For many parents, few things are more stressful than choosing the perfect babysitter. While you know the best hands are your own, you can’t be with your children 24/7. With the recent stories of abuse in daycare centers across the country, hiring a babysitter you can trust may be a good alternative. A good babysitter is someone who will take on your role when you’re away. A babysitter will wipe tears, diffuse fights, and maybe even whip up a batch or two of cookies.
Thankfully, there are steps you can take to make hiring a good babysitter easier. Know where to look for a babysitter – and what to ask in an interview.