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The quest for the perfect babysitter is usually a time of anxiety for parents who choose this type of care. Whether at home or outside, there are numerous risks to your little darlings, it is important not choose lightly.

In this folder you will find some ideas to help you find and select your babysitter and small tricks that will let you know if he or she will be a good match.

Find the gem; the dream of all parents.

To understand the risks that parents might experience by hiring a babysitter, you have to go through them.  

Select a babysitter by clearly identifying the desired qualities.

Most parents want a fun, loving person who is full of energy and offers creative activities for children. But we recommend that your first criteria be maturity and sense of responsibility. Your babysitter should be full of good sense and meticulous in ensuring the safety of children. Some parents also prefer that the babysitter assumes the role of a big sister or big brother. It's not necessarily easy to manage on his or her side though because they must maintain some authority over children..

You can also do a number of things to make things go smoother with the babysitter such as introducing her to the children before she comes over to watch them. Lauren at Working Mom Magic offers tips to Beat the Babysitter Blues.

Find a babysitter, even in an emergency

It is complicated for parents to hire a babysitter. Especially when the situation is urgent and you do not have time to put the odds on your side. Here are some tips to help you quickly find a trusted person who will care for your children when you're away.

Based on which criteria should you choose?

Hiring a babysitter can be like tackling obstacle course. All the people who say they are  "experienced" will not necessarily live up to your expectations. Certain criteria will make you immediately give up the idea hire a particular person and others will strengthen your decision. Trust your feelings when choosing your babysitter. If she has some shortcomings you can also give her advice so that she improves gradually with your children.

How to coach and brief your babysitter

Should we leave the children alone with the babysitter manage as soon the first minute? Certainly not! You will need to introduce the children, the house and explain your rules of life and education. Read this article to learn how to start your babysitter out on the right track.