Many parents want babysitters to be CPR certified — but cardiac arrest is rare in healthy children. Choking is a far greater risk. Learn what skills actually matter and why Safe Sitter® graduates may be better prepared than many certified adults.Read More

Becoming a grandparent is exciting, but it also requires respecting boundaries. Avoid criticizing parenting choices and offer advice only when asked. Set clear expectations, communicate openly, and remember your role is to support — not challenge.Read More

Parenting norms have changed, and grandparents don't always agree with your choices. Learn how to respond to common criticisms — from discipline to diaper choice — with confidence and respect.Read More

Safe sleep, choking hazards, screen time, and childproofing — a lot has changed since grandparents raised their own children. Here's a quick update on what matters most before they babysit.Read More

Leaving your child with a babysitter for the first time doesn't have to mean writing a novel. Focus on the four B-E-S-T routines — Bedtime, Entertainment, Snacks, and Toileting — and your caregiver will have everything they need.Read More

Being a parent of a teenager today is both daunting and humbling. Dr. Sara Ross, Medical Director of Safe Sitter, Inc., shares what remains true no matter what generation you're parenting in.Read More

Finding a great babysitter starts with asking the right questions. Here are 8 things every parent should cover in a babysitter interview — from first aid training to what-if scenarios.Read More

Babysitting has become a right of passage for so many teens, and with it comes great responsibility for both you and your child. When your child accepts a babysitting job, he or she is accepting responsibility for another child’s life.Read More

There's no magic age for leaving a child home alone — but there are clear signs to look for. Here's how to know if your 10-year-old is ready, and what to do if they're not quite there yet.Read More

You planned on organic baby food and time-outs that actually worked. Then came the Toxic Waste candy and the grocery store meltdowns. Here's a reminder that imperfect parenting is still good parenting.Read More