Childcare

Childcare doesn't have to break the bank. Financial assistance and low-cost options can help save money.

These sites make it easy for you to connect with caregivers and streamline the hiring process.

Wondering if hiring an au pair is the right decision for your family? Here’s the cost of hosting an au pair.

Considering a nanny for your family? Start here to find out what it really costs.

Here are the pros and cons of in-home daycare and how to find the right one for your family.

Sometimes having one parent stay at home with the baby just makes sense. Here’s what to know.

Hosting an au pair can be a cost-effective childcare option if you have space in your home.

Touring daycare centers is essential to the application process. Be sure to ask these questions at every tour.

Why you might choose a daycare, and how to pick the daycare that's right for you and your family.

Be especially wary (maybe, run!) if you notice any of these problems on your daycare tours

Looking for a daycare? Here are the signs you may have found the right one.

A nanny share can be a great lower cost alternative to a single-family nanny.

Just hired a nanny, but aren’t sure what happens next? Here are the keys to building a great relationship.

The birth plan, the name, the stroller—they’re all key decisions. But few are as daunting as childcare.

More than 17% of families worked with a nanny, according to our Babylist childcare survey.

You’ve done the research, crunched the numbers and now it’s time for the next step: hiring the perfect nanny.