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The school system is such a major part of families’ lives. Once our kids start formal schooling, the school calendar dictates when family vacations happen, the bell schedule dictates when we get up and when we have dinner, not to mention the impact of school on a child’s wellbeing and education. So I have been…
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Thinking of moving to Seattle with kids? Or are you already living here but now you are expecting a child (or have a child who will soon start formal schooling) and wondering if you should switch neighborhoods? Safety, school quality and diversity are some of the top considerations for places to live for many families.…
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The answer is, it depends (as it is often does). Every family will have a different set of priorities and needs. For example, being near the parents’ place of work will be very important for some families. For others, it might be access to certain services. However, the factors that many families will want to…
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So you are expecting to become a new parent in Seattle – congratulations! In the midst of all the doctor’s appointments, thinking of baby names, getting stuff ready, you may also be thinking of childcare options if you are planning on returning to work after your baby is born. Every city looks a little different…
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Once upon a time, when a woman had kids, she could rely on her extended family to help her. Grandmothers, aunts, neighbors and even the occasionally grandfather or uncle might watch the kids. The mom could blissfully focus on making the roast in the kitchen while smoothing out her spotless apron. In theory. Or in…
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It shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that your workload increases dramatically when you become a parent. But by how much exactly? And is it even possible for two working parents to hold down two jobs while maintaining a reasonable standard of living at home? As a working parent, the day-to-day can often just feel…
