Don't sit on the baby the ultimate guide to sane, skilled, and safe babysitting

Provides advice, tips, and strategies for teenagers who want to find, keep, and excel at part-time babysitting jobs.

Main Author: Bondy, Halley, 1984-
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: San Francisco, CA : Zest Books, 2012.
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Table of Contents:
  • Babysitting breakdown. What is babysitting? ; What kind of sitter are (or aren't) you? ; Types of jobs to suit your schedule ; What to expect from kids 0 to 10 ; Getting started
  • Essential skills. Feeding hungry mouths ; Dealing with diapers and potties ; Getting kids dressed ; Playtime ; Using constructive discipline ; Helping with homework ; Bathing children safely ; Putting kids to bed ; Keeping kids healthy ; Avoiding preventable emergencies ; Taking care of yourself
  • Business basics. Landing the job ; Deciding how much to charge ; Knowing your rights and obligations ; Updating the parents ; Keeping and quitting a job ; Taking things further.