Community Posts, Tips & Support on Childcare & Education

Hey Everyone, Does anyone know of any baby sitting apps or websites for Toronto Area ? Sadly, my family members that do baby sit usually are seniors and are unable to care for my 7 month old daughter now. Also looking so that I can arrange some date nights with my fiance. If anyone knows any recommendations, w...

I need some mommy friends that can trade off babysitting instead of paying. In this economy? We need to help each other out 🗣️ who is in, vb?

How are you guys without family getting babysitters ? I’m in the UK, Manchester and don’t have anyone nearby. I’ve been thinking about hiring babysitters but I don’t trust anyone. Is there any sort of childcare like a nursery for kids as young as 3 months old? I only need an hour or 2 max. Like emergency childcare I...

Hi, I’m a first time mom who’s been curious about infant care around Houston! I’ve looked at only one option which was crème de la crème, but they did not offer partime care. I’m one of those extra moms who’s going out of their way to teach their baby sign language, doing daily activities to improve skills etc. A...

Hey guys! So my son is 5 months and I am needing to work more and my family can’t help out as much anymore, has anyone had any luck with govt childcare? I applied for the Early Headstart program but i barely make the cut and it could take up to a year bc of the waitlist. Is there any other programs you guys have ...

Moms I need some help! My son is 9 years old and in the 4th grade and he is struggling with reading and writing. He is generally great in math however they are now getting into word problems which is bringing a decline in grades. I am struggling because I have always loved reading but my oldest would rather look a...

If you have no family nearby, how do you go about finding a nanny for emergencies and/or sporadic needs? I have seen ads from agencies but am finding it hard to trust them.

I don’t even go until June but time is going so fast… I love my life away from work. Going back to work won’t be a break as I’m a teacher… I would step down to a lower paying job but then nursery fees would eat up all my salary so might as well stay at home 🤣😅

Looking for a new changing bag and nursery bag for my girl. Doesn’t have to be girly. Not sure on how big should a nursery bag be, she will be going nursery 2-3 mornings a week. My current changing bag is a bit of a nightmare, so looking for something more functional, practical, easy to carry and spacious.

Talking about when both parents work full time. How do you guys feel , do you feel forced to do more than your fair share?

My boy starts nursery on Monday. My parents have been our childcare up to this point. Any tips for helping him settle in? I will also be 39 weeks pregnant 😬

Just wondering if in the UK, nursery for 2 year olds have free hours even if I don’t work?? I’ve looked online and it doesn’t really mention non working parent, just working parents.

I ask as her settling days are Feb but official start date is beginning of March.

Morning! Just after some advice, when do our little ones grow out of Moses basket? I’m worried she is getting to big but I’m not ready for her to go into her own room she’s only 2 months. Does anyone have any good recommendations? ☺️

I've been at my school as an English Teacher (with leadership responsibilities) for 10 years but over the last few years, I've definitely lost my spark for it. Going back as a mam has been HARD, I feel like I'm 100mph constantly and always behind on everything, especially marking. I can't offer to do late nights nor...

kinda just want to vent/rant. My husband and I have pretty decent jobs that allow us to WFH and we bring in roughly $125k combined yearly. I just returned to work from Maternity Leave (5 months leave) and my husband split his Paternity Leave so now he is on an 8 week leave. My husband doesn’t return to work until ...

Has anyone used night nurses in the Boston area? Looking at Nightingale Night Nurses and Boston Baby Nurse and would love to get some insight on them.

Is your lo at nursery or you choosing to wait if not at nursery can you explain your reasons as I’m struggling with the idea to x

I'm moving back to Las vegas, and my oldest is 5 now. She'll be going to kindergarten in September she missed the cut-off. I know that's a long time from now, but I also have a 3 year and wanted to know if any moms have some preschool options? I'm looking for them to be in a good school and in a safe environment. I...

does anyone homeschool on here if so, what ages and what curriculum do you use like website etc. I have a seven month old and a four-year-old but with everything that this new president is trying to implement especially we’re trying to get rid of the DOE, my son received special services. He wants to change the curr...