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Safa Ali

Safa Ali
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Babysitter available

I am a responsible, charismatic person who strives to keep those around me happy and safe. I will go above and beyond to ensure that anyone left in my care is protected, respected and valued. I will try my best to make it an enjoyable experience for them, as well as a safe one.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny £15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting £15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking £15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel within Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have owned many pets myself. I have had had 3 cats, fish, hamsters and have been around dogs many times in the past. I have experience working with children in a nursery, as well as working in an elderly care home. I also have experience babysitting children, as I have baby siblings of my own, who I have helped raise.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming

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Muna Abdi

Muna Abdi
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Loving, Responsible, and Experienced Childcare Provider

Hi families! My name is Muna Abdi, and I’m a caring and experienced nanny with three years of hands-on childcare experience. I’ve had the joy of working with little ones as young as 1 year old, children ages 2–7, and even those with special needs who require extra patience and support. I love creating safe, fun, and nurturing environments where kids can learn, explore, and feel truly cared for. My goal is to be not only a reliable caregiver, but also someone who helps your children grow with confidence, happiness, and love.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Cats

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

- - -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • 5 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have three years of experience working with children between the ages of 1, 2–7, and 6 years old, including those with special needs and children requiring additional care and support. My background includes creating safe, engaging, and nurturing environments tailored to each child’s developmental stage. I have supported children with daily routines, meal preparation, educational activities, and creative play, while also encouraging positive social, emotional, and academic growth.

I bring patience, responsibility, and compassion to my role as a caregiver, with a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all children and families.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Tia Pountney

Tia Pountney
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper £8/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting £8 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
  • 17 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

As the oldest of four, I have extensive experience babysitting my siblings. I'm confident I can apply these skills to any babysitting job. I also have GCSEs in English, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance

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S Hussain
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Available Everyday

I'm available everyday so if you need someone in an emergency or even flexible timings your in the right profile

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny £10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have experience of looking after children as I have 2 of my own with the eldest being 3 years old and the youngest 1.5 years

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Writing

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Renee Shaw
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Welcome message:

As an 19-year-old, I bring a mature and responsible approach to babysitting, combined with a genuine love for working with children. I'm capable of providing attentive care, creating engaging activities, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. I'm reliable, punctual, and committed to following your specific.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny £10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Cooking

Contact Renee For Free

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Dog walking

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Naisargi Pathak

Naisargi Pathak
Birmingham, England

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Hi, I’m Naisargi and I’m very interested in babysitting and nanny jobs. I have several years of childcare experience

Hello! My name is Naisargi Pathak, and I’m a warm, dependable, and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience. I’ve worked with children of all ages in both India and the UK. Most recently, I worked in Birmingham as a mum’s helper, supporting parents with daily routines, engaging play, and light household tasks.

I’ve also had the meaningful experience of caring for a child with special needs, which has deepened my understanding of individualized care, patience, and empathy. I always strive to create a safe, loving, and supportive environment where every child feels secure and valued.

Currently, I’m pursuing a Master’s in Public Health at Birmingham City University and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy. My medical background enhances my ability to ensure children’s health and safety, and I’m certified in CPR, first aid, and emergency care (DRABC).

I’m fluent in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati, allowing me to connect easily with families from diverse backgrounds.

Services I Offer:

  • Full-day or part-time childcare
  • Support for children with special needs
  • Assistance with feeding, bathing, and daily routines
  • Engaging children in educational and creative play
  • Light housekeeping and meal preparation for children
  • Homework help and school pick-up/drop-off
  • Multilingual communication and cultural understanding
  • First aid and emergency care readiness

I’m passionate about nurturing children’s growth and supporting families in any way I can.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair £8/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Fish sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Fish

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel within Birmingham for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 26 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Simran Singh

Simran Singh
Dudley, England

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

Hey! My name is Simran and im currently 17 years old. Im a sixth form student whoa doing her A-level courses and aspire to become a doctor?? I’m an older sister, who’s used to household tasks since young; e.g. cooking, cleaning and general household tasks. I also have a little kitty named Coco who’s around a year old.

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter £10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting £10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking £10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Dudley for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Cooking

Contact Simran For Free

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Tiffany Poole
Wolverhampton, England

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper £9/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Wolverhampton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Tiffany For Free

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Amee Metcalfe
Redditch, England

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter £10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Pet sitting £7 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking £10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Redditch for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Arts / crafts

Contact Amee For Free

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Ruby
Brierley Hill, England

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Member since: Jul 2024

Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter £11/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting £11 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking £11 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within Brierley Hill for work.

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Ruby For Free

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Childcare

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Babysitting Pay Rates Smethwick, England, United Kingdom (Updated 7 Dec 2025)

Smethwick babysitters are paid an average of £13.49 per hour as of December 2025, which is 8.3% higher than the English average of £12.45, and 7.4% higher than the United Kingdom average of £12.56. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Smethwick.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Smethwick:
£12.26 £13.49 £14.71
England:
£11.32 £12.45 £13.58
United Kingdom:
£11.42 £12.56 £13.70

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Valentine's Day Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a Valentine's Day babysitter so you can enjoy a romantic evening while knowing your kids are in safe hands.

1. Book early

Valentine’s Day is a high-demand night for babysitters, so secure someone well in advance.

2. Expect holiday rates

Babysitters often charge extra for special occasions, so budget for a premium.

3. Choose someone trusted

Go with a sitter your kids already know, or someone with strong references if it’s their first time.

4. Confirm late-night availability

Make sure the sitter is comfortable staying until your return, even if it’s late.

5. Share bedtime routines

Provide clear instructions for dinner, storytime, and bedtime so the evening runs smoothly.

6. Leave fun activities

Stock up on games, crafts, or a movie to keep the kids entertained while you’re out.

7. Plan a simple dinner for kids

Prepare or order something easy the babysitter can serve without stress.

8. Leave emergency contacts

Give them your number, backup contacts, and any medical details they might need.

9. Set house rules

Be clear on snacks, screen time, and bedtime flexibility.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re working on a date night, consider a bonus, chocolates, or a thank-you note.

See our parents' guide to Valentine's Day babysitting for more detailed information.


Valentine's Day Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing Valentine's Day babysitter candidates so you can enjoy a stress-free date night knowing your kids are well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on holidays or special occasions before (like Valentine’s Day)?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable caring for multiple children at once?
  • How do you usually keep kids entertained in the evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to work late into the evening if needed?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • How do you feel about working on Valentine’s Day, when many sitters are in demand?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle dinnertime and bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving a simple meal or snacks?
  • How do you keep kids calm and happy if they miss us while we’re out?
  • Would you plan activities (games, crafts, movie night) to make the evening fun?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you CPR and first aid certified?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re not immediately reachable?
  • What steps would you take if a child refuses to go to bed or becomes upset?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually keep parents updated while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • What’s your backup plan if something prevents you from coming at the last minute?
  • Are you comfortable working later than planned if our evening runs long?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about babysitting on special occasions?
  • How do you balance keeping the night fun but still structured?
  • Why do you think you’d be a great fit for our family on Valentine’s Day?