It might not have crossed your mind but it could be very beneficially to have a Logbook for your babysitter. This could include a variety of information and might help you get organised. A Logbook allows you and your babysitter to communicate effectively. This would allow you to keep track of what your child has eaten while you have been away and what they have done. Did they have their daily nap at 2 pm or did they miss it? This information can be told to you once you are back but sometimes you forget information or are too rushed to take it all in. If the information is written down it will make everything a lot easier. I am going to discuss some tips as to what to include in this Logbook and how it can make things easier.
If you have seen our previous blog post discussing ‘how to prepare your babysitter’ we talked about having an emergency contact book. This could be included in the front of the logbook so everything is kept in one place. Also, this would be handy if one day you need a replacement babysitter due to someone being ill. You could simply give them the logbook so they have all the emergency contact details and information on the children’s routine.
Also, if the children are old enough they could write some information about what they did themselves. This would encourage them to reflect on what they have done while practising their English writing skills. You do need to be careful not to ask for too much when having a logbook. You can’t expect the babysitter to write loads because they will be busy looking after your children but by having key points written down will make things a little easier. The key is to find a balance!
So I hope that this post has helped you see the advantages of having a logbook and that maybe with your next babysitter you might suggest starting to use one. Hope you have a great weekend and until next week.
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