SitterTree is committed to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of the families and sitters we serve. For the safety of our community we require all families and sitters to agree to adhere to the following COVID-19 Personal Safety Protocols for every job: SAFETY AT EVERY JOB I will adhere to the CDC’s recommended practice of
Category: Family Tips
Safety Tips for Infants
From the moment you sign up, SitterTree is here to support you. Our coordinators remain informed about every member of our community so we can provide the highest quality of care when you need it. Whether you’re working with a SitterTree church, group or family, safety is our number one goal. Always reach out to
Child Care During COVID.
What happens when your child catches a cold? Is there child care for sick children? Schools and daycares have ramped up safety — including extra precautions when it comes to run-of-the-mill sick policies. Thus, when your kid gets the sniffles, you’re faced with a daunting challenge of finding alternative child care. “If I had a dime
Need to Go Back to Work . . . But What About the Kids?
With schools, parks, and recreational facilities closed, your role of provider or home maker has been expanded to include teacher, gym coach, cafeteria lady, and—sadly—classmate. The mental and physical energy required to balance work and home has increased exponentially.
Read how you can relieve some of the stress and get back to work.
Safety Tips by SitterTree
From the moment you sign up, SitterTree is here to support you. Our coordinators remain informed about every member of our community so we can provide the highest quality of care when you need it. Whether you’re working with a SitterTree church, group or family, safety is our number one goal. Always reach out to
Quarantine or Motherhood
MOMS, THIS IS OUR TIME. Don’t look back months from now and realize we didn’t take advantage of getting to know our children better while normal activities have slowed down.
Talking Tips: At Home
Talking to your baby plays a key role in their development. Finding multiple ways throughout the day to talk, explain, and describe items to your baby can have significant positive effects on their language development. Talking to your baby while at home is an easy way to begin to build your baby’s vocabulary before s/he
The Challenges of Parenting
Navigating Conflict and Fostering Forgiveness Parenting a household of boys provided me unique challenges. Every family is different and the way parents instill values and expectations in our children varies. My husband and I had two primary expectations from our sons: obedience and respect. Generally speaking, we operated that way. We usually allowed the boys
Safety Tips for Every Sitter
From the moment you sign up, SitterTree is here to support you. Local SitterTree Coordinators are available to provide the highest quality of support when you need it. Whether you’re working with a SitterTree church, group or family, safety is our number one priority for all SitterTree members. Sitters may contact their Coordinator or SitterTree
Baby signs strengthen baby minds
Teaching babies to understand and make their own signs may give their brain a boost, as well as providing the means for their first early communications before they are capable of speech. Tell Me More Imagine how your life would change if your baby could tell you what they wanted! It’s possible – with