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today’s world, where it’s really tough to find a joint family; the necessity and
demand of babysitters have increased drastically.
Babysitters cook for the children, dress them up, entertain them by
singing and playing, read them stories and cuddle the children. While the parents
are out, they are in charge of the house and the baby. They become a bodyguard
and a family member. Selfless nature and maintaining good hygiene are some of
the desirable characteristics of a babysitter. They should give utmost importance
to child safety. A babysitter must be available whenever it is required. If the
babysitter is irregular, then this may create problems for the parents because they
can’t leave the baby alone.
Since children are good imitators, the babysitters need to teach only
good things to the children. They should be a model of good behavior.
Babysitters are good learners as well. They understand the language of babies
with time and read their body language very precisely since they spend most of
their time with the baby. Babysitters are good observers and listeners. They
notice changes in the baby and appreciate them. These changes include the baby
starting to talk, walk and learning the alphabets. Babysitters usually love spending
time with babies. They develop such a strong attachment towards the baby with
the time that they become the second mother of the baby.
Taking care of a baby is not a small task. Thus, a babysitter gets paid
quite well these days, and it does not require any specific educational
qualifications. A babysitter must have a high degree of patience. Especially while
playing with the kid, it asks to repeat the same action and questions over and
over again. Some children give a tough time to babysitters while having food. A
babysitter must be kind and friendly to get along with babies. If spending time
with kids is what makes you happy, then babysitting is the right choice. It’s the
need of the hour and is in demand. While there are babysitters who are very
sincere and do justice to their job, there are others who just don’t care about
children, watch TV and pass the time just to have a source of income. Children
having such babysitters may have a tough time growing up. On the other hand,
some babysitters just enjoy the company of children. They pick them up from
school, help them with their school work and hang out with them.
Some people consider it a menial job and don’t respect it as a career.
But, there’s nothing to feel insecure about being a babysitter. Babysitters, in a
way, shape the future of the nation by instilling good qualities in the children at
an early age, which they carry forward in their lives and become responsible
citizens. So, they are change-makers. In fact, it’s a boon to take care of the purest
souls- children!

Subhashree. M
Student, 3rd year BE in Information Science, Inspired by
Babysitting Job of Kin

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