How in the world do daycares get babies to sleep? If you're a parent of an infant, you've probably asked this question yourself. While babies need a lot of sleep - usually between 14 and 17 hours a day - it can be pretty hard to convince them to do it. A lot of parents end up having to leave their babies at a daycare once they return to work. This can be a hard decision, but looking for child care is often necessary. What surprises so many moms and dads, [...]

Children are creatures of habit, which is why they thrive with routine. It helps them feel secure, know what to expect next, and understand the world around them. As a result, sudden disruptions to their routine can be confusing, unsettling, and even upsetting. But why is having a routine so important in the first place? How do you establish one that works well for your family? And how do your deal with a kid who refuses to follow it? We'll explore all of these questions and more below. Key Takeaways [...]

For all parents, fussing over every little thing about their baby’s health is perfectly normal. Even baby dandruff or flaky scalp can worry them! Luckily, common scalp conditions are something that can easily be addressed. Since babies have soft and sensitive skin, they are more prone to having different scalp conditions like dry skin or dry scalp and cradle cap. But how do you know if your baby has these scalp conditions? What is the difference between the two, and how do you treat them? This article will answer each [...]

Co-sleeping is ok and normal. Know the safest way to co-sleep and bed-share with your baby to reduce the risk of SIDS/SUID Key Takeaways: Co-sleeping is when you sleep in close proximity with your baby, either you sleep on the same bed, or you sleep in the same room. The decision on how and where your baby will sleep is the sole right of you as parents. It is the responsibility of the government agencies and healthcare professionals to inform parents of the risk, and how to mitigate it. Bed-sharing [...]

If you paid for someone to take care of your child, you might be eligible to claim a child care tax credit called Child and Dependent Care Credit. This program has been in place for years, but for 2021, as part of the American Rescue Plan, which was signed into law on March 11, 2, 2021, the IRS has made changes to the amount you can claim as credit and the qualifications of those who will claim. Listed below is the information that you need to know if you will [...]