Finding a reliable baby sitter for your baby is certainly a crucial decision. Hence it is important to consider the following -
- It is better to start your search with the people you know. Take opinions from other parents and friends. Consider their references; probably they had a good experience with the baby sitter.
- Use a renowned sitter finding service who can help you with a professional babysitting services along with a background check on the proposed nanny.
- Check out bulletin boards near schools, community centres, colleges, or libraries. You can also take suggestions from colleagues on the same.
- Look locally or place an ad in the local newspaper or community newsletter. You can also check online for babysitting agencies
- Do reference check by screening a potential babysitter thoroughly. Make sure that you check each reference properly.
- Interview the babysitter and lay strict rules that the nanny needs to follow.
- It is extremely important that you stay in contact with the babysitter when you are at work. To keep a check on the babysitter, drop in home a little earlier than expected, to see how things are managed.
- Let the babysitter know that she can call you anytime she needs.
- Plan a few of your child's favourite activities with the babysitter. This will keep your child playful and busy.
