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We are offering practical tips—from screen-free activities and structured schedules to online camps and creating a calm “home base”—to help you survive and even enjoy working from home with kids.

When summer camp ends weeks before the new school year begins, many working parents are left wondering what to do with kids before school starts. In fact, the end of summer is often the busiest time for backup childcare agencies. Don’t panic – you’re not out of luck.

As we approach the 2025 - 2026 school year, you might still be scrambling to find part-time help for your kids. For NYC moms, we've compiled some resources!

Curious about the average cost of a year of college? Check out the numbers by state and residency status.

If your teen is interested in more hands-on or entrepreneurial work, one of these trade roles might be a good fit - no college degree required!

There are many factors to consider once your children graduate - ROI (return on investment) is one of them. We're comparing the return value of college versus trade school in this guide.

If your teen is looking to make some extra cash this summer, we're here to help guide them (and you) through this journey!

Volunteering over the summer can be a transformative experience for teenagers. It’s more than just a way to stay busy – it helps teens build confidence and self-esteem, develop empathy, explore new interests, and learn life skills like teamwork and leadership that carry into adulthood.

Jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities, oh my! For your teens during the summertime, there are a lot of ways they can progress and grow new skills. Which is right for them?

We're all familiar with that present yet unidentifiable smell that starts to come off our kids' clothes as they get older. Looking for ways to get rid of those pesky odors? We've got you covered!

This guide walks through the camp process, from how to choose a summer camp for your kids to camp checklist packing tips, how to prepare first-timers, and advice for staying in touch while they’re away.

Supporting your child’s athletic adventures can be one of the most rewarding parts of parenthood. But with so many options out there, from summer swim teams to fall soccer leagues, you might wonder how to choose the right sport for your child.

I confess, my kid spends a lot of time on the screens on the weekends. We’ve been pretty good at being screen free during the week between after school activities, family play time, mealtime, quiet play time, and the evening routine. So, aside from outright limiting screen time, we introduced ways to help make this time more educational.

As we head into a season that means no school and more quality time with your kids, we reflect on some of our successful at-home activities during the 2020 pandemic.

Some kids don't enjoy organized sports -- and that's ok! We've got some ideas to keep kids active in other ways.

Pollinator gardens contribute to your community's ecological health; here's how to plant a native pollinator garden, sharing the benefits with the entire family.

Have you had a client say your pricing is too high? The best consultants don't back down on their rates; and they back up their rates with sound rationale. Learning how to professionally and directly have frank conversations about your rates and pricing is a critical component of long-term success as a mom on this path.

As an independent mom-tractor, how you bill your clients is a pivotal business decision that impacts your bottom line. The two most common ways to charge are either by the hour or by the project. Which one is the right one to choose?

Independent consulting, freelancing, and contract work are great options for moms seeking flexibility within their business interactions. But striking out on your own can be scary, especially if you don't know what to charge. We've created calculators to help as a starting point for consulting fee structures.

We're sharing how our resident mom Kim filled an unexpected, quick trip to Toronto with family friendly activities!

Las Vegas might not be a gut reaction when thinking of family friendly vacation spots, but trust us, we found lots of options for the whole family to have fun in Nevada.

Disney is a well-known place to hit during school break, but this summer, prioritize these theme parks in the New England area for just as much fun right in your own backyard.

Mathematics is not just a subject; it's a universal language and a critical component of lifelong learning. But how do we ensure that every student becomes fluent in this language? The answer might be simpler than we think: math manipulatives.

Sort dozens of recommendations by author, genre, grade level, and more to find the best fits for your young learner!

How much would a SAHM's salary be if she got paid for everything she does? It's more than you think, but when you break it down, it's also an 80 hour per week job. Here's how we calculate the wages and time.

When I was a kid, I had to wear my socks inside out and the same few pairs of black yoga pants every day. I was sensitive to touch. What I didn't know at the time was that many kids struggle with sensory sensitivity. If this sounds familiar, we've got tips to help.

College years are formative; see which of these top 100 ranked universities is the right fit for your student as they take their next big steps.

Academics continues to be more and more competitive for young students. Attending a top public high school may give them the step up they need when preparing for college. Find exactly the school for you with our guide.

Check out more than a dozen of our favorite things to do in the greater Boston area!

Catch up on all the potential variations in athletic scholarships in this follow-up to The Rigors and Rewards of Sports in College Admissions.

Aspen offers year-round entertainment for all ages! These are our top recommendations, grouped by time of the year or current weather conditions, since Mother Nature controls all in the moutains.

College usually isn't cheap, and scholarships are a huge helper. If your child has a talent and passion for sports, an athletic scholarship could be an option to help finance their future education.

Holidays can be a source of great joy and also great stress. Utilize our meal prep tricks to ensure your festivities go as smoothly as possible and reduce any unnecessary anxiety.

Being sustainable doesn't have to be a ton of extra worth! Mix and match these tricks to help cut down on waste and teach your kids the value of prioritizing the environment.

Need a break from the constant mom criticism? Take a deep breath and read this.

The high of owning a new home like all your friends can potentially cloud thinking - ask yourself these questions to see if you're ready to consider buying a house.

There are many hard lessons we learn as parents. The lesson that I’ve been learning the past year is how to watch my kid struggle.

School occupies a good portion of your children's day, but once they get home, how do you keep them busy? Here are some hands-on ideas to encourage learning and joy.

Handing over a tablet or phone to keep your children occupied while sitting in restaurants is common, and while we don't judge, we've explored some other ways to keep kids occupied while out and about with a good ol' pencil and paper!

For households with any television or smart device, screen time is basically unavoidable. Being mindful when choosing what to watch can make all the difference!

Denver calls to adventurers, adult and kid alike! These are our favorite kid-friendly activities in and around the city.

Parents love the Midwest for it's family friendly amenities. The Minneapolis area has so many activities, free and otherwise, that can help keep kids occupied during long summer days or cold winter months.

Sharing the kitchen with children not only nurtures independence but also strengthens family bonds and creates lasting memories.

In part 1, we reviewed formal mathematics programs. For those families that are more time constrained, check out the top self-guided math programs in this follow-up.

Math is a critical skill that can help advance other areas of learning in children's brains, yet the American public school system often time does an insufficient job at ensuring all students are adequately equipped.

Netflix doesn't just have to be for zoning out at the end of the day; it can be an education tool to help your children learn new languages like Chinese.

Is it better to pay down your mortgage faster or put that cash toward an investment account? It depends on your loan interest rate, the return rate you think you can get on investments, and your risk tolerance. Let's get specific and walk through the math.

For Mother's Day, my birthday, and sometimes family vacations, my favorite gift for a mom like me is: me time. No kids, no husband, just me.

We all like our escapes, and even more so when we can break from the responsibility of kids. Here are our picks for luxury vacations with childcare options.

One of the hard adjustments to being a stay-at-home mom is losing out on the working mom's income. Finding side hustles that are both a good return on time and fits into a SAHM schedule can be challenging. Here we explore 4 down to earth ways to get started making money while being at home.

A dollar saved is a dollar earned, and then invested for compound returns. Stay at home moms can contribute financially to the family by defending earnings and finding ways to save and build wealth.

A stay-at-home-mom's busy schedule make time-intensive side hustles an unviable option. However, if you own a home, a car, or even a closet, then you've got options.

My decade-long adventure of leading finance at unicorn-status tech startups ended with becoming a suburban stay-at-home mom; it feels like being on the frontier in outer space and then falling back down to earth.

ChatGPT can be a mom's personal, virtual assistant. From planning meals to suggesting activities for the kids, ChatGPT can brainstorm a wide range of ideas in seconds from the wisdom of the internet. Even when it comes to parenting advice, getting advice from a faceless, non-judgmental AI seems far more appealing than a real human.

Are you getting hit by wanderlust? Maybe it's time to take the family on a big adventure that has a bit of fun for everyone in the family.

My child is about to finish their first year in public school, and I already feel that they're regressing in progress from their previous Montessori education.

As first-time homebuyers scouting for a family home, navigating real estate can be a daunting endeavor. However, with the right strategies in place, you can cut a fantastic deal, securing your dream home while saving potentially thousands of dollars. Here are ten valuable tips to help you spot a good deal and negotiate like a pro.