remote teams
fromUSA TODAY
2 months ago

'No mute button for a toddler.' How thousands of parents juggle remote work and parenting

Balancing work and childcare is a significant challenge for remote-working parents, particularly given rising childcare costs.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Mom Was Supposed to Take Care of Our Next Baby. Now She's Announced She's Moving Overseas to Be With an Old Fling.

Parents may wrongly assume family members will provide ongoing childcare without prior discussion, leading to misunderstandings and conflict.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'Selfish' parents ripped for hosting chickenpox party at indoor playground - with unknowing guests around

Parents are hosting chickenpox parties, which poses health risks to other children at play centers.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Mom issues critical warning about common kitchen act that could spell danger for babies: 'Not breathing at all'

Parenting vigilance is crucial; distractions can lead to severe accidents.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I've learned about good parenting from around the world

Communal parenting provides practical support and significantly enhances parental happiness and well-being.
Remote teams
fromUSA TODAY
2 months ago

'No mute button for a toddler.' How thousands of parents juggle remote work and parenting

Balancing work and childcare is a significant challenge for remote-working parents, particularly given rising childcare costs.
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

After Working As A Nanny For Years, These 9 Things Will Never Be Part Of My Life Again

Nannies often face undervaluation in their roles, dealing with challenges such as under-the-table payments and low wages, emphasizing the need for respect and fair compensation.
NYC parents
#work-life-balance
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Return To Work: Finding The Bright Side For Working Parents

Working parents are increasingly vocal about childcare challenges and work-life balance as companies mandate return-to-office policies.
Parenting
fromHuffPost UK
1 week ago

No, Parents Aren't Clocking Off At 3pm - Saying They Are Is Deeply Unhelpful

The article highlights misconceptions about parental work hours, emphasizing that many parents balance flexible working while meeting professional and family responsibilities.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Return To Work: Finding The Bright Side For Working Parents

Working parents are increasingly vocal about childcare challenges and work-life balance as companies mandate return-to-office policies.
Parenting
fromHuffPost UK
1 week ago

No, Parents Aren't Clocking Off At 3pm - Saying They Are Is Deeply Unhelpful

The article highlights misconceptions about parental work hours, emphasizing that many parents balance flexible working while meeting professional and family responsibilities.
#cost-of-living
NYC parents
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'They're not really upset, there's no tears' - Tusla finds babies left 'inconsolable' for long periods at Wexford creche

Discoveryland Crèche is under scrutiny for inadequate staffing and care, leaving children to cry for extended periods, contradicting claims of compliance.
#government-policy
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'I don't understand why the State would make it harder' - childcare bills to rise for thousands of parents as 660 providers approved to hike fees

Government approved fee hikes for childcare, increasing financial strain on parents, but new subsidies aim to mitigate these costs.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'I don't understand why the State would make it harder' - childcare bills to rise for thousands of parents as 660 providers approved to hike fees

Government approved fee hikes for childcare, increasing financial strain on parents, but new subsidies aim to mitigate these costs.
fromThe Local France
1 year ago

Explained: Tax breaks for parents in France

In France, child-related tax benefits significantly impact taxable income, allowing parents to reduce their overall tax burden through smart household-related calculations.
France politics
#business-innovation
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This company will pay employees up to $36,000 yearly to cover childcare

Childcare costs are a significant barrier preventing parents, particularly mothers, from re-entering the workforce.
Cakes Body's innovative initiative offers substantial childcare support to help employees.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Company Goes Viral For Announcing A 100% Child Care Coverage For Employees

CAKES Body provides full childcare reimbursement for employees with kids under public school age, addressing a significant challenge for working parents.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This company will pay employees up to $36,000 yearly to cover childcare

Childcare costs are a significant barrier preventing parents, particularly mothers, from re-entering the workforce.
Cakes Body's innovative initiative offers substantial childcare support to help employees.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Company Goes Viral For Announcing A 100% Child Care Coverage For Employees

CAKES Body provides full childcare reimbursement for employees with kids under public school age, addressing a significant challenge for working parents.
#new-york-city
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

Childcare cost is influencing political engagement in New York City.
Rebecca Bailin is spearheading efforts to address the childcare crisis through community organizing.
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
2 weeks ago

Bronx families face voucher freeze as Adams, Hochul clash over childcare funding - Bronx Times

Ongoing budget disputes led to the waitlisting of families in NYC's childcare voucher program, impacting over 60,000 families statewide.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Mayoral Candidate Unveils Plan for 2-K, Expanded Afterschool Programs For NYC Families

Brad Lander proposes a plan for free childcare to make NYC more affordable for working families.
NYC parents
fromQNS
1 month ago

State Sen. Myrie calls on City Hall to restore extended pre-K pilot at Astoria rally - QNS

Sen. Zellnor Myrie advocates for the continuation of a vital free extended hours pilot program for NYC preschoolers.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

Childcare cost is influencing political engagement in New York City.
Rebecca Bailin is spearheading efforts to address the childcare crisis through community organizing.
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
2 weeks ago

Bronx families face voucher freeze as Adams, Hochul clash over childcare funding - Bronx Times

Ongoing budget disputes led to the waitlisting of families in NYC's childcare voucher program, impacting over 60,000 families statewide.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Mayoral Candidate Unveils Plan for 2-K, Expanded Afterschool Programs For NYC Families

Brad Lander proposes a plan for free childcare to make NYC more affordable for working families.
NYC parents
fromQNS
1 month ago

State Sen. Myrie calls on City Hall to restore extended pre-K pilot at Astoria rally - QNS

Sen. Zellnor Myrie advocates for the continuation of a vital free extended hours pilot program for NYC preschoolers.
NYC parents
fromAmerican Military News
2 weeks ago

NYC families at risk of losing child care subsidies as Mayor Adams, Gov. Hochul spar over funding

Mayor Adams' budget omits crucial funding for child care vouchers, risking vital support for families.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I hired 2 babysitters to help with my son's birthday party. It allowed me to enjoy the party too.

I ended up choosing two women for the job. As soon as they arrived at the venue two hours prior to the start of the party, I knew I'd made a good decision.
Parenting
#education
#working-parents
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My childcare secret weapon isn't a nanny. It's my children's boomer grandparents.

Boomer grandparents significantly aid working parents through childcare support, despite potential generational parenting differences.
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Summer camp costs can add up quickly - here's how to save money and get the best deals

Activity camps serve as critical childcare for working parents in summer despite their financial burden.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Uber expands free childcare support to over 100,000 UK drivers in industry-first move

Uber expands free childcare support for drivers in the UK, enhancing work-life balance and aiding working mothers.
Parenting
fromYahoo Finance
4 weeks ago

Could child-friendly co-working spaces fix the childcare crisis?

Childcare challenges in the UK are driving the popularity of co-working spaces with creches, especially benefiting working parents.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My childcare secret weapon isn't a nanny. It's my children's boomer grandparents.

Boomer grandparents significantly aid working parents through childcare support, despite potential generational parenting differences.
Parenting
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Summer camp costs can add up quickly - here's how to save money and get the best deals

Activity camps serve as critical childcare for working parents in summer despite their financial burden.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Uber expands free childcare support to over 100,000 UK drivers in industry-first move

Uber expands free childcare support for drivers in the UK, enhancing work-life balance and aiding working mothers.
Parenting
fromYahoo Finance
4 weeks ago

Could child-friendly co-working spaces fix the childcare crisis?

Childcare challenges in the UK are driving the popularity of co-working spaces with creches, especially benefiting working parents.
#us-policy
#parenting-costs
Parenting
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

The Tariffs Are Coming For Baby Products

New tariffs are significantly increasing the cost of baby products, creating financial stress for parents.
Brands are likely to raise prices on essential baby gear due to tariffs.
Childcare costs and essential baby items are becoming increasingly unaffordable for families.
Parenting
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

The Tariffs Are Coming For Baby Products

New tariffs are significantly increasing the cost of baby products, creating financial stress for parents.
Brands are likely to raise prices on essential baby gear due to tariffs.
Childcare costs and essential baby items are becoming increasingly unaffordable for families.
NYC parents
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Here's why Trump's plan to gut Head Start will hurt you, even if you don't have kids

The Trump administration's proposal to cut Head Start funding would severely impact low-income families and essential workers, disrupting childcare and community support.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Apologize for Lying': House Republican Shames Neera Tanden for Claiming He Voted Against Bill Before He Got to Congress

TANDEN: I support child care, the child care tax credit, and the child tax credit. A lot of Republicans have voted against the child tax credit.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Getting more men into teaching and early years childcare | Letters

We could hire nearly 1,000 male teachers by the end of this parliament if our state funding was restored.
Women
#grandparents
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Age of Intensive Grandparenting

Grandparents today are increasingly stepping in to help with childcare, often sacrificing their retirement plans to support family needs.
Parenting
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Age of Intensive Grandparenting

Grandparents today are increasingly stepping in to help with childcare, often sacrificing their retirement plans to support family needs.
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Affordable childcare seemed like an impossible task. This is the simple way Vermont pulled it off

Twincraft Skincare is addressing local childcare shortages to improve worker availability amid rising product demand.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm a superyacht nanny. Parents take me all over the world with them to keep their kids happy.

Being a superyacht nanny allows me to travel the world while providing tailored care for children aboard luxury vessels – it's a unique and fulfilling career.
UK news
fromKqed
2 months ago

Many Childcare Providers Facing Challenges After LA Fires | KQED

Wright said what's followed is an endless bureaucratic maze as she seeks the help she needs to recover. That path is laid with blockades and countless visits to the disaster center in Pasadena and the post office.
NYC parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

$15M grant will help hundreds of kids access child care in Santa Clara Co.

Bobbi Urbano, the executive director of Willow Glen Community Extended Day Enrichment Program, expressed her gratitude for receiving a $500,000 grant for her daycare center.
NYC parents
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Why childcare providers will be forced to limit funded places and increase prices

The financial struggles of childcare providers in England are pushing them to limit funded places and raise fees as costs rise.
NYC LGBT
fromJackson Heights Post
2 months ago

Assembly Member Gonzalez-Rojas, advocates push for gender equity funding in New York budget - Jackson Heights Post

Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas advocates for gender equity in FY26 Budget, emphasizing financial support for childcare and gender-based services.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Migrants and refugee families in the UK denied childcare funding, report finds

Many children in migrant families are denied access to government-funded childcare due to immigration status restrictions.
These limitations contribute to family poverty and hinder educational opportunities for children.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Our Daughter Expects Child Care Even When Her Toddler Is Sick. Help!

Caring for grandkids can impact health; establishing boundaries and protocols is essential for all parties involved.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Parenting experts warn against using butter to lull restless babies to sleep

Parents are resorting to feeding their children butter before bedtime for better sleep.
fromAxios
2 months ago

Tooth fairy payouts drop to lowest rate in years

The average value of a single lost tooth declined by 14% from $5.84 to $5.01, marking the second consecutive year of decline, as noted in the Delta Dental survey.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I moved from the US to the UK and saved $700 a month on childcare. It can be life-changing when a government supports parents.

I was both shocked and delighted to learn that we could receive 15 hours of free preschool for our 3-year-old.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why good design remains a luxury for U.S. childcare

The grant money allowed Family Connections to enhance their facilities, making significant improvements like an outdoor sink that helps maintain hygiene during outdoor play.
Miscellaneous
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Brooklyn Childcare Centers Fight Closure by City

"The mayor's commitment to discussions is a clear sign that community resistance is working - but talk is not enough."
Miscellaneous
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