<![CDATA[Babysitter]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Childcare solutions: What is a mother's helper?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831329/childcare-solutions-what-is-a-mothers-helper You love your kids, but sometimes they drive you to the edge of sanity. It would be great to hire a regular babysitter, but your budget is just too tight these days. Have you considered enlisting the assistance of a mother’s helper? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831329/childcare-solutions-what-is-a-mothers-helper Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Naomi de la Torre Sat, 23 Feb 2013 22:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Setting babysitter expectations]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831067/setting-babysitter-expectations Help your sitter know what you expect when you use guidelines — in advance — to get on the same page. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831067/setting-babysitter-expectations Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Katie Kavulla Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:45:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Dealing with separation anxiety]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841417/dealing-with-separation-anxiety Whether you‘ve had six weeks or six months at home, going back to work can be traumatic for you and your baby. Easing her separation anxiety is an important step for you both. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841417/dealing-with-separation-anxiety Parenting New Moms New mom health and wellness Marye Audet Tue, 14 Jun 2011 09:23:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Top 5 Interview questions to ask a potential nanny]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831761/top-5-interview-questions-to-ask-a-potential-nanny Once you’ve decided that a nanny is right for your family and you have potential candidates, it’s time to get down to the business of interviewing. Knowing what questions to ask and how to ask them can help you find the best fit for your family. We asked an expert and have the top five interview questions to ask a potential nanny. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831761/top-5-interview-questions-to-ask-a-potential-nanny Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Laura Willard Mon, 30 May 2011 07:57:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Hiring a Nanny: Top 5 steps to take]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831775/top-5-steps-to-take-before-officially-hiring-a-nanny You’ve determined you need a nanny, you’ve found a great candidate and you’re ready to hire her. Stop! Before you officially hire a new nanny, make sure you’ve done these five things so that you -- and your new nanny -- can feel confident about the situation. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831775/top-5-steps-to-take-before-officially-hiring-a-nanny Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Laura Willard Mon, 18 Apr 2011 05:55:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Checking a babysitter's driving record]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/2062/checking-a-driving-record Is it feasible to check the driving record for a potential nanny or babysitter? Here's how you can verify that the childcare provider you're interviewing is a safe driver. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/2062/checking-a-driving-record Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Michelle Ehrich Sun, 28 Nov 2010 18:29:00 -0800 <![CDATA[When your child doesn't want to go home after daycare]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/4382/childcare-transitions-when-your-child-doesnt-want-to-come-home When your little one's not happy to be picked up after daycare, truly, nobody is happy. Here are some tips -- for both caregivers and parents -- to make the end-of-day transition a little easier for your child . http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/4382/childcare-transitions-when-your-child-doesnt-want-to-come-home Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Michelle Ehrich Tue, 28 Sep 2010 18:29:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Finding part-time childcare]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/2066/finding-parttime-childcare Finding childcare on a part-time basis is a lot harder than finding a full-time childcare provider. So how can you find the right babysitter for your child? Childcare expert Michelle Ehrich has some advice for you! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/2066/finding-parttime-childcare Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Michelle Ehrich