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fromwww.nytimes.com
5 hours ago
Parenting

Opinion | Dads Are Spending More Time With Their Kids Post-Pandemic

The pandemic positively influenced American fathers' involvement in childcare, leading to increased family bonding time.
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago
Digital life

My Daughter-in-Law Is a Tyrant. I Want Out of Grandma "Duties."

Prioritize your own happiness when considering living situations and family responsibilities.
fromBaby Domain
2 months ago
Parenting

Red Flags That You Should Not Ignore | Baby Domain

Parents should be vigilant for red flags in babysitters to ensure their children's safety and well-being.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago
Parenting

A PSA To Parents: Don't Expect Babysitters To Clean Up Messes You Made

Babysitters should not be expected to clean pre-existing messes before arriving.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Parenting

35 Products You Might Want To Buy If You're Becoming A Parent In The Near Future

Aquaphor Healing Ointment is an essential item for soothing sensitive skin and preventing diaper rash.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Growth hacking

30 Products Under $30 Parents Absolutely Swear By

A flexible faucet extender simplifies handwashing for toddlers while promoting independence and engagement.
Parenting
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 hours ago

Opinion | Dads Are Spending More Time With Their Kids Post-Pandemic

The pandemic positively influenced American fathers' involvement in childcare, leading to increased family bonding time.
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago
Digital life

My Daughter-in-Law Is a Tyrant. I Want Out of Grandma "Duties."

Prioritize your own happiness when considering living situations and family responsibilities.
fromBaby Domain
2 months ago
Parenting

Red Flags That You Should Not Ignore | Baby Domain

Parents should be vigilant for red flags in babysitters to ensure their children's safety and well-being.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago
Parenting

A PSA To Parents: Don't Expect Babysitters To Clean Up Messes You Made

Babysitters should not be expected to clean pre-existing messes before arriving.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Parenting

35 Products You Might Want To Buy If You're Becoming A Parent In The Near Future

Aquaphor Healing Ointment is an essential item for soothing sensitive skin and preventing diaper rash.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Growth hacking

30 Products Under $30 Parents Absolutely Swear By

A flexible faucet extender simplifies handwashing for toddlers while promoting independence and engagement.
more#parenting
#new-york-city
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Zellnor Myrie, in NYC Mayor Bid, Wants Free After-School Care for All

Zellnor Myrie proposes a universal after-school program for public school students in NYC, ensuring free care until 6 p.m.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

The rise of the child care voter is transforming New York City politics as parents advocate for affordable child care solutions.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

A New Luxury-Building Amenity the Whole Neighborhood Can Use: Child Care

Developers are converting unused spaces into community-focused services like child care centers, addressing local needs and enhancing resident amenities.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Adams Cancels Preschool Cuts as Child Care Emerges as Election Issue

Mayor Adams reverses $167 million in preschool cuts to aid parents and bolster re-election efforts.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Advocates Push For Free Childcare For 2 Year Olds

Advocacy for free child care for 2-year-olds is crucial as high costs burden families in New York City.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mayor Adams pitches 'after-school for all' as NYC mayoral race heats up

Mayor Adams plans to expand NYC's free after-school care to 20,000 students by increasing city budget allocations.
The initiative aims to provide students with varied extracurricular opportunities and support working families.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Zellnor Myrie, in NYC Mayor Bid, Wants Free After-School Care for All

Zellnor Myrie proposes a universal after-school program for public school students in NYC, ensuring free care until 6 p.m.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

The rise of the child care voter is transforming New York City politics as parents advocate for affordable child care solutions.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

A New Luxury-Building Amenity the Whole Neighborhood Can Use: Child Care

Developers are converting unused spaces into community-focused services like child care centers, addressing local needs and enhancing resident amenities.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Adams Cancels Preschool Cuts as Child Care Emerges as Election Issue

Mayor Adams reverses $167 million in preschool cuts to aid parents and bolster re-election efforts.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Advocates Push For Free Childcare For 2 Year Olds

Advocacy for free child care for 2-year-olds is crucial as high costs burden families in New York City.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mayor Adams pitches 'after-school for all' as NYC mayoral race heats up

Mayor Adams plans to expand NYC's free after-school care to 20,000 students by increasing city budget allocations.
The initiative aims to provide students with varied extracurricular opportunities and support working families.
more#new-york-city
#health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Asking Eric: The parents always leave their kids with my friend, and I don't think it's right

Grandparents should establish limits regarding child care to maintain their own well-being.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago
Europe news

Six Stories for Your Weekend

Older Americans are increasingly burdened by child care responsibilities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Asking Eric: The parents always leave their kids with my friend, and I don't think it's right

Grandparents should establish limits regarding child care to maintain their own well-being.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago
Europe news

Six Stories for Your Weekend

Older Americans are increasingly burdened by child care responsibilities.
more#health
#government-funding
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 months ago

Families scrambling after NYC ends leases at 5 early child care centers

Governor Hochul proposed a $110 million fund to enhance child care, amidst lease non-renewals for several facilities citing low enrollment.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago
NYC parents

Ontario child-care fees could rise without new federal funding: provincial minister | CBC News

Increased federal funding is crucial for maintaining affordable child-care fees in Ontario beyond March 2026.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 months ago

Families scrambling after NYC ends leases at 5 early child care centers

Governor Hochul proposed a $110 million fund to enhance child care, amidst lease non-renewals for several facilities citing low enrollment.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago
NYC parents

Ontario child-care fees could rise without new federal funding: provincial minister | CBC News

Increased federal funding is crucial for maintaining affordable child-care fees in Ontario beyond March 2026.
more#government-funding
#head-start
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Head Start child-care centers face pay delays after Trump's federal funding freeze

Federal funding freeze has caused delays for Head Start programs, threatening their operation and affecting low-income children's care.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago
SF parents

California lawmaker condemns dismantling of Head Start program - San Jose Spotlight

Congress is urging the reinstatement of federal employees managing key early childhood programs amidst regional Head Start office closures.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC parents

With Head Start in jeopardy, Trump administration threatens child care for 800,000 kids

The future of the Head Start program is under threat with potential defunding and program closures affecting low-income children and their families.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Head Start child-care centers face pay delays after Trump's federal funding freeze

Federal funding freeze has caused delays for Head Start programs, threatening their operation and affecting low-income children's care.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago
SF parents

California lawmaker condemns dismantling of Head Start program - San Jose Spotlight

Congress is urging the reinstatement of federal employees managing key early childhood programs amidst regional Head Start office closures.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC parents

With Head Start in jeopardy, Trump administration threatens child care for 800,000 kids

The future of the Head Start program is under threat with potential defunding and program closures affecting low-income children and their families.
more#head-start
#daycare-fees
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Seven Toronto daycares are no longer opting out of $10-a-day-plan | CBC News

Seven Toronto daycares reverse withdrawal from $10-a-day program, agreeing to lower fees and engage with families on child care options.
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago
Canada news

For Some Parents, There's Only One Election Issue That Matters | The Walrus

The future of Canada's CWELCC plan is crucial for many parents, offering reduced daycare fees that promote accessibility.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Seven Toronto daycares are no longer opting out of $10-a-day-plan | CBC News

Seven Toronto daycares reverse withdrawal from $10-a-day program, agreeing to lower fees and engage with families on child care options.
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago
Canada news

For Some Parents, There's Only One Election Issue That Matters | The Walrus

The future of Canada's CWELCC plan is crucial for many parents, offering reduced daycare fees that promote accessibility.
more#daycare-fees
SF parents
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Child tests positive for fentanyl after pills found at child care center, CA cops say

Fentanyl exposure at child care center leads to hospitalization of three children, one confirmed positive.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Judge slams children's care home's 'criminality' in using 'altered' garda vetting and fake background checks of staff

Ideal Care Services faced severe legal consequences for using altered background checks for staff, highlighting a breach of trust in child care.
#affordability
NYC parents
fromstateline.org
1 month ago

Costs of child care now outpace college tuition in 38 states, analysis finds

Child care costs have surpassed college tuition in 38 states and the District of Columbia, posing challenges for working families.
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago
NYC politics

NYC child care vouchers increase, more preschool seats added: Mayor's report

NYC is enhancing child care affordability and accessibility through a new voucher program and digital application portal.
fromwww.newyorkfamily.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Why New Yorkers are struggling with child care costs | amNewYork

Families in NYC face unaffordable child care costs, prompting calls for Universal 2-Care to support quality, accessible care for all children.
NYC parents
fromstateline.org
1 month ago

Costs of child care now outpace college tuition in 38 states, analysis finds

Child care costs have surpassed college tuition in 38 states and the District of Columbia, posing challenges for working families.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago

NYC child care vouchers increase, more preschool seats added: Mayor's report

NYC is enhancing child care affordability and accessibility through a new voucher program and digital application portal.
fromwww.newyorkfamily.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Why New Yorkers are struggling with child care costs | amNewYork

Families in NYC face unaffordable child care costs, prompting calls for Universal 2-Care to support quality, accessible care for all children.
more#affordability
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Alameda County is distributing $165.8 million in emergency funding for child care, providing vital support five years after Measure C's approval.
fromGothamist
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn child care centers stave off closure for a year, but uncertainty remains

Nuestros Niños child care center will remain open for another year despite earlier plans to shut it down.
#early-childhood-education
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Portland

Oregon spent millions to grow manufacturing, tech workforces. Educators say it's their turn.

Oregon aims to enhance early childhood education funding similar to other sectors like manufacturing and tech.
House Bill 3011 proposes $20 million for workforce development in early education.
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Ontario reduces child-care fees, introduces new operator funding formula | CBC News

Ontario's new child-care funding formula aims to ensure operators can cover true costs and maintain services under the $10-a-day program.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Higher education

How D.C. tackled a child care crunch through a tax hike on the rich

The Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund has significantly increased wages for child care workers, improving job stability and care quality in Washington, D.C.
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Portland

Oregon spent millions to grow manufacturing, tech workforces. Educators say it's their turn.

Oregon aims to enhance early childhood education funding similar to other sectors like manufacturing and tech.
House Bill 3011 proposes $20 million for workforce development in early education.
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Ontario reduces child-care fees, introduces new operator funding formula | CBC News

Ontario's new child-care funding formula aims to ensure operators can cover true costs and maintain services under the $10-a-day program.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Higher education

How D.C. tackled a child care crunch through a tax hike on the rich

The Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund has significantly increased wages for child care workers, improving job stability and care quality in Washington, D.C.
more#early-childhood-education
#parenting-tips
frombestreviews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Safe, secure and fun playpens your child will love

Using a playpen can provide safety for children while minimizing mess and offering designated play areas.
fromBaby Domain
2 months ago
Digital life

How To Sleep With A Baby At Home | Baby Domain

Creating a comfortable sleep environment for babies promotes better sleep.
Swaddling and cocoonababy can help babies feel more secure, aiding sleep.
Recognizing tired signs is crucial for better sleep management.
frombestreviews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Safe, secure and fun playpens your child will love

Using a playpen can provide safety for children while minimizing mess and offering designated play areas.
fromBaby Domain
2 months ago
Digital life

How To Sleep With A Baby At Home | Baby Domain

Creating a comfortable sleep environment for babies promotes better sleep.
Swaddling and cocoonababy can help babies feel more secure, aiding sleep.
Recognizing tired signs is crucial for better sleep management.
more#parenting-tips
Miscellaneous
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

This pediatric surgeon dresses patients as mini superheroes to make them feel brave

Dr. Guimarães empowers child patients by dressing them as superheroes to reduce surgery-related anxiety.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. fires upend fragile child-care industry, sending providers, families scrambling

The L.A. fires have severely impacted child-care facilities, leaving families without care options and further hurting a vulnerable sector.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Christian Nonprofit's Members Avoid Florida's Group Home Standards

The Florida Association of Christian Child Caring Agencies faces criticism for lax standards in maternity homes amid allegations of abuse and restrictive practices.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Go Potty makes a splash with pre-seed funding

Go Potty aims to transform childcare by promoting early potty training, reducing dependence on diapers and encouraging a more sustainable approach.
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Toronto

Advocacy group welcomes reduction in child-care fees in Ontario, fears far too few families stand to benefit | CBC News

Ontario's child-care fees have been reduced, welcoming affordability, but many families remain excluded from the benefits.
The introduction of a flat fee structure in Ontario aims to standardize child-care costs.
fromToronto
3 months ago
Toronto

New Ontario laws and regulations coming into effect in 2025. Here's what you need to know.

Ontario's new regulations focus on child care affordability, highway safety, and long-term care improvements for 2025.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Toronto

Advocacy group welcomes reduction in child-care fees in Ontario, fears far too few families stand to benefit | CBC News

Ontario's child-care fees have been reduced, welcoming affordability, but many families remain excluded from the benefits.
The introduction of a flat fee structure in Ontario aims to standardize child-care costs.
fromToronto
3 months ago
Toronto

New Ontario laws and regulations coming into effect in 2025. Here's what you need to know.

Ontario's new regulations focus on child care affordability, highway safety, and long-term care improvements for 2025.
more#ontario
#family-support
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Sign The Childcare Bills Into Law, Governor Hochul

New York's state legislature has passed three significant bills to address the child care crisis, awaiting Governor Hochul's signature.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

On Child Care, Vance Tests a Talking Point Democrats Also Embrace

Bipartisan acknowledgment of child care crisis emphasizes the need for a family care model and government support for parents.
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago
Parenting

Should Parents Stay Home to Raise Kids?

The right way to support families varies significantly between political views, causing debate on child care and parental work choices.
fromThe Seattle Times
4 months ago
Digital life

'Tis the season to scramble for summer child care. Tell us your plans

Washington families utilize various child care options in summer, adapting to gaps in care and work schedules.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Sign The Childcare Bills Into Law, Governor Hochul

New York's state legislature has passed three significant bills to address the child care crisis, awaiting Governor Hochul's signature.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

On Child Care, Vance Tests a Talking Point Democrats Also Embrace

Bipartisan acknowledgment of child care crisis emphasizes the need for a family care model and government support for parents.
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago
Parenting

Should Parents Stay Home to Raise Kids?

The right way to support families varies significantly between political views, causing debate on child care and parental work choices.
fromThe Seattle Times
4 months ago
Digital life

'Tis the season to scramble for summer child care. Tell us your plans

Washington families utilize various child care options in summer, adapting to gaps in care and work schedules.
more#family-support
#economic-challenges
Remote teams
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

Working parents' childcare struggles are getting worse

Child care-related work disruptions among parents have risen significantly since the pandemic, affecting mothers with young children the most.
fromWashington Post
4 months ago
US news

Child care gets little help in Idaho. A family-run center is buckling.

Idaho's child care facilities struggle amid funding cuts and rising costs, impacting both providers and families in need of affordable day care.
Remote teams
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

Working parents' childcare struggles are getting worse

Child care-related work disruptions among parents have risen significantly since the pandemic, affecting mothers with young children the most.
fromWashington Post
4 months ago
US news

Child care gets little help in Idaho. A family-run center is buckling.

Idaho's child care facilities struggle amid funding cuts and rising costs, impacting both providers and families in need of affordable day care.
more#economic-challenges
Parenting
fromSpokesman.com
4 months ago

Working parents' child-care struggles are getting worse

Child care challenges are significantly impacting working parents, especially mothers, causing increased disruptions in their labor force participation.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

Local housing, child care costs remain high as analysts expect strong economy overall - Austin Monitor

Local leaders in Austin are concerned about housing costs, child care, and wages as key issues entering 2025.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Parenting

17 Dangerous, Disturbing, And Downright Deadly Baby Products From Back In The Day

Watching historical hazardous baby products makes new parents feel better about modern parenting challenges.
#child-tax-credit
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Harris Has Championed Family Policies. Now Trump Likes Them, Too.

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump now support key family policies, indicating a shift in the Republican stance towards child care and parental support.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

Having a family is expensive. Here's what Harris and Trump have said about easing costs

High care costs for children and the elderly hinder women's workforce participation and affect economic growth.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Harris Has Championed Family Policies. Now Trump Likes Them, Too.

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump now support key family policies, indicating a shift in the Republican stance towards child care and parental support.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

Having a family is expensive. Here's what Harris and Trump have said about easing costs

High care costs for children and the elderly hinder women's workforce participation and affect economic growth.
more#child-tax-credit
Parenting
fromKqed
6 months ago

Child Care Centers Challenged By Extreme Heat | KQED

Extreme heat and pollution are critical threats to children's safety in schools and childcare centers, necessitating urgent infrastructural improvements.
fromTruthout
6 months ago
Parenting

Will Child Care Campaign Promises Turn Out Traditionally Nonvoting Single Moms?

Maria Amado feels disillusioned with politics, believing promises made to child care providers often go unfulfilled.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
7 months ago

Brooklyn childhood education center fighting to reopen after waiting months for NYCHA to address mold issues

The Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center struggles to reopen due to unresolved mold issues related to their facilities operated by NYCHA.
#trump
fromTruthout
7 months ago
Parenting

Trump and Vance Offer Incoherent, Baffling Responses to Questions on Child Care

Trump failed to provide specific insights on child care during recent remarks, instead offering vague references to tariffs and other unrelated topics.
fromAdvocate.com
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Pete Buttigieg shades Donald Trump's incoherent child care proposal

Buttigieg criticizes Trump's child care policies and questions his mental fitness.
fromTruthout
7 months ago
Parenting

Trump and Vance Offer Incoherent, Baffling Responses to Questions on Child Care

Trump failed to provide specific insights on child care during recent remarks, instead offering vague references to tariffs and other unrelated topics.
fromAdvocate.com
7 months ago
Left-wing politics

Pete Buttigieg shades Donald Trump's incoherent child care proposal

Buttigieg criticizes Trump's child care policies and questions his mental fitness.
more#trump
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

Trump and Vance Took Questions on Child Care. Their Non-Answers Said a Lot.

Donald Trump struggled to provide a clear policy position on child care costs, instead delivering a convoluted answer about tariffs and their potential impact.
fromMission Local
7 months ago
Education

Supe candidate Michael Lai touts his education start-up. Teachers recall low wages, disorder and a collapsed business.

Lai's campaign highlights his experience in education and community building, but concerns arise over his past business practices and the impact on employees.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Child rushed to hospital after incident on major road in Erith

A child was taken to the hospital after becoming unwell in Erith, with emergency services responding promptly.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
Left-wing politics

Letters: Child care

Addressing the childcare crisis requires more than tax credits; innovative space solutions are needed.
Political leaders' alignment with far-right views on homelessness is concerning and highlights a troubling shift.
Electoral outcomes may favor Democrats, but there needs to be a realistic perspective on their promises.
fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago
Parenting

How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay Area

The couple's daycare expansion faced ongoing disputes, highlighting a wider child care access crisis in Contra Costa County.
Education
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago

Back to School. Freedom at Last.

Schools provide essential support for working parents by offering child care that directly impacts family stress levels and mental health.
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