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5 Signs of a bad babysitter

by Bongiwe Mati
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Babysitters are people who look after our little ones when we can’t or when we are not around to do so, therefore it is important that we do not turn a blind eye to signs that might indicate they are not good for their job.

While a potential can ace the screening process you might have prepared before employing them, the practical part of their job might be too much for them to handle. It is always important to keep your eyes open where your kids are concerned to spot any changes that might reflect unhappiness. We’ve compiled five signs that may assist you in distinguishing if you have a bad babysitter looking after your child.

Your child has been in one too many easily avoidable accidents

It is not uncommon for accidents to happen especially where kids are concern. If these accidents are constant and show signs that they could have been avoided, Baby Centre- a pregnancy, children’s health, parenting information hub that offers advice from expert- suggests that your babysitter might be leaving your child unattended.

Your babysitter isn’t following your requests

You and the babysitter have a similar goal and that is to look after the child, it is then important that she does not think she has more say in your child, says the above-mentioned hub.

Your child is overly hungry or tired

If you notice that your child is suddenly getting hungrier and seem to be more tired, the Baby Centre explains that those signs might mean that the child is not keeping to their regular nap times and they might also be skipping meals, something of great concern.

You’re dealing with a lack of communication

If for some reason you struggle to get through your helper during the day while at work that is a sign of lack of communication, and it can leave you unsettled whenever you have to be away. This is also a sign that your babysitter does not really understand the specifics of her job shares online marketplace that connects caregivers with families looking assistance Care.

You just have a bad feeling

As a mother, always trust your gut when it comes to your kids shared the Baby Centre.

Also see: How to become a surrogate mother

 

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