What the sitter needs to know

-  Time you'll be home

-  Children's bedtimes

-  What TV shows and snacks are allowed

-  Whether to answer the door

-  How to answer the phone ( it may be wise not to say that you're out)

-  Special instructions for infants or sick children

-  Where things are: diapers, toys, food, books, fire extinguishers, flashlight, phone, first-aid supplies, fire exits, children's rooms

-  How to lock and unlock windows and doors


Telephone numbers

-  Where you can be reached:

-  Neighbor:

-  Doctor:

-  Police:

-  Fire:

-  Ambulance:

-  Poison control:


Provisions for the sitter

-  Soft drinks, snacks

-  Magazines, pillow