What To Look For In A Babysitter
Here are some guidelines to help you in this life-changing decision about whom you can truly entrust your little one to while you go back to work or when you have to do important errands.
Mommies feel more comfortable and confident when baby is left in the care of family. Often, we have relatives whom we prefer, like your own mother or favorite Tita. Here are some guidelines to help you in this life-changing decision about whom you can truly entrust your little one to while you go back to work or when you have to do important errands.
FINDING THE RIGHT BABYSITTER FOR YOUR BABY
- Is she ready and responsible? Just because your kamag-anak agrees to take care of your baby, it doesn’t mean she is ready. Observe her body language and her personality well if she can take the responsibility. If you feel she cannot, don’t risk leaving baby with her.
- Is she patient with kids? A 6-month-old baby can be energetic and makulit. That is why taking care of baby is the ultimate test of patience. Check out if your potential babysitter can handle your bulilit’s kakulitan.
- Is she energetic and active? Your babysitter’s energy must match that of your little one. She must be proactive and quick to respond to the needs of baby.
- Does she follow your instructions well? Moms always have a long list of bilins about their babies, be it about feeding schedules, dietary requirements, allergies, and other baby stuff. You must make sure that the relative you choose is not pasaway or all-knowing so that she will insist on her own childcare style. Talk to her about it and make sure she will follow to the last detail whatever you say about your baby’s care.
GENTLE REMINDERS FOR MOMS ABOUT BABYSITTERS
- Be sure about her availability. Show respect by checking beforehand if your relative will be available on the date and time you need to leave baby with her. Confirm this schedule with her.
- Be profuse with thanks. Taking care of an apo or pamangkin is a source of great joy, but it is no easy task. Make sure to let your kamag-anak know constantly how much you appreciate her help in taking care of your child.
- Don’t force your relative. Keep your mind open about finding outside help for baby, such as a full-time yaya or a stay-out helper. Your relative can be around to simply oversee or supervise.
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