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11-07-2007, 7:12 PM iluv2babysit Joined on 11-08-2007 Along for the Ride Late This Saturday will be the first late job I've ever had- from about 4:30 to 9:00. I'm comfortable with this...but does anyone have any tips on how to get them to eat...go to bed...etc.?    Report

11-08-2007, 5:22 AM babysitterlaura Joined on 08-12-2007 USA Getting to Know Us Re: Late Getting them to eat should not be too much of a problem, usually they will eat with no problem when it is time for dinner.  As for bed, I start warning the kids about 45 minutes before its bedtime, so that way they know its coming.  I also don't suggest getting into a new game/activity before bedtime because the kids will want to stay up and finish it.  Before bed try to get the kids to relax a bit by reading them a story, singing soft songs etc.  Hope this helps!    Report

11-11-2007, 12:00 AM Chosen7Stone Joined on 10-21-2005 Tallahassee, FL Super Sitter!! Re: Late A little late now, but for future reference: see if the parents have a bedtime routine, which will help calm the children. How'd it go for you? *Love in Christ from Mary* 1 Peter 2:4-5 Vote my agency, Seminole Sitters, the "Best Overall Business" in Tallahassee for the 2007 Tally Awards at EverythingTallahassee.com!!!    Report