As school ends for summer, it leaves many working parents struggling with childcare. Here's what Arizona says about leaving ...

You have to run a quick errand and it’s not worth battling your kid to put on their shoes and get in the car. Honestly, it would be easier to leave them at home — but is that legal? Bottom line: It's ...

School is out and so are the kids for summer break. But who's going to watch them until school starts up again? While some parents are able to stay home with kids, others book them into summer camps, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Is it legal to leave your kids home alone in Kentucky? While there is no Kentucky law specifying the age at which children can be left home alone, KRS 600.020 determines what constitutes as child ...

When is a child old enough to stay home alone in Maryland? Here's what MD state law says about minimum age to stay home alone ...

The question comes up often from parents: When is it safe to leave a child alone? There is no simple answer, said Judy Krysik, associate director for academic affairs at Arizona State University's ...