Babysitting

The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WEAA 88.9 FM. The program was previously on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life. This program is made possible in part by M&T Charitable Foundation.

Babysitting

Wouldn’t it be splendid if Mary Poppins appeared one day with all her magic to babysit for your children? In the real world, finding the right babysitter can be a source of anxiety. Luckily, the University of Michigan Health System has some recommendations to help you find the right person for the job. Listen now.

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Resources & Links

Babysitter Safety—What Parents and Sitters Need to Know (University of Michigan Health System)
Selecting a Babysitter (Child Development Institute)
Getting to Know a Babysitter (American Academy of Pediatrics)