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2 year old
I'm trying to find a babysitting job but I don't really have any expirience with young children. I got a response to babysit a 2 year old boy from 9-5 3 days a week and I don't even know how to take care of a 2 year old! Do they need changed? Do they eat normal food? Do they talk? Please give me tips so I don't sound stupid asking the mother questions like that.
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its great that you got a babysitting job.
okay two year olds can be fun, and hard at the same time.
first about the changing issue, some of them are not potty trained yet some are. some are trained to only do #1 on the toilet and not #2. even if they are trained you should ask them if they need the bathroom-sometimes they don't tell you.
the food issue, this is something i would highly recommend asking the mother or father a question about. questions such as, what kind of food does ____ eat?, does ___ eat this?, or, can ___ eat this? it depends on the child's comfort level. some two year olds like different food then other two year olds. remember to ask about allergies. ask in advance so you don eat anything they could be allergic to before you go. and if you do eat something they are allergic to, wash your face, arms, AND hands. you don't want them to have a reaction while your babysitting.
the talking, most can talk even though it may be hard to understand. some of them can't form sentences but they might form small phrases. a lot of two year olds can say simple words, but if they try to say other things that may be harder it is almost impossible to understand. its hard to understand what their saying anyway, so when they try to say hard words its worse.
remember most two year olds have a lot of energy so try to keep them occupied as long as possible and tire them out so they get good naps in, and so that at night they sleep well. that will impress the parents. ask what activities they like, or what they enjoy doing.
hope i helped!
good luck...you'll get the hang of it once you start thats what happened to me.
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hey well the first thing i can tell you find someone that has a two year old be around them next do some reading. yes some are potty traied some arent, yes they eat nomaly food you just have to cut the food in smaller bits nd for the hole talking thing yea most of them do but some have not learned yet
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Some 2 year olds are potty trained and some arent. Usually the mother tells you things like that. Some do eat normal food though. Like cheerios and stuff like that. You could ask the mom what his favorite foods are. A lot of 2 year olds do talk. They are still learning to speak though so i suggest trying not to curse or say any words that the mother wouldnt like around him. He could easily pick it up. if you have more questions, dont hesitate to ask! :^)I hope this helps.
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Okay, here we go. Right around 2 is the age where the line between little baby and rambunctious toddler is crossed.
There is NEVER a stupid question to ask a mother when the well-being of her child is concerned. Just use your common sense. Mothers realize that their sitters aren't parents themselves, and while they are capable of taking care of children, they may not know just what the kid is doing at what age.
For the most part, children at two are:
-walking around and in some cases running
-talking up a storm (not all of it understandable)
-trying to shove anything they can in their mouths
-they have an independent streak, and want to "do it myself"
-attempting to use the potty, or at least starting.
...yes, this means you may be doing some changing. The mother will clue you in on their progress, and tell you what to do.
One thing to keep in mind: At this age KEEP AN EYE ON THEM AT ALL TIMES. They have a newfound mobility, and more often than not will explore their surroundings. They want to look at everything and run everywhere, and climb and jump and....et cetera. This means that you have to keep the place tidy...nothing they can hurt themselves on or destroy.
Also, FYI, don't baby-talk at them. They can understand a lot more words than they can speak. They can't formulate the sentence "I want a cookie", but by jehovah, they know what it means. Just ask "Do you want to ________?" and they will give a yes or no. I'm sure you'll find something to talk about. They don't shut up. Some common questions are "What's that?" and "Where's mommy?" (to which the answer is "She's shopping. But I'm here to play with you.")
At this point they are eating big-kid food, but in small quantities, and in little pieces. Be sure to cut up stuff into small pieces, including hot dogs and bananas, and junk. Keep meal time quiet, and distraction-free, and don't worry about the mess. You can clean it after.
Toddlers are very black-and-white, so make things simple. They are repetitious, so don't be surprised if she asks you to read the same book over and over again.
Don't be embarrassed if you screw up, and don't be afraid to call the mom or dad if you have a question. In one single night, I had to call the mommy because the 5-month old wouldn't stop crying. Turned out that he had a special couch that he liked to be fed on. On that same night, I accidentally put the diaper on his two-year old brother backwards. And I had no idea.
I hope this helps you. Good luck! And learn as you go.
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All kids are different and its up to the parent what they eat. The mother should tell you what to feed him and when he usually eats. Dont be afraid to ask because you're not expected to know everything and the mother will probably like you more if you ask questions.
My daughter spoke at 2 years old but she was (and still is) very advanced for her age. The child should still be able to explain to you what it wants though.
The majority of 2 year olds arent toilet trained so he will be requiring changing.
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they eat baby food he go to the amerian red cross and type in babysitting theres a 4 hour class of all u need to know a a dvd and booklet there will be other people there to u will have lots of breaks, too. - livi <3
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Most two year olds are starting to talk a little bit here and there, They are usually potty trained and yes they eat normal food. (Cereal, Sliced apples, carrots, Cut up hot dog, Potato) 2 year olds love to play just like most young children. (Color, Play with blocks, draw, etc) However, Just be careful because that is also the age they like to put things in there mouths.
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2 year olds normaly are able to talk and eat normally and are usually potty trained. Here are some babysitting tips:
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