Safety First Babysitting

It is NEVER okay to hit or shake a baby or child

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When children challenge your authority or argue with you, giving them choices is often an effective strategy.

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Writing down important information and arriving early to meet the children are NOT important parts of babysitting.

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Staying close to the children you are caring for is important, even if you are hired for a short time.

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Yelling and screaming louder than a child having a temper tantrum will get him to stop.

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It's your right to invite a friend over to the house when you are babysitting.

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When a baby is crying, it's best to just leave the baby alone and let him cry it out.

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An empty toilet paper roll is a good device for measuring toys to avoid choking hazards.

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Asking to learn the location of the security alarm, a fire extinguisher and smoke alarm will assure the family that you are responsible and will help you prepare for an emergency.

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Heat a baby's bottle of milk in the microwave to get the most even results.

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