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8 babysitter red flags every parent should know
Taking care of a child is a full-time job. And when you are a working parent, it becomes more difficult to split time between work and home. It is one of the reasons why you hire professional help to take care of the child’s needs. But not all nannies and babysitters check across the board. So here are eight warning signs to look out for and catch any red flags that might impact the child’s routine. The child is afraid Often, young children develop a bond with the babysitter that is different from what they have with their parents. So, there are telltale signs for you to figure out how the babysitter is going about their routine. For instance, if the child seems afraid, anxious, or withdrawn or is very rigid in their behavior around the babysitter, the sitter may not have the right attitude or chemistry with the child. The sitter is secretive about their routine If the sitter is giving you vague answers about the child’s routine and cannot provide details, chances are they are following a routine that they don’t want you to figure out. This is a red flag that the sitter is not paying enough attention to the child.
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