Archive for May 1st, 2010

Find a Babysitter – What to Do

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May 1



It is true that finding a good sitter is tough these days. And to find babysitter becomes even harder if you’re a new parent or you just don’t know much about babysitting. If you are in need of a babysitter but are not sure of what to do, here is some information that might help you.

Assuming that you don’t know much about how to find babysitter, the most suitable method of hiring a sitter in your situation would be finding trustworthy babysitters through online babysitter services. There are a couple other options but let’s stick to what’s best in your situation. But for the purpose of argument, let’s talk about the conventional method in finding a babysitter first.

The good thing about conventional babysitter-hiring is that you can monitor the hiring process first-hand. This way you can make sure you have the right sitter by doing your own screening process. However, this method is best suited for those who already know a lot about babysitting since there will be much work needed to do.
Moreover, this method is cumbersome and can be worse with lack of knowledge.

In contrast to the conventional process, to find babysitter with the help of online babysitter websites is fast and convenient. You only need to be connected to the web to do this so you can do it anywhere and anytime. However, you must also be cautious in picking an online babysitter website because there are some scam sites as well as poor quality sites. Some questions you should check on before enlisting the service of a particular site include: How long have they been around? What do their previous customers say about them? Are they reputable? What are their terms of service? How much do they charge? These questions and a couple more others will surely help you get quality service and avoid being scammed. These will also help you find babysitter that fits your family needs.

By: Rashel Dan

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Now that you know some things on how to find a babysitter, you might want to know more tips on how you can check the reliability of a certain online babysitter website. Just a couple more tips on online babysitter services and you’re on your way in finding that perfect babysitter.



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Summer Safety For Kids

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May 1



Now that school is out for the summer chances are your children are spending more time at home. Now is the perfect time to do a little safety review for you and your kids.

Nothing is more difficult than leaving your infant or baby in someone else’s care. If you will be hiring a babysitter or nanny, consider getting a Nanny Cam or Hidden Camera. These images can be viewed from another room, recorded and played back later or viewed live from a remote location via the internet. Nothing can give you more reassurance that your precious “bundle of joy” is safe than to see it with your own “eyes.”

For the toddlers, it may be time to update your childproofing efforts at home. The basics of simple and inexpensive cabinet latches, corner cushions for tables and electrical outlet covers is a great place to start. If your kids are like mine, they may not have been interested in the items in the cupboard yesterday but they sure are today. The ability (and desire) to climb as they get older necessitates the addition of furniture tie downs and anchors as well.

Of course, pool safety is a primary concern for any parent. If you have a pool of your own, consider purchasing an inexpensive Pool Alarm. In these hot summer days, kids are naturally drawn to water and this is just one more way to help prevent drawings. This is a great idea for Grandparents too. I’ve even gone so far as to purchase one for my neighbor who has a very inviting waterfall pool. Remember that children are VERY creative when it comes to getting what (and where) they want.

For an older child that may be spending a little time home alone, remind them of the steps to take in an emergency. Besides practicing (pretend) dialing 911 with them, have them memorize each parent’s cell phone numbers. And have all the phone numbers posted in an easy to remember location like the refrigerator or on a bulletin board above the telephone. Make sure to give them a safe place to go to if they need to leave the house-a trusted neighbor’s home for example. And consider installing an easy to use home security camera [http://www.highrollerlife.com/?page_id=4] at the front entrance so the children can see who is there before opening the door.

Summer is a great time for kids and parents to spend more time together having fun, learning and making memories. Keeping it safe for them will make it much more enjoyable for the whole family.

By: Cherie Litchfield

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Cherie is the mother of twin toddler boys and is always on the lookout for great inexpensive but effective child safety products to make her life a little easier.



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Choosing a Formula

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May 1



If you’ve decided on formula as the choice for feeding your baby, you might be a bit confused about all the choices. There are lots of options to help you find the type that will best suit your baby’s needs and your lifestyle.

When you are in the hospital, if your baby is getting formula, it will likely be pre-mixed in one serving disposable bottles, and will be a name brand, milk based formula. This is likely to be what your pediatrician recommends and will work well for most babies. You may be able to use this for the whole first year, with no issues.

If your baby has trouble with this formula, he may have a milk allergy, and may need soy, or other special type of formula. If your baby is having trouble tolerating his formula, he may cry significantly after eating, indicating that he has a stomach ache or he may throw up or have diarrhea. If you notice what you think might be intolerance to the formula, contact your pediatrician right away. You might have to experiment with a few before you find the right one, but don’t lose hope. There is a formula out there that will work well for your baby.

Your next consideration is whether you want pre-mixed, liquid concentrate or powdered formula. Pre-mixed means you just pour and serve. Liquid concentrates need to have water added, as does powdered. Pre-mixed is the most expensive, powdered is the least. But, of course, pre-mixed is also the most convenient. Pre-mixed and liquid concentrates also spoil more quickly. Powdered formulas do have a shelf life, but are generally good for about two weeks. Your decision will generally be decided by your budget and lifestyle, as babies tolerate all three types equally well. You might want to mix and match, using powdered formula when you’re at home, and pre-mixed when you travel. Follow the directions on your formula package carefully.

When you’re bottle feeding, you must also be diligent about sterilizing your bottles. Keeping the feeding equipment sterile is critical to protecting your baby’s health, especially in the early days. If you want to minimize the equipment that needs to be sterile, try using the bottles that hold disposable milk bags. These are good at keeping air out of the baby’s tummy, and require that only the ****** be sterilized. The down side is that you have to buy the sterile disposable bags, and each bag can be used only once. You might want to spend some time shopping around to decide what kind of bottle your want to try. Whatever type you choose, just be sure to read the sterilization instructions, and follow them closely.

At first, bottle feeding may seem like a lot of work, but give it some time. Once you get the hang of sterilizing bottles and preparing formula, it will be a breeze.

By: Sarah Veda

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Sarah is a 41 year old wife and mother of two boys and one girl. She spent many years as a manager in the corporate world, and gave it up to be a stay at home mom.

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On nanny 911, do they always choose nanny Debb?

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May 1

Every time I see this show, they pick nanny debb…. Is it some kind of joke that they actually pick? I’ve seriously never seen an episode where they don’t use nanny Debb.

And not to knock Debb, she’s really good at what she does and I enjoy watching the show.

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