Babysitter Rules

I had an issue with a babysitter once that made me extra cautious with new babysitters. Now when the sitter comes, I go over our house rules, which are:

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Better Communication

I have found that asking my kids: "How was your day?" or "How was school today?" is not enough. I usually get the "fine" answer. I have to ask specific... read more

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It Doesn't Have to be Perfect

I learned a long time ago that our kids are not going to put things away the way we do (husbands either for that matter). I knew that my children... read more

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One Thing at a Time

I have realized that asking your child, of any age, to just "clean your room" is totally overwhelming. I don't even like to hear it. When I make my daily... read more

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Thank You for Making Me a Mom!

Every Mother's Day, I give each of my children a copy of a favorite book to thank them for making me a mom. I write a special note to them... read more

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Write It Down!

Another blatant advertisement for this website. I love the Daybook option. A great friend of mine, Anita, once told me if you don't write it down, or document it, it... read more

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Make It a Race!

My son is what we would like to call a "pacer." He likes to go at his own pace. When it was taking him a long time to get ready... read more

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Benefits of Bedroom Sharing

I think bedroom sharing is beneficial. Although siblings may fight about sharing a room, many form close bonds and rely on having each other at night when times are tough... read more

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Wow! I'm a Cheapskate!

After reading your request and all the comments on how much to pay a babysitter, I feel like a real cheapskate. But I do really agree with the mom who... read more

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Boys and Balance

I have three boys and oooh, are they naughty sometimes! When things get completely out of hand I have to evaluate what our week has been like. Have they had... read more

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