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7 Ways to Make your Babysitter’s Job Easier

05/15/17 | Tips for Moms

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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 at kroger
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! 

Kidfresh meals 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.  

Ways to make your babysitter's job easier

 

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.

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  1. Stephanie says

    May 16, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    You’ve thought of everything! It’s not easy to deal with dinnertime as the parent – so for a sitter, it can be stressful. Kidfresh meals are such a great idea to alleviate that dinnertime craziness! #client

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  2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    May 23, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    I’ve always found that the best way to make the babysitter’s job easier is to keep the kitchen fully stocked with food for the kiddos.

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  3. Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says

    May 24, 2017 at 6:13 am

    Great tips to help make things easier for the sitter, dinner time can be a stressful time so anything you can do to bring that to a minimum is smart!

    Reply
  4. Dina Demarest says

    May 24, 2017 at 9:14 am

    Those look like meals my kids would love. We all need a night off from cooking too not just the babysitter. I’m putting it on my grocery list.

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  5. Valerie Gray says

    May 24, 2017 at 10:09 am

    This is perfect for a easy meal. There are days that I’m just excited that I can get food in their tummies. I know when I was a babysitter stuff like this in my life so much easier.

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  6. robin rue says

    May 24, 2017 at 1:30 pm

    I try to stock as much food as possible for my sitters. I remember always looking for snacks back when I babysat.

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  7. Liz Mays says

    May 24, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    This is some helpful advice. A little preparation does make things easier and having some handy meals ready is a good start.

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  8. Kelly Hutchinson says

    May 24, 2017 at 3:14 pm

    Such great tips for taking care of your babysitter. I am going to look for the Kidfresh meals. My kids would love these!

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  9. Pam Wattenbarger says

    May 24, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    These are great tips for making your sitter’s life as easy as possible. Also, these kid’s foods look good!

    Reply
  10. Theresa says

    May 24, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    It’s hard to find a good sitter, so when you do find one, you definitely need to try to treat them right and make things a little easier. These Kid Fresh Meals sound like a handy way to help get the kids fed without a lot of fuss!

    Reply
  11. Erin F says

    May 24, 2017 at 10:09 pm

    I haven’t heard of Kidfresh until now. It seems like a great way to make sure your baby sitter doesn’t have to work too hard making a meal or washing a ton of dishes from heating up food!

    PS – I agree, those spaghetti loops look pretty darn good!

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  12. Crystal says

    May 25, 2017 at 12:58 am

    I did a ton of babysitting when I was a teen. I always appreciated it when the parents would take these things into account. Cooking wasn’t something I was really comfortable doing at 16, so easy meals were so helpful.

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  13. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    May 25, 2017 at 9:31 am

    These are really great tips It’s not easy to be a babysitter. Glad you have these tips to help the parents and the babysitter!

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  14. Amanda Love says

    May 25, 2017 at 11:36 am

    It’s tough to look for good babysitters these days and when you find someone it’s important to take good care of them so that they will accept an offer for you the next time. These are great tips!

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  15. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    May 25, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    Thanks for these tips. Finding a good babysitter is really difficult. I know because we have been looking for one for the past 14 months. Treating a sitter like one of the family is the best way to show them that you do care for them too.

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  16. Our Family World says

    May 25, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    Babysitting is not an easy job, because they are standing in for the kids’ parents. I think having their food prepared beforehand, paying her a good, decent wage in a timely manner and showing appreciation for her hard work will make any babysitter happy and content in her job.

    Reply
  17. Sheena Tatum says

    May 25, 2017 at 6:38 pm

    Yes! Those are great tips. I always like having food on hand.

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  18. Dana Vento says

    May 26, 2017 at 1:10 am

    Kids are high energy and are constantly on the go. A babysitter needs to match that energy and must come prepared for however the day or night unfolds.

    Reply
  19. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says

    May 28, 2017 at 12:04 am

    Those kid meals would be very handy especially when you are short on time and you ned something for the babysitter to feed your kids while you’re away. Great tips!

    Reply

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