Childcare

Three Tel Aviv daycare workers indicted over alleged physical abuse of infants, toddlers

The childcare workers allegedly assaulted the children under the care, who were between six months and one-and-a-half years old, treating them as if they were objects.

Israeli daycare-aged children (illustrative). March 24, 2026.
Little girl with teddy bear near light wall indoors, back view

Shared vulnerability: Addressing child abuse in diverse Israeli communities

Police officers in Thailand, in Bangkok, Thailand (illustrative)

Israeli arrested in Thailand for allegedly operating childcare center without license, work permit

Israeli daycare-aged children (illustrative). March 24, 2026.

Israeli daycares plagued by licensing and inspection gaps, endangering toddlers, report finds


When do babies start walking and when should you buy shoes?

When will your baby take the first step, when to worry if it hasn't happened yet and what are the guidelines for buying their first shoes?

 When should your child be learning to walk? And when should you buy them shoes? (illustrative)

What does your child's favorite color say about them?

The connection between colors and early childhood emotions can be used as a diagnostic tool as the colors your kids prefer reflect moods, emotions and character traits.

Your child's favorite color could tell you more about them than you think (illustrative image of paint)

We need to think about Jewish infant care - opinion

Not only do parents need the childcare but birth of a first child is one of the two most significant entry points for future Jewish institutional involvement.

 THERE HAS been minimal effort to meet the needs of young parents and provide Jewish-based infant care in their communities, the writer maintains.

Sickness and stress: All the challenges facing parents in winter

Even those who love the cold season have problems when it comes to spending it with small children. So how can you make your life easier?

 A child plays outdoors in the rain (illustrative)

What do you do when the baby refuses to sit in the high chair?

Not every meal has to be a struggle. Before you despair, here are some ways to deal with stubborness.

Baby eating food. (illustrative)

Too many parents aren't giving their kids iron supplements

The first months of raising a baby aren't easy and many parents are overtired and might miss some important issues, one of which is ensuring that the baby has enough iron for optimal development.

 Infant eating food (illustrative)

Fetal alcohol syndrome: How does it happen and how dangerous is it?

Ron and Sarit Kaufman adopted a sweet baby a number of years ago from an orphanage in Russia. When they returned to Israel, they noticed that their son engaged in violent and uncontrolled behavior.

 Infant holding their parent's hand (illustrative)

Here are some activities for mothers and babies of any age to enjoy

Bat El Glazer, a baby development instructor, shares excellent ideas to pass the time with fun while developing kids’ skills according to their ages.

 What activities can you do with your babies and toddlers to help them develop their skills accordingly?

Arab mothers often unable to enroll children in preschool - study

Given the overall low rate of employment among Arab women the likelihood of a given Arab toddler being accepted into a program that their parents can afford is minimal at best.

Preschool classroom

What happens when a baby doesn't want to be put in their crib?

If every attempt to put the baby down is met with resistance and you no longer remember what it's like to have free hands, this article is for you.

 Illustrative image of a baby.