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The Babysitter’s Toolkit 2025: 10 Must-Have Babysitter Skills Parents Are Looking For
Master the top 10 babysitter skills parents want in 2025. From emotional intelligence to safety, discover what makes sitters stand out this year.
SMARTSITTER Team
3 days ago4 min read
Which Babysitter Type Are You?
Take our babysitter personality quiz to unlock your sitter style, pro tips, and how to level up with SmartSitter training.
SMARTSITTER Team
Oct 115 min read
4 Ways to Support First-Time School Parents as a Babysitter
Back-to-school jitters aren’t just for kids. Here’s how sitters can support new school parents (and reduce everyone's stress).
SMARTSITTER Team
Sep 92 min read
TikTok Told Me To: Parenting Trends That Sitters Should Actually Know About in 2025
From calm corners to co-regulation, here are the parenting trends 2025 sitters should actually know — and what’s just TikTok talk.
SMARTSITTER Team
Sep 34 min read
Sitter Scenarios: What Would You Do?
Test your babysitting skills with real-life sitter scenarios. Learn how to confidently handle common challenges and become a trusted sitter.
SMARTSITTER Team
Aug 53 min read
Taboo Babysitting Questions Parents Are Too Embarrassed to Ask (But Deserve Honest Answers!)
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.
SMARTSITTER Team
Jun 153 min read
How to Vet Babysitters: A Guide for Parents Doing It Themselves
Learn how to vet a babysitter with expert tips on background checks, certifications, references, and more. Feel confident hiring on your own
SMARTSITTER Team
Apr 53 min read
Surprise Moments: Babysitting Tips & Quick-Response Guide
Boost your babysitting skills with expert training, safety tips, and essential resources to handle emergencies, behavior challenges, & more!
SMARTSITTER Team
Jan 235 min read
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