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11 Characteristics of a Great Babysitter

11 Characteristics of a Great Babysitter

Are you thinking about becoming a babysitter and caregiver? What are parents and children looking for when interviewing a babysitter? Find out if babysitting is the right job for you. It doesn't matter if you're a paid babysitter or a family member doing it for free....

15 Things You Should Never Do While Babysitting

15 Things You Should Never Do While Babysitting

There are tons of things to do while babysitting that are fun, engaging, and parent approved. For instance, see my post 20 Fun Things To Do While Babysitting. On the other hand, there are also plenty of things you should NEVER do while babysitting. Getting a...

How To Say No To Babysitting Family

How To Say No To Babysitting Family

Are you being asked to babysit family? Do you say yes, but on the inside, you really mean no? Are you saying yes just because you feel guilty? How do you say no to babysitting family? Though it's great to babysit family and it's especially a great way to bond with...

How To Babysit Older Kids

How To Babysit Older Kids

No matter what the age of the child is that you're babysitting, there are challenges that come along with it. I have covered the basics of babysitting infants and toddlers, so lets now move on to older kids. How do you babysit older kids? Through this post, the term...

Pros and Cons of Using Family Members as Babysitters

Pros and Cons of Using Family Members as Babysitters

Are you looking for someone to babysit your child? Do you often rely on family members such as Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and cousins for childcare? It is not my place to tell you whether or not to use family members for your babysitting needs. There are pros and...

How To Keep Your Babysitter Happy

How To Keep Your Babysitter Happy

So they don't quit on you! Finding a good babysitter who's reliable, responsible, and trustworthy is no easy task. However, once you've struck gold and found that diamond in the rough, you'll need to keep them happy. In order for your reliable source to return to your...

How To Babysit an Infant

How To Babysit an Infant

Choosing to babysit an infant is a major commitment. What is an infant? Infants are children under 12 months old (1 year). In some instances you may hear that they have extended this stage of life for up to 2 years old, however, for the purposes of this post, I will...

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For Aunts

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For Aunts

Are you looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift for your Aunt? Do you know someone who's becoming a new Aunt?  If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then you've come to the right place.  Below is a list of my favorite Mother's Day gifts ideas for...

How To Babysit Toddlers

How To Babysit Toddlers

Toddler years are children ages 12 months (1 year) to 36 months (3 years). During this stage of their lives, you'll start to see some very significant changes and advancements in their physical development. They'll start to walk, speak, and engage with you a whole...

Great Gifts Ideas for Boys Ages 5-8

Great Gifts Ideas for Boys Ages 5-8

Are you looking for a great birthday or holiday gift for boys around the age of five to eight years old? Do you have a nephew or little boy turning 5-8 years old soon? Are you having trouble figuring out what to get for him? Whether it's for her birthday, special...