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 Babysitter Basics - Some Things You Should Know

   By Kathy Steinemann

If you have kids, finding a babysitter is #1 on the ‘to-do list’ before you embark on your romantic getaway. Problem is, finding a babysitter may not be an easy task. Read on!

If you have kids, finding a babysitter is #1 on the 'to-do list' before you embark on your romantic getaway.

If you do not already have a great sitter, ask friends, relatives, your minister, the librarian, a teacher, or someone similar for referrals. Do not accept someone too young for the responsibility, and do not employ an unknown individual. You should hire new sitters for some smaller assignments before you trust them while you leave town.

If you are really stuck, search the net - 'finding babysitter' is a good search term to start with.

In addition to lining up a good sitter, you should have a friend or relative available to take over in emergency.

Of course, your babysitter will need:

  • A detailed itinerary with your contact numbers while away

  • Local emergency numbers

  • Contact information for doctor/pediatrician

  • Information on feeding schedules, allergies, and medical conditions

  • Contact information for your kids' friends

  • A general letter stating that your babysitter is caring for your children in your absence

  • Information about any quirks with your heating and air conditioning system, laundry equipment, kitchen appliances

  • Anything else you can anticipate that will make life easier for your sitter and lessen your separation anxiety

    If you can afford it, a videophone set is a good item to purchase for extended getaways where you will have access to a telephone jack. You can talk to the kids, and will be reassured by the fact that they do not appear emaciated, sleep-deprived, or unkempt.

    Once you have all your arrangements made, stop worrying about the kids and have fun! That is the whole reason for your romantic rendezvous - right?

    (c) Copyright Kathy Steinemann: This article is free to publish only if this copyright notice, the byline, and the author's note below (with active links) are included.

    About the Author:

    This adult getaway article was written by Kathy Steinemann. You will find romantic lodging like bed and breakfasts, as well as hostels and discount hotels, at 111 Travel Directory. Do you need some helpful travel tips? Visit 1000 Tips 4 Trips. Article Source: Adult Escapes - http://www.AdultEscapes.com

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      Article added 05/10/07, last revised 11/04/07.

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