Once you find a babysitter in order to make both you and your child comfortable, it is essential to provide the information, which they require in case of an emergency.
- You and Your spouse's full names must be provided.
- Contact information where you can be reached, and also your cell phone number.
- Information regarding your child's full name, age, date of birth, height, weight, hair color, and eye color (necessary when sitter and child get separated).
- The phone number and address of your house, along with directions or route to it.
- The name and phone number or contact information of your family doctor or pediatrician.
- Information on emergency-services numbers and the poison-control hotline number.
- Information on the place of first-aid supplies, and also the fire extinguisher, fuse box, and flashlights.
- Contact information of neighbors, friends, and family.
- Special medical information regarding food and drug allergies.
- The time at which you can come home.
- Your child's bedtime and bedtime routine.
- Any foods or drinks, which should, or should not be provided to your child.
- Any medications, which should, or should not, be given to your child.
- How to handle your child when he or she misbehaves.
- How to calm your child if he or she is upset.
- Other special information regarding the child, family pets, etc.
