7 Ways to Make your Babysitter’s Job Easier

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As a parent, you probably know that finding a reliable babysitter that both you and your kids love is a huge asset. It’s a comforting feeling, isn’t it? To show your appreciation, there are several ways to make his or her job easier. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.

1. Make sure you have meals on hand! 

I know my kids are literally always hungry and I can only imagine how frustrating it can be for a babysitter trying to raid your fridge for a suitable meal to calm the kids down. Additionally, after being on duty for several hours, they are likely to get hungry too and don’t always feel comfortable preparing a meal for themselves. That’s one reason I love having a stack of Kidfresh meals on hand for everyone.   I’ve been a fan of Kidfresh meals for a long time and it is my go to for a quick, healthy meal my kids love.  Kidfresh meals are ready to eat in just minutes give moms the convenience of not having a necessarily prepare a meal before leaving the house or worry about leaving the babysitter money for pizza.

Besides the convenience, Kidfresh meals are actually a very healthy option for parents. It’s made with ½ cup of hidden veggies in every Kidfresh meal and fresh frozen as soon as they are prepared to ensure maximum nutrition.  Kidfresh meals deliver best in class in protein content and offer key nutrients for growing children (calcium, iron etc..) and are moderate in fat and sodium. They  are a great sources of proteins, vitamins, calcium, iron, fiber, and more and are  less than 400 calories. Best of all, Kidfresh meals and sides contain no Artificial Flavors or Ingredients, no synthetic colors or preservatives, short and clean ingredient lists. They come in the following varieties and range for just $2.99 to $3.99 at your neighborhood Kroger store. Plus, for a limited time, you can save at least 15% off the everyday retail price at Kroger so be sure to check it out!

Kidfresh meals available:

• Single Serve: Wagon Wheels Mac + Cheese, Spaghetti Loops + Meat Sauce, Muy Cheesy Quesadillas
• Multi-serve meals include: Super Duper Chicken Nuggets, Mighty Meaty Chicken Meatballs, Fun-Tastic Fish Sticks
• Sides include: Totally Rockin’ Tots and SuperBlastin’ Bites

Our new favorite is the Spaghetti Loops! 

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Once you’ve got their meals covered, here are a few more things you can do to make your babysitter’s job easier. 

2. Pay Promptly and Fairly

Unless you’ve come to an agreement beforehand, always pay your babysitter promptly.  They’ve usually agreed to do the job under the pretense that they would be $XX richer by the end of the task and it’s extremely unfair to expect them to wait to get their payment.  Prepare accordingly to have your babysitter’s payment ready by the end of the evening.

3. Provide Emergency Contact Information

No one likes to think about the possibility of something happening to their children, when they’re away. Unfortunately, an accident or injury can happen to anyone at any time. Failure to provide emergency contact information can mean the difference between your child’s well-being and a terrible tragedy.  Have your emergency contact list readily available for your babysitter on the fridge or somewhere else it can be easily found. 

4. Supply all of the essentials your child(ren) may need

This includes allergy meds, diapers (if applicable), electronic devises and dolls your child will absolutely not sleep without.  For obvious reasons, it makes the whole experience a whole lot easier!

5. Make Your Sitter Feel Safe

As they are spending time in your home for those hours, make sure to acquaint them with your fire extinguisher locations, alarm instructions and any other potential safety hazards in your home.  

6. Don’t Get Too Personal

Every parent needs someone to talk to, from time to time. That being said, it’s never a good idea to get too personal with the person caring for your children. Although you might feel better, after sharing your problems, this will probably make your babysitter feel extremely uncomfortable.

 7. Make Your Sitter Feel Welcome (And appreciated)

Last, but certainly not least, it’s crucial to make your babysitter feel welcome from the moment you open the door. No one wants to be in an unfriendly environment, especially when there’s an important job at hand. While not getting too personal as I mentioned earlier, be sure to take a moment to show how much you appreciate your sitter for being available to you and your children in your time of need.  

These are just a few easy things you can do to make things easier on your babysitter. All of them are easy to put into play and won’t break the bank. Remember, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with “going the extra mile” for a great babysitter. I can almost guarantee that your kindness will be more than a little bit appreciated!

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Trust and Credibility with Kidfresh Meals

At Kidfresh, they have made it their mission to create nutritious options for kids’- ones that children love to eat and parents can trust.  Created with the help of a top chef and a pediatric nutritionist, Kidfresh meals are consistent with USDA dietary guidelines for all children. Meals are are packaged in BPA-free trays to ensure that you can safely prepare them at home. All Kidfresh boxes are eco-friendly and made from 100% recycled cardboard as well.