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After Rocky Start, This Safe Sitter® Became A Hero
When teens take a Safe Sitter® class, they learn first aid so they’re prepared for injuries that may happen when home alone, sibling sitting, or babysitting. But injuries can happen anytime and anywhere, and having the skills to deal with them can make all the difference. That’s what Safe Sitter® graduate Rebecca Barnes learned.
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The BEST Answer To “I’m Bored” This Summer
No matter how excited your kids were that school was out, it won’t be long until you hear them complain about how bored they are. With a little effort and our seven tips, you can help your kids make the most of summer.
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The Makings Of The Best Babysitter [Infographic]
Good babysitters do exist! It's no surprise that the most qualified are highly sought-after. They have certain qualities in common. Make sure you pick the best by knowing what to look for.
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10 Tips When Hiring a Summer Sitter
Although parents may want to use young teens, especially siblings, to babysit during long summer days, they need to make sure it’s a good fit for everyone involved. Here are some guidelines when hiring a teenage babysitter this summer.
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Managing Behavior: A Parent’s Guide [Infographic]
Managing behavior is often the hardest part of child care. That's what we teach teens who take Safe Sitter®. And it's what parents know from first-hand experience! Try these behavior management tips whenever you find yourself dealing with difficult behavior.
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4 Things Parents Should Make Sure Their Teens Know About Choking
Choking rescue skills are a vital part of Safe Sitter’s curriculum. So far, nearly 200 lives have been saved by graduates who knew what to do in an emergency. Here’s what we teach teens about choking and why.
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5 Things You Should Do to Keep Kids and Sitters Safe
It’s natural to feel a certain level of anxiety when entrusting a babysitter with your children’s care. There are five easy, but essential, things you should do before you leave that will increase both the safety of your children and your sitter as well as your peace of mind.
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The Recipe for Dealing with Picky Eaters
If you’re a mom, chances are that you have at least one picky eater in the house. If you’re struggling with picky eaters, here are four tips that have helped Safe Sitter® moms keep their sanity!
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How Did This Safe Sitter® Save A Life?
Renea Pinney knew her 11-year-old daughter, Presly, would not willingly sign up for a babysitting class. So, she made her go. That decision, a case of “mother’s intuition”, helped save the life of her other daughter.
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Safe Sitter® and Scout Comes to Mother’s Aid
As a Girl Scout and Safe Sitter® one could say Gabby Bullock was doubly prepared to deal with an emergency. She was excited to babysit and loved being a big sister after being the only child for years. However, she didn’t have to use what she’d learned to help a younger sibling. She actually had to come to her mother’s aid.
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6 Ways to Deal with Difficult Behavior When Caring for Kids
One of the most practical things that Safe Sitter® teaches is how to deal with difficult behavior. That’s indispensable information for babysitters and parents alike! Here are some go-to strategies to use when the going gets tough.
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Staying Home Alone: Is Your Child Ready? [Infographic]
A child’s age doesn’t always reflect his or her maturity and readiness to stay home alone. Check out our guide to help you decide if your child is ready.
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5 Ways To Get Kids Off The Electronics
Do your children spend way too much time on their electronic devices? While technology is helpful and useful in many ways, it’s good to take a break from the electronics and encourage your children to do the same.
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5 Things Your Babysitter Secretly Wants You to Know
Babysitting might be the toughest job in the world, and yet young teens go out there and do it every day. So, in the interest of making their lives just a little bit better, here are five things you should do as a responsible employer.
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Safe Sitter® Sisters Work Together to Save a Life
Safe Sitter® grads and sisters Elaine and Tiffany Close are true to their name. They’re so close that they worked together to use what they’d learned in class about staying calm to help their younger brother through a severe asthma attack.
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8 Great Rainy Day Activities With Kids
When rain forces your children to stay indoors, keeping them entertained can be difficult. Here are some boredom-busting activities to keep them happily occupied on rainy days.
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This Sibling Sitter Handled Serious Situation
Twelve-year-old Becky Martin used the skills she’d learned in Safe Sitter® to retain her composure while handling what could have been a life-threatening situation.
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3 Steps to Determine How Much to Pay Your Babysitter
Some sitters are uncomfortable discussing money. You should let them know it’s okay! After all, they’re providing you with a valuable service. Ask yourself these questions to determine what’s fair and reasonable for you to pay.
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4 Questions to Ask When Deciding On a Babysitter
When you think about it, a babysitter has the most important job: taking care of your children. Why then would you choose one without first interviewing her? Here's what you need to ask.
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This Safe Sitter® Kept a Cool Head in the Face of Fire
After Whitney Donley took Safe Sitter® at the Healthy Living Institute at UMC in Las Vegas, she spoke about it responsibly that evening with her two younger sisters. The timing couldn’t have been better.
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