Looking for Part-time Babysitter/nanny in Belmont

Updated on January 28, 2009
E.C. asks from Belmont, MA
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We are looking for a babysitter/nanny for a few days a week beginning in September or October for our daughter who will be 3 months old in September. Does anyone have any suggestions for how to go about finding a reputable person? We are posting an ad on craigslist, but any other suggestions would be welcome! Thank you!

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M.A.

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Always do a background check on the person yourself, even if an agency did one. Try to get some insight on the person through the people whom she has worked for before. It may be hard though because me for example I have been a sitter/nanny for 15 years but over the years I have lost contact with the moms. So don't dismiss a sitter because she no longer has references, but do try to get some. Make sure the person is cpr certified. If the person is young try to get a feel for her home life. When your child is left in someone elses care please ask neighbors to keep their ears and eyes open for anything you disapprove of.

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L.Z.

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Try sittercity.com - I believe it was started by moms, and it is advertised as being totally safe. They have references and do background checks on the sitters listed to avoid scams and weirdos! I have not tried it myself but I have looked into it and it's legitimate. Other than that (and what you are already doing), maybe someone you know might have a recommendation or know someone who could nanny for you. Good luck!

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G.M.

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Your town school system probably has a list of people or your town hall will - ones that are registered by the state.

Good luck!

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C.B.

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What hours are you looking for? My nanny is available mornings and currently works afternoons for me in Weston. She lives in Waltham and is absolutely fantastic!

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