Babysitting!!!!?

Question

I'm going to start babysitting soon. Do you have any Tips for babysitting?

Answer 1

Become certified in child/infant CPR and first aid. Red Cross offers a baby-sitting class, take it if possible. Gather art supplies and books you can take with you, kids love new stuff. Always have the parents leave a list of emergancy #'s and any allergies the children have to foods. Also medicines as well just in case an emergency comes up and a hospital trip is needed.

Answer 2

Take a babysitting course; a lot of people won't accept kids with out taking one, remember to ask questions "whens bedtime" "what snacks are there" "can we go ouside" ,etc, bring toys and books; kids always love playing with others things every once in a while, know where the parents are goingin case of emergency, always have someone (i.e. your mom) you can phone if you need help, make sure to know if anyone will be stopping by, allergies and medications that need to be taken, stay with the kids at all times

Thats all I can think of right now.

Answer 3

know what to do i.c.o emergencies know the emergency numbers and who to contact. know if the client has any allergies and also know their hobbies