Deductions & credits

For the Child and Dependent Care Credit both spouses must have earned income if you are filing as Married Filing Jointly.

If you are filing as Married Filing Separately then you may not be eligible for the credit.

 

See this TurboTax support FAQ for filing jointly versus separately - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/married/help/is-it-better-for-a-married-couple-to-file-jointly-or-...