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Laura Bruzzaniti

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I'm a journalist, author of two books, and a mother. For years, I've been writing about parenthood in search of answers to the thousands of questions parents ask every day.

Laura Bruzzaniti
Fun and Educational Games for 6–7 Year Olds
20.01.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

Fun and Educational Games for 6–7 Year Olds

Need game ideas for 6–7 year olds? This guide features over 25 enjoyable, age-appropriate activities to help kids improve attention, creativity, and fine motor coordination. From simple crafts and board games to movement-based challenges, each activity promotes learning through play.

When is a baby old enough for a babysitter?
13.01.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

When is a baby old enough for a babysitter?

Wondering when your baby is old enough for a babysitter? While there’s no single “right” age, short and gradual separations are possible even in the early months when the babysitter is experienced and routines are respected.

Calculate Your Babysitter’s Rate with the Sitly Calculator
28.11.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

Calculate Your Babysitter’s Rate with the Sitly Calculator

Find out how much to pay a babysitter in your area. Sitly’s Babysitter Rate Calculator shows average rates across Norway and helps you estimate a fair hourly wage based on your city, number of children, and any extra duties.

How much does a babysitter earn in Norway? Complete guide 2026
14.11.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

How much does a babysitter earn in Norway? Complete guide 2026

Are you working as a babysitter or planning to start? This guide covers the updated 2025 rates in Canada, the average hourly pay, and practical examples to help you calculate how much to charge based on your experience, location, and work schedule.

From What Age Can You Safely Leave Your Child Home Alone?
02.08.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

From What Age Can You Safely Leave Your Child Home Alone?

There’s no strict legal age for leaving a child home alone—it depends on maturity, safety, and context. This guide gives parents age-based recommendations, key safety rules, and preparation tips to help children become more independent at the right pace. Learn what your child should know before staying home alone, how to plan for emergencies, and how babysitters can support independence too.

25 Fun and Educational Games for 5-Year-Olds to Get Ready for school
30.07.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

25 Fun and Educational Games for 5-Year-Olds to Get Ready for school

Discover effective and enjoyable games to help 5-year-olds develop the key skills needed for starting school. Activities like threading beads improve fine motor skills essential for writing, while memory games strengthen visual recognition and concentration. Spatial awareness games teach concepts like left and right, making it easier for children to understand letter directions and follow instructions. These playful exercises not only prepare kids academically but also boost their confidence and independence as they get ready for primary school.

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