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Families in Merit need part-time, after school, weekend, overnight, and last-minute babysitting help.
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Have to go to an appt and need a sitter for a couple hours. Looking for someone very patient, kind, and caring with experience caring for two small children simultaneously. My 2yr old is potty...
EDIT: I corrected the dates to October 23 and 24 (Friday and Saturday). We're looking for a sitter to watch 2 toddlers in a rental house while their parents (2 couples) are at an event at the...
Kids mostly play individual or by themselves. Food will be prepped and ready to just reheat. Located beside a walking park area. I have a stroller if you want to go for a walk anytime of the day
2 yr old boy 4yr old girl Very independent kiddos, one will color and the other will play with toys. Rarely fights
Childcare for afternoon/evening, including dinner (dinner will be provided). Will be home for bedtime

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Claudia N., babysitter, Brooklyn, NY

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