Babysitting
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The Difference Between a Nanny, a Babysitter, and an Au Pair
If you have children, and no nearby family members clamoring to take them off your hands once in a while, you’ve probably been — or will be — in the market for childcare. There are a handful of different people who can offer in-home care to your little ones. But what’s the difference between the…
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How Much You Should Pay Your Babysitter In 2020, Based On Where You Live
Every year, UrbanSitter releases results of its study of more than 25,000 families across the United States that helps determine the average hourly babysitting rate (by major city). And every year, the average hourly cost inches up and parents cringe, but we have to admit our babysitters deserve it.
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An Age-by-Age Guide To Entertaining Children
Before I had kids of my own, I always felt awkward around youngsters at family gatherings. Sure, I wanted to play with somebody else’s baby, or even know how to keep them busy if a friend needed me to watch their child, but I had no idea how. It turns out the job isn’t hard…