3 Daycare Perks
Why daycare is good for kids
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How to Stop Worrying about Childcare
Did you pick the right day-care? Hire the right sitter? Ways to handle your emotional tug-of-war and make peace with yourself
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Ditch Date-Night Guilt
Nervous about leaving the baby for a few hours? Here's how to feel more comfortable
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Drop-in Daycare Checklist
What to look for in a childcare facility
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When Baby's Unhappy to See You
How to deal when your baby's not pleased at being left behind
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Who's Watching Your Child?
How to keep your kids safe, whether in daycare or with a Saturday-night sitter
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Ask Dr. Sears: Daycare Center Germ-Swapping
My two-year-old just recently started going to daycare, and he's been sick twice already. I know it's typical for germs to get passed around at daycare centers, but is there any way I can keep my child healthier than he has been?
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Reality Check: When Grandma's too Easy
My parents often babysit for my daughter, but never follow my rules. How can I get them to stick to my routine?
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Ask Dr. Sears: Introducing a New Caregiver
We've employed the same caregiver for our son almost since the day he was born, and he's grown very attached to her. We recently learned that she has to leave our family. How can I help my son adjust to a new caregiver?
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Childcare's Affect on Kids
Get the lowdown on the benefits and drawbacks
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Girl Talk: How to Lose Your Sitter
I want to fire my babysitter -- but I'm too chicken. How do I do it?
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The Right Daycare
What to look for when choosing a caregiver
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Sitters On Call
Finding a qualified caregiver on short notice
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Bringing Your Child to the Office
Do's and don'ts of bringing your child to work
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When Your Child Is Sick
Dealing with your child's chronic illness if you're a working mom
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Is Your Preschooler Getting Enough Exercise?
How much of an interest to take in your child's physical activity while he's at school
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Let The Good Times Roll
I know that routines are important for kids. So on weekends, should I follow the same schedule that my 3-year-old's accustomed to at daycare?
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Have Friends, Will Save
Have Friends, Will Save
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Is Your Child Ready to Start Preschool?
5 questions to ask yourself before you send her off to school
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Reality Check: The Pros and Cons of Preschool
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Saving On Sitters
Saving On Sitters
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Ask Dr. Sears: Too Sick for Daycare?
When to send them in-and when to keep them home
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Checking Out a Daycare Center
See the center in action to get the best sense of whether the environment is right for your child
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Preschool: An Inside Look
ABC's, shapes, and colors are the least of it
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Daycare Jitters
What to do after the novelty wears off
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Too Close For Comfort
We want our kids to love the other adults in their lives, especially their caregivers. But what happens when we feel like we're being replaced?
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Who's Watching Our Children?
The majority of kids under 5 are in childcare. How families make the best of it, and what you can learn from their stories
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When You Work Odd Hours
When You Work Odd Hours
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Resolving Conflicts with a Caregiver
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Holiday Gifts for Caregivers
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