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Babysitters: How Young Is Too Young?
Got a gal coming over from the Babysitter's Club? Many young middle-school and high-school ladies enjoy watching over wee ones for a lil extra spending cash and moms typically like to hire them because their working rate is usually much lower than their older counterparts. While many of them take classes in first aid and CPR, some parents are still weary of their maturity and life experience and feel that a higher rate may be worth it in the end.
Eight Things Your Sitter Should Know
It's about time mom and pop went out for dinner without their little one. Mum's already done the legwork in finding a sitter, so now what? Keeping a selected caregiver informed will help mommy feel comfortable leaving her tot in someone else's care allowing her to let her hair down a lil easier.
Nanny Saves Toddler During Mumbai Siege
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We all live with the hope that our caregivers would give life or limb for our child in the event of an emergency, but rarely does a situation come to the point where the person needs to do so. One of the most miraculous stories to come out of the massacre in Mumbai last week was the heroism of Sandra Samuel, the nanny who risked her own life by whisking two-year-old Moshe Holtzberg to safety in the immediate aftermath of the attacks. After spending the night of the bombings hidden in a storage closet, Samuel heard the toddler calling for her.
Who Drives the Sitter Home?
Every time my husband and I go out, we argue about who will drive the sitter home.
Being a woman, I feel vulnerable driving around late at night on my lonesome.
My hubby argues that it's an uncomfortable ride — older man and younger woman with not much to talk about so we usually take turns.
Tending to Baby: Mommies Lose It When Nannies Cruise
Whether you've got your mama or a full–time nanny, every parent needs a helping hand every now and then.
For some mothers, especially those with time consuming careers, nannies or caretakers offer much more than assistance.
And when that help disappears, it sometimes sends a mum into shock and hysteria.
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Don't Rock the Babysitter's Boat
If there's one person mommy does not want to tick off, it's her child's caretaker. When disgruntled babysitters complain of working too late or having to clean up the mess the children make, many moms grin and bear it while other moms speak their minds. Mamas and papas may not be pleased with their current caring situation but they are often soft-spoken on the matter so that the children are not the recipients of the babysitter's frustrations.
Interview Tips For Hiring a Caretaker
Once a family has decided that hiring a nanny is the right childcare choice for their lifestyle, parents must set out to find the ideal caretaker to fit their needs and parenting style. While some mamas count on agencies, friends and relatives to provide them with leads, others visit the local playground to speak with other nannies about friends looking for jobs, or take to the web in search of the ideal candidate.
With a list of names in hand, it is time to start interviewing them to see just how well the candidate meshes with your family.
Hospital Stay: Did You Stay or Did You Go?
Aside from the groans of labor and the sterile aroma, registering at the hospital to deliver a baby can feel a bit like checking into a hotel for a getaway, especially second time mothers. Moms-to-be who are bursting at the seams are typically beyond ready to welcome their wee one to the world and rest up after the tough task of pushing or surgery. From the second mama arrives, the nurses and doctors will be catering to her every need.
Keeping Children of Working Moms Fit and Healthy
Pack your bags working moms, we're going on a guilt trip. As if there's not enough blame to push on the working mother, a new report came out giving those of us in the work force another reason to feel self-conscience for bringing home some bacon. A British study found that children of working mums spent more time watching television and had poorer eating habits than their peers with stay-at-home moms.
Peek-a-Belly: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?
Baby tummies are meant for tickling, kissing, and rubbing — especially those round delicious Buddha bellies. Onesies can often get in the way a good game of raspberries or smooches, which is why mompreneur Sue Zeiler came up with the idea of Peek-a-Belly ($28-$30). Mums who like to dress their wee guys in one-piece tees can still enjoy their infant's baby soft tum when dolled up in these infant inventions.
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