What is okay to feed the kids?
Ask the parents
Should you invite friends over when babysitting
no
True or Fals:
When moving or holding an infant, they should be able to hold their heads up themselves.
False, always hold their heads while you move or hold them.
What is something you can bring with you to aid in the process of babysitting?
various responses okay here:
crayons, chalk, toys, activities
if brining something like nail polish or makeup- ask parents first
where should you be if a kid is in the bathtub?
in the bathroom with them, never leave them in water by themselves (if they are a little older, talk with parents to see if they want you in or not)
How to warm up a baby bottle
warm up water
put the bottle in the water
Where is it okay to post online that you are babysitting/ post pics of the kids?
no where
Race to change baby outfit
carefully changing baby outfit
Can older kids invite their friends over?
Ask parents first, always better to not if you arent sure
Race to change the baby diaper
first to change it correctly wins
what temperature should a baby bottle be/ how do you test it
room temperature
put it on your arm to see if you can feel it
What is the first step if an infant is choking
What are some ideas to calm a crying baby?
-shush baby
-deep lunges
-go outside
-make sure they are fed and dry
-rock the baby
What is the babysitter fairy?
Bring a small prize for the kids and tell them that if they listen to the babysitter, the babysitter fairy will come.Once they go to sleep (or you leave), leave the prize out for the kids
How do you make cloud sand?
2 cups corn starch
1 cup conditioner
What is a food that babies under one year cannot have?
honey (honey graham crackers, honey nut cherrios, ect)
What do you do if an bigger kid is choking
If the baby wont stop crying and you are getting overwhlemed, what should you do?
Set the baby down in a safe spot (their crib). And walk away for a break. NEVER shake the baby.
Some ideas to calm an upset toddler/bigger kid
-food- when the blood sugar drops,its harder to control emotions
- distract them
- big hugs/ squeeze
- dance party
-having a race around the house
What is a bonus thing to you can do to make the parents happy?
-clean the house
- have the kids make cards for parents
What do you do if a child eats something they are allergic to?
Follow safey plan
It could be as simple as monitoring them or it could mean calling 911, administering an epi pen, ect. Talk with parents before they leave to see if there is anything the kid is allergic to.
What do you do if someone comes to the door that you dont know?
dont open the door, dont let them know the parents are out. This is one of those very few times it is okay to lie and say the parents are in the bathroom.
If an infant is choking and you see something in their mouth, how do you remove it?
take your pinky finger and swipe it out, being careful to not push it back.
What kind of consequences are okay?
Talk to the parents about what they are comfortable with. It is never okay to hit/spank a child.
Come up with a rate and let the parents know or give them a range you are okay with.