Top Advice For Hiring a Full-Time Babysitter
Hiring in-home childcare seems like the best way to ensure top-notch care, but how do you make sure you’re getting the best?
Whether you’re returning to work shortly after giving birth or a few years later, childcare is something most parents need to consider at some point. Hiring an in-home babysitter, whether it’s your home or theirs, seems like the best way to make sure our children are in the best, most comfortable hands. Unlike daycare centers, though, a babysitter (or a nanny) doesn’t necessarily need any special training or qualifications. So how do you make sure you’re getting the best possible care for your child?
There are a few things you can do that will help you feel at ease and confident in your choice. Try the following pieces of advice to find the perfect caregiver for your child.
Ask about experience
Hiring a college or high school student can be a good way to save some money, particularly if you only need part-time care. The same can also apply to hiring someone who is retired.
But if your college or high school applicant has no siblings and has never taken care of children before, you may find yourself incredibly frustrated as they try to learn on the…