How to Make a Good Impression on Babysitting Parents

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: When going to the child's house

   Wear an appropriate outfit, not something you might wear to a friend's house.
   
   Comb your hair, brush your teeth, and put on a nice body spray, or deodorant.
   
   This will give the parents the impression that you take care of yourself. (Which is hopefully true!) Be sure to avoid shorts shorter than a few inches above the knee, very tight clothing, anything badly ripped, and miss matched clothes.
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   Step 2: look presentable.

   , Say something like, "You have a lovely home." Or compliment the mother's clothing. , Wait patiently for the parents instructions about what the kid can eat, or their bedtime, then nod with a look that says, "Yes, yes of course."
   
   (or whatever time they are getting home, to show you were paying attention when they told you)"
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   Step 3: When you get to their house

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   Step 4: ring the doorbell once

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   Step 5: then wait patiently and with a smile.

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   Step 6: Greet them with a bubbly smile

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   Step 7: and wait for them to invite you in.

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   Step 8: Say hello to the child (children) as well.

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   Step 9: When the mom and dad say they're ready to go

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    Step 10: say something like

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    Step 11: "See you at 11!

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