First, before you start babysitting you can take classes like babysitting training classes, CPR class, and if your school provides a child development class take that it will help. You don’t have to take any classes, but parents are more likely to pick someone with some experience or training of some …show more content…
Ask the parents if the child has any allergies or medical related things you should be aware of. Most likely the parents will tell you if there is something you should know, but to be on the safe side, ask. Also make sure that you ask what time the parents will be back. Make sure to talk to the parents about how you’re getting home and to their house. Ask the parents about the child so you know certain things they like, favorite items, and favorite things to do.
Now finally onto the babysitting part. Depending on their age, if they are 3 and up you can find fun activities to do such as drawing, playing with barbies or cars. Entertaining the children you are watching is a big part of babysitting. If you don’t interact with the children then they will not like you and you will become the boring babysitter. If you babysit a certain child then you might want to look up ideas and crafts to do with him or her. If they aren't into crafts or activities then find something they