Home > Parenting > Child > Parenting 10 May 2006 Choosing the right childminder If you only have maternity leave for three months, you may be thinking of returning. Make sure that you choose a good childminder. Here are some tips. 0 Pin It TALK Parenting forum » ASK The Paediatrician » Follow Health24 on Facebook » Quiz Are you ready for a baby? » Allergy-free home Cancer in SA children If you only have maternity leave for three months, you may be thinking of returning. Make sure that you choose a good childminder to take care of your baby when you are at work. Here are some tips: Work out your budget first. Make a list of all the questions you would like to ask. Only employ someone who can offer references and always do a reference check. Only consider someone who has previous experience. Does she appear clean and neat? Find out if he or she knows infant CPR. If not, make sure that you provide first aid training. Ask what she would do in an emergency. Make sure he or she understands the importance of constant supervision. Introduce her to your baby and observe their interaction. Give her a probation period of two months. Discuss a list of “do” and “don’ts” and the consequences of problematic behaviour. Employ someone at least a month before you return to work. This way she will have a chance to familiarise herself with the new environment. It will also give you the opportunity to monitor how she interacts with your child. Once you have employed her, leave the house for short periods and do “spot-checks” – return home unexpectedly. Is she available for babysitting after hours? This will be an advantage. Do you communicate easily or do you struggle to understand one another? More in Parenting All about autism More: ChildParenting advertisement Get a quote Selfmed - the one with the apple Momentum - save up to 35% on healthcare Medihelp - quality, affordable medical scheme cover advertisement Read Health24’s Comments Policy Comment on this story 0 comments Add your comment Thank you, your comment has been submitted. Logout Comment 0 characters remaining Share on Facebook Logout Comment 0 characters remaining Share on Facebook Loading comments... From our sponsors There are more than 200 different viruses which can cause a cold A clinically proven skin care range is now available Medihelp’s regional information sessions Superior comfort and support Live healthier Be vitamin-smart » A-Z of vitamins What is vitamin C? Ask the expert Why we need vitamin D Even in a country with an abundance of sunlight you might have a vitamin D deficiency. Here's why. Beat acne » Stars with scars Acne tips Skincare Myths about acne Through the ages, there have been many myths about acne. We list the myths and give you the facts.
0 Pin It TALK Parenting forum » ASK The Paediatrician » Follow Health24 on Facebook » Quiz Are you ready for a baby? » Allergy-free home Cancer in SA children If you only have maternity leave for three months, you may be thinking of returning. Make sure that you choose a good childminder to take care of your baby when you are at work. Here are some tips: Work out your budget first. Make a list of all the questions you would like to ask. Only employ someone who can offer references and always do a reference check. Only consider someone who has previous experience. Does she appear clean and neat? Find out if he or she knows infant CPR. If not, make sure that you provide first aid training. Ask what she would do in an emergency. Make sure he or she understands the importance of constant supervision. Introduce her to your baby and observe their interaction. Give her a probation period of two months. Discuss a list of “do” and “don’ts” and the consequences of problematic behaviour. Employ someone at least a month before you return to work. This way she will have a chance to familiarise herself with the new environment. It will also give you the opportunity to monitor how she interacts with your child. Once you have employed her, leave the house for short periods and do “spot-checks” – return home unexpectedly. Is she available for babysitting after hours? This will be an advantage. Do you communicate easily or do you struggle to understand one another? More in Parenting All about autism More: ChildParenting