Many parents are not aware that their perfect little baby who once ate any pureed food given to them, as a toddler- might refuse these types of food tastes.  As the babysitter you might see this child as being a 'fussy eater' but the actual truth is that just like adults, children's taste...

Having run a babysitter platform for the last 7 years we understand that in-person Paediatric First Aid courses are not cheap, especially if you are a student or just starting out as a babysitter. We do however also understand that no one should die or become critically ill because they needed...

Your babysitter profile photo is the first impression that a parent has of you and is considered to be a big part of whether a parent will book you or not. Make sure to choose a photo that is friendly and inviting! 

Here are some do's to consider when choosing a picture of yourself...

When it comes to applying for a DBS it can be an anxious wait because any delays in the process can result in you being delayed starting a new job or advertising your sitter services out to potential parents. This can lead to much frustration so it's important that before applying for a DBS...

We highly recommend that you carry your own First Aid Kit with you to every babysitter booking that you do. Having your own First Aid Kit means that you are immediately able to deal with any emergency as it arises and it also shows the parents that the safety of their children during the booking...

In order for you to share with the world that your sitter service is open for business, you need to ensure that you have a great sitter profile. 

You need to have a babysitter profile, but why?

When you advertise yourself out as a sitter to parents you are likely competing with hundreds of...

The British Babysitting Association recommends that you get your own First Aid kit that you take with you on all of your bookings. But Why?

You’d like to think that each parent is going to have first aid equipment in their home but the likelihood is you won’t be able to find it, it...

Firstly, you do need to be 16 years and older to apply for a Basic DBS certificate - so if you are under 16 - you’ll just have to wait I am afraid - but it is not a legal requirement so that doesn’t prevent you from babysitting.

If you are over 16, it is super simple to...

Which parent doesn't like a well-wrapped present with an awesome gift tag under the Christmas tree? Especially if the gift tag is made by their child. Or maybe a sweet homemade Christmas decoration to remember time spent with you as their babysitter? These great pottery gift tags or...

How about having a sweet Christmas meal with the children you look after with Rudolph Reindeer name place settings? These can be made in any colour and can be made with bits and bobs found in the parents' craft cupboard or from crafts you have brought to the booking yourself. After you have made...

How to make 'The Best Dippy Eggs Ever!'

Working as a before-school sitter or an overnight sitter means that it is your responsibility to make breakfast for the children you are looking after. You don't need to worry anymore about giving them the mundane bowl of cereal or that piece of dry...

Babysitter work is any work in the parents' home. The moment you start having children in your own home you start to be classed as a childminder and there are a whole bunch of regulations around this kind of work.  The only exception is if you are a wedding sitter, holiday sitter, or hotel...