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Deeply excited and proud to share our live childcare search site for Operation Child Care to support military families in the Norfolk/Hampton Roads area! Finding childcare is a national issue, but the lack of options is even more critical for military families. Our site shows every option available in the community- not just military programs but smaller, home-based programs that are often overlooked.

https://search.operationchildcare.org/

Upfront is part of the inaugural Equitech Techstars Accelerator! Equitech prioritizes leadership by underrepresented founders, diverse teams, and solutions that aim to address systemic societal challenges. We truly believe that innovation in the child care sector benefits the whole society and we believe that this experience can take our work to new heights!

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We have some big news and we can't wait to share it with all of our supporters! 11.15.21 STAY TUNED

We are so proud to have our two co-founders be highlighted in for innovation in the parent tech space! We want to change the way parents find affordable childcare and be the go-to resource for parents to find out how much something costs.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/marijabutkovic/2021/06/26/from-plant-based-diapers-to-meditation-and-easier-access-to-better-education-these-female-founders-are-redefining-what-parenthood-experience-looks-like/

The big debate: disposable vs cloth diapers. In a new blog post we try and break down all the factors to help you choose! Check it out at allupfront.com/blog!

Thank you Authority Magazine for sharing advice from our CEO, Dana Levin-Robinson, who has to balance being a mom with building the first site dedicated to bringing pricing transparency to parents. How does she do it? She asks for help when she needs it and tries to focus on one thing at a time. Learn more about how she manages at https://medium.com/authority-magazine/dana-levin-robinson-of-upfront-how-extremely-busy-executives-make-time-to-be-great-parents-f6f2c38bb5fb

Hi all- I'm the CEO and Co-Founder of Upfront (allupfront.com), and we're hiring two part-time roles: Account Executive (sales) and Data Analyst/Scraper. Come help us make life easier for parents! More details about the roles here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/upfront-jobs-worldwide?f_C=30076506&trk=top-card_top-card-primary-button-top-card-primary-cta&position=1&pageNum=0

Hello San Francisco and Bay area! We're excited to bring Upfront to Bay area parents and help connect them with daycares and preschools that fit their budget. We're thrilled to be here so SF parents come and check us out!

It's just a really high number for both. But at least with Upfront, you can find out the number before you get in your car.

What toddler doesn't struggle with feeling overwhelmed most days? We want to share some strategies for teaching your toddler mindfulness and work on managing those feelings. Check it out on our newest blog post! http://bit.ly/2MpsXaZ

Delaying preschool or daycare because of COVID-19? Check out our article on on things you can do with your child to prepare them for school when you are ready. Hint: None of it includes knowing letters or numbers. http://bit.ly/39SgKof

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Delaying Preschool or Daycare Because of COVID-19? Here’s What to Do at Home "With the onset of COVID-19, many parents have been forced to delay their toddler’s entry into daycare or preschool. Here are things you can do with your child to help mimic what they would learn and be more prepared when you are ready to send them."

For the first post in our "City Spotlight" series, we are highlighting NAPS + Nurture by NAPS. NAPS & Nurture by NAPS is a unique program that provides women with personalized support from trusted and experienced Registered Nurses, through a menu of services that are virtual, in-home, as well as a robust online learning platform inside their membership Nurture by NAPS. We were so grateful to have the opportunity to speak with one of the founders, Emily Silver, and share her advice for new moms. Check it out on our blog at https://www.allupfront.com/city-spotlight-boston-nurture-by-naps/

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City Spotlight: Boston Nurture by Naps - Upfront Boston represents our second city launch and we are thrilled to be able to bring Upfront and the ability to search daycare prices to Boston parents. We also want to highlight other local resources for parents which is why we started “City Spotlight!” For our first “City Spotlight” post we ha...

Our co-founder, Shefali Shah, talks about Upfront and shares tips on how to find a daycare in a new article published by Mother.ly! We want parents to research daycares that are actually within their budget and not waste time on ones that are not. At Upfront, we believe in pricing transparency and how we should all aim to ! https://www.mother.ly/parenting/how-find-childcare-during-pandemic

Oh hey there LA! We're Upfront and we're excited to make the search for daycares easier for parents from the east coast to the west coast. Search through thousands of daycare listings at www.allupfront.com.

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Getting a two-year-old to wear a mask can seem like an impossible feat when you consider how challenging it can be to get a two-year-old to do anything. But if you are considering putting your toddler in any sort of daycare setting you need to prioritize mask wearing as many childcare providers are requiring them as well. We have a few strategies on how to get your toddler to wear a mask in our new blog post. Here is the link: http://bit.ly/39JuJvf

Torn between daycare and a private nanny? Hear how two childcare experts from Apiari and Upfront weigh the pros and cons of each to help guide families through one of the toughest parenting decisions.
https://theapiari.com/the-sweet-life/daycare-vs-nanny

Parenting Decisions: Daycare vs. Nanny — Apiari Daycares and private nannies/babysitters are two of the most common options for childcare. Learn how to decide which is best for your family.

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Make way for Upfront Boston! We're ready to help Boston parents find the right daycare for their location and budget and we're excited to be here!

As a new startup, we have so much to be thankful for this year, but most of all YOU! See what our co-founders are thankful for this year.

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Just a little mood boost as we head into the holiday weekend . . .check out these adorable photos of a few little turkeys celebrating their first Thanksgiving! Photo Credit:

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A quote from our CEO and Co-Founder, Dana Levin-Robinson, during an interview with from Bloomberg Radio. Dana spoke about what inspired her to start Upfront and why she is committed to providing pricing transparency to consumers across multiple industries starting with daycares.

Would you go look at an apartment without knowing the rent beforehand? We didn't think so. Yet, in New York, where infant daycare costs 4.7% more than the average rent parents are expected to tour a daycare without knowing the cost. At Upfront we're on a mission to make sure you have pricing information before you walk into a daycare.

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There is so much to think about when budgeting for a daycare! Make sure to find out what the price includes and if there are any additional fees you'll be responsible for. More tips on our blog at https://buff.ly/2HYvwOB

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While your children are at a daycare, you might want them to do more than just play and nap. Finding out the education style of a daycare is important. Will children be in more of a classroom setting? Or will they have more freedom to learn on their own? Learn more on our blog: https://buff.ly/3jGF3XI

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There's so much to think about when touring a daycare. Check out our guide to top red flags to be on the lookout for. https://buff.ly/2GKz3zV

To determine the value of childcare, consider what’s included in the price. If your choice of childcare is higher-priced, does it include the services you want? Can you keep the cost within budget by giving up extras? Decide which services are essential and which you can live without. Read more on our blog:

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Childcare Pricing: How to Evaluate the Value of Childcare - Upfront When choosing the best childcare option for your family, there's a lot to consider including how to evaluate the value of childcare.

One of the most important considerations for parents is understanding how a daycare will care for their children. Are kids split up by age? Will they be split up into different groups? Will the daycare provider follow any schedules you have set for them? For younger children or babies, will the daycare follow any feeding or sleeping schedules you have at home? Read more on our blog https://buff.ly/3jGF3XI

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No tricks, just treats, have a fa-boo-lous Halloween!

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Did you know? According to the Economic Policy Institute, families spend 22% of their house hold income on infant care for one child.

Source: Economic Policy Institute, July 2019.

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What was your daycare search process like? What worked and what could have been better? Comment below!

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Join us for a conversation hosted by , led by our founder, Dana Levin-Robinson and founder Yi-Hsian Godfrey as we discuss how to go about Finding The Right Daycare For Your Family. When? Nov 10 @ 2pm EST. RSVP for free at https://buff.ly/31oK7JS

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You’ll want to choose a daycare that has convenient hours, as well as one that is close to your home or workplace. The hours and the location should work for you. Some questions to consider: Are they open late? What time do they open? How do schedules work around holidays?

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Join us for and watch us pitch at the on Friday, October 23rd from 4:30-6:30pm EST. Register at https://buff.ly/3jbrf7l