Paper plates are one of the most inexpensive and versatile craft items you can find. With a little imagination, some scissors, markers and glue, you can transform your paper dinnerware into all kinds of fun things. Here’s a list of ten of the easiest crafts made from paper plates. Mask – Kids love to make [...]

Hiring an au pair who is a good match with your family is difficult. The ability to communicate effectively with your au pair should be an essential part of the decision making process. With that in mind, here is a list of reasons to hire an au pair who speaks your language. Helping with homework [...]

I don’t know of very many people, let alone kids that get the daily-recommended amount of veggies in their diet.  So while I’m going to give you 10 great ways to sneak veggies into the food that kids love, the rest of the family will benefit too.  The trick to this is to make sure [...]

Although doctors recommend breastfeeding as the best option, there are many reasons a mother chooses to stop breastfeeding her baby and moves to a bottle. Medical conditions could be preventing her from breastfeeding, but most often the reason is the mother’s need to go back to work. When moving to a bottle, there are several [...]

There are many qualities that make a successful nanny, but even the best of nannies needs a little help at times. When those times come along, it’s a good idea to know where to get that help. We hope this list of 10 essential phone numbers for nannies and au pairs will provide just that: [...]