It is up to the parents to decide if their child is ready and capable of taking care of themselves for a few hours during the day. The recommended age for staying home alone is no younger than 12, ...

Here’s what experts say to consider when deciding whether a child is ready to be home alone: The American Academy of Pediatrics says most children are not ready to handle emergencies until about age ...

Parents should assess their child's maturity, responsibility, and comfort level before leaving them unsupervised. Factors like the duration, frequency, and time of day of being home alone should be ...

School will be out soon and working parents are looking for summer childcare options or camps, as well as wondering if there kids are old enough to be left alone or are they old enough to babysit ...

Multiple local companies running babysitting, first aid and home alone courses in Alberta told CBC News they saw a surge in ...

South Carolina has no legal minimum age for leaving children home alone, but experts recommend at least 9 years old. Clear rules and accessible emergency contact information are crucial for preparing ...

The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) recommends not leaving a child under the age of 12 ...

Note: A version of this story first published in July 2024. It might be for a quick trip to the grocery store or because of an 8-hour work day, but all parents eventually ask themselves: "Can I leave ...

South Carolina has no legal minimum age for leaving children home alone, but experts recommend at least 9 years old. Clear rules and accessible emergency contact information are crucial for preparing ...

Summer is a time for block parties, daytrips to the waterpark and lots of family fun. But what if parents want to get away from the house for a few hours to unwind away from the kids? Is that legal in ...