Caregiver essentials: 11 must-haves to bring on every job - For caregivers, coming prepared to work is job number one. Bonus points if you come with a well-stocked toolkit that makes you the most well-loved and well-prepared child care provider that family has ever seen.

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8 awesome icebreaker activities to help kids warm up to a new sitter - It can be awkward getting comfortable with new parents, new kids and a new house, which is why we’ve gathered these eight fun, simple icebreaker activities that will help kickstart a great relationship with the kids.

First day on the job? Follow these 7 tips to ensure a smooth start - Here are seven ways to make sure you have a great Day One — and start to a successful working relationship.