Every job has certain guidelines.
Baby sitting is no exception.
There are certain things that will be expected of you as a sitter and things that you should expect of the parents. That's why the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has prepared this Super Sitter Guide. There are certain do's and don'ts. Before the parents leave, get the names and phone numbers suggested in the Super Sitter's Very Important Phone Numbers List. Have the parents show you through the house or apartment and point out where the items you will need are located, such as the children's clothing or playthings.