With tax season almost upon us, we know that lots of our sitters are working on filing their income taxes for their UrbanSitter earnings. Becuase UrbanSitter is a platform for parents and sitters to connect, we are not an agency and do not employ sitters. As a result, we do not provide W2s or 1099s […]
The Pros and Cons of Using a Nanny Cam
The use of nanny cams, the personal surveillance cameras that are either hidden or installed in plain sight to record a nanny’s activities on the job, is a hotly debated topic. Some parents feel it’s wise to use what technology has to offer to monitor kids’ safety and care, while others feel that the use […]
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting holiday and especially fun for kids. If you’re having a trusted sitter celebrate the holiday with your family this year, you’ll want to share these important Halloween safety guidelines before sending her trick-or-treating. They’re also helpful reminders for you, even if you’ve led the candy collecting charge many times before. Practice Mindful […]
After-School Babysitter: Your 101 Guide
The start of a new school year gives you a chance to get off on the right foot with a new sitter or refresh the relationship you have with existing sitters. Seize the opportunity to evaluate your after-school childcare expectations and have a candid discussion with your sitter to let her know what’s important […]
6 No Fuss Activities to Share with Your Sitter
There’s no need to resort to leaving the babysitter new toys or typically forbidden treats to feed your kids to ensure they are happy while you’re away. Instead, why not give your sitter a few no fuss, low mess activities she can do together with your kids. These fun activities are entertaining and take very […]
Join Us to Ban Bossy
On March 10, we’re joining LeanIn.Org, Girl Scouts of the USA, and thought leaders from Michelle Obama to Beyoncé to launch Ban Bossy – a pledge that challenges us all to think twice before calling a little girl “bossy,” a word that discourages leadership in girls. When it comes to girls and ambition, the pattern is clear: girls are discouraged from leading. When a […]
Parents and Babysitters: Preparing for Emergencies
No one wants to think there will be an emergency when a babysitter is home with a child, and most likely it won’t happen. But it’s best to be prepared. Here’s a brief list of steps both parents and sitters can take to be ready. PARENTS 1. Write down your home address. It sounds basic, […]