Babysits Community Resources
Helping children with homework
Helping a kid with homework is a moment that every parent will have to face sooner or later. But this isn’t only relevant for parents; babysitters may also find themselves helping a child with homework as well. However, in what ways can...
Rainy Day Activities for Kids
Unfortunately, sometimes the weather makes it impossible to go play outside or take a planned trip with kids. In these cases, it can be hard to come to a consensus over what activity to do or come up with new activities as alternatives.....
6 Tips for Helping Kids Sleep
Preparing a kid for bedtime can sometimes be quite a challenge. Some children just don't want to go to bed, or they have trouble relaxing and falling asleep. So, we've put together a few tips that can help parents and babysitters make a...
Babysitting an unruly child
It isn't always easy to take care of an unruly child while babysitting. This can be especially challenging when the child takes advantage of the absence of their parents in order to test your nerves and boundaries. Here are some tips for...
How to interview your babysitter
Interviewing a babysitter is one of the most important steps in finding the perfect babysitter for your family. While not all parents will ask the same questions during a babysitter or nanny’s interview, as not all situations are the sam...
These fruit and vegetable animals make eating healthy fun
Want to get your little ones more excited about eating fruits and vegetables? We have a fun idea: let's get creative and make cute animals out of them! Follow the simple steps below and have a fun time together. Besides learning about th...
Trusting your babysitter
Having to leave your children in the care of a babysitter for the first time can be incredibly unnerving for any parent. Check out the following tips to help make this process go smoothly for both you and the kids!
Free and printable coloring pages
Almost every child you babysit will enjoy coloring! Surprise them with a fun and original coloring page to fill in. Babysits has a collection of different fun coloring pages for children of all ages. Coloring is not only a fun activity f...
Day out activities for kids
Are you looking for a fun activity to get kids enthusiastic and keep them entertained? How about a day out? Day out activities can be a great, fun option for both you and the kids! If you’re babysitting, why don’t you ask the parents if...
Top tips to write a great Babysits profile
Looking for babysitting work? If you're looking for babysitting work, you need a great profile to increase your chances of being hired by families. Read top tips on how to improve your babysitting profile here!
8+ important tips for your first time babysitting
First time babysitting? Nervous about how it’s going to go? Well, have no fear! Check out our advice on how to be as prepared as possible for your first time babysitting.
First contact with the family
Meeting the babysitting family for the first time can be exciting and nerve-racking. Here we provide tips on how to make the most out of the first contact with the family and make a good first impression.
