Beyond Babysitting

Honest, funny, and real: 10 things sitters secretly want parents to know for better nights, happier kids, and stress-free bookings.

Test your babysitting skills with real-life sitter scenarios. Learn how to confidently handle common challenges and become a trusted sitter.

From routines to rituals, here's a back to school prep guide that keeps it simple, effective, and actually enjoyable.

Real stories of students who leveled up with SmartSitter — boosting confidence, professionalism, and sitter success.

Craft a babysitter bio that gets you booked. Simple tips, real examples, and exactly what to include to stand out and get hired.

Feel anxious about your first sitter? Our step-by-step guide helps nervous parents feel confident booking their first babysitter.

Wondering what to pay your sitter, whether you should feed them, or if tipping is expected? Here are 13 real, awkward babysitting questions answered honestly by experts.

Make your space sitter-friendly! Simple safety tips, routines, and must-haves for the ideal babysitting setup at home.

Babysitting siblings of different ages doesn’t have to be chaos. Here’s how to keep the peace, the fun, and your sanity.

Learn how to start building trust with a new babysitter—what to ask, what to check, and how to feel confident before the first shift.

Stay cool, safe, and prepared this summer with essential babysitting safety tips for both parents and sitters. Know what to expect—and prevent!

Beat the boredom! Discover fun, flexible, and screen-free activities for kids this summer — perfect for families and SmartSitters alike.

Discover the most overlooked toddler hazards at home—plus tips, checklists, and how SmartSitter helps keep your child safer every day.

Here are five crucial questions that every babysitter should ask when they arrive, and why these questions matter for both you and your children.

Babysitter canceled last minute? Here’s what to do—and how SmartSitter steps in before you even know there’s a problem.

Learn about babysitting certification classes online and how they provide essential skills, including CPR, first aid, and real-world childcare scenarios.

Learn how to vet a babysitter with expert tips on background checks, certifications, references, and more. Feel confident hiring on your own

Boost your babysitting skills with expert training, safety tips, and essential resources to handle emergencies, behavior challenges, & more!

Discover babysitting rates across the U.S. for 2025, with tips on fair pay and insights into factors influencing sitter wages.

Find trustworthy babysitters in St. Louis, Jacksonville, & Atlanta with these tips on vetting, certifications, & choosing the best service.