Guilt is often enough to convince moms that it’s not possible to take time away from your kids or career to prioritize self-care and indulge in a little ‘me time.’ And you’re not alone. According to research from the journal Personality and Individual Differences, women are much more likely to feel guilty than men—yep, there’s … Continue reading How to Ditch the Mom Guilt and Reclaim ‘Me Time’
Category: Parents
Why I Don’t Ask Grandma and Grandpa to Babysit
by Louisa Fitzgerald, Sittercity parent When you’re a parent, having family nearby can be a lifesaver—especially when that family includes doting grandparents who want to spend time with their grandchild. As a mom of one five-year-old girl, tapping into our family resources has helped my husband and I manage a busy household and the demands … Continue reading Why I Don’t Ask Grandma and Grandpa to Babysit
10 Things You Should Know About a Sitter Before You Hire Them
Finding the perfect sitter for your family can take work and time. Once you’ve found a handful of qualified candidates, you’ll be ready to start the interview process, but where should you begin? What do you really need to know about your candidates to help determine who will be the best fit? While there are … Continue reading 10 Things You Should Know About a Sitter Before You Hire Them
4 Birthday Party Themes that Make Planning a Breeze
Your child’s birthday is one of the best reasons to celebrate, but planning the perfect party can be stressful for busy moms and dads. That’s where a good theme comes in: A theme not only ensures an extra special party for kiddos, it can also simplify planning for the big day with décor, activities and … Continue reading 4 Birthday Party Themes that Make Planning a Breeze
Why We’re Proud to Sponsor the Marketplace Risk Management Conference
by Elizabeth Harz, CEO As the first digital platform for finding and managing child care, Sittercity has long been dedicated to providing a safe environment for our families and sitters to connect. As parents ourselves, we know that trust is paramount, which is why we provide tools and information to help parents and caregivers make … Continue reading Why We’re Proud to Sponsor the Marketplace Risk Management Conference
5 Ways to Make Your Job Post Stand Out
Finding the perfect sitter begins with creating a Sittercity job post that attracts the best talent for your family. But what does a great job post look like? Just last year, over 50,000 jobs were posted on Sittercity, so the competition to find a great sitter can be a challenge. Here are a few tips … Continue reading 5 Ways to Make Your Job Post Stand Out
Build the Bench: 6 Reasons Why You Need a Team of Sitters
It doesn’t matter how dependable your go-to sitter or nanny is, at some point you’ll be faced with a gap in your child care coverage. And while it’s easy to ignore this possibility or think that you can scramble to find a backup sitter, here are six great reasons why you should start building your … Continue reading Build the Bench: 6 Reasons Why You Need a Team of Sitters
6 Ways Your Family Can Have a Blast on Spring Break (Even if You Still Have to Work)
If there’s one thing working parents know, it’s that just because your child’s school goes on break, it doesn’t mean you can take a week of vacation time. But even if you’re stuck at the office, with a little planning, it’s possible to make your kids’ spring break memorable (and maybe a little magical)—theme park … Continue reading 6 Ways Your Family Can Have a Blast on Spring Break (Even if You Still Have to Work)
What You Need On Your Sitter Checklist
Headed out for date night? Your sitter has your cell number, so no need to worry… right? Will she remember all the random bits of information you provided as you headed out the door? Maybe not. An actual physical checklist may sound archaic in our digital, mobile-first world, but having a hard copy of contacts, … Continue reading What You Need On Your Sitter Checklist
Should you Tip Your Sitter?
There are certain circumstances where tipping is traditionally expected. You know to tip your bartenders, servers, hairdressers, and pizza delivery people, but when it comes to babysitters, expectations seem unclear. Should you tip your babysitter? And, if so, how much? While there isn’t a universal tipping standard for sitters, there are some notable trends amongst … Continue reading Should you Tip Your Sitter?