GOT ACCEPTED...NO BABYSITTER:((( What to do??

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HI FRIENDS!!

Got accepted to a nursing program but one small problem..they may only offer a 430 to 930pm class and I don't have childcare as I'm a single mother..and daycares aren't open that late...WHAT DO I DO?? HOW can I let this opportunity slip through my hands after all my hardwork with pre-reqs and appy process...Any suggestions?? If anybody reads this..can they please give me advice or referral for babysitting in the Claremont/Upland area?!?!?!? Or just advice if maybe they were in this situation too...any suggestions would help..SOS

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Specializes in ER/Acute Care.

I'd say of your children are school aged, talk with their teachers. I was an assistant at a Montessori school in high school and I was recruited all of the time by teachers and parents to babysit. Its a great way to find a good babysitter because you know that they've been background checked by the school system and are more than likely safer than anyone you would find off of the streets. I would use student loan money to cover the costs. This opportunity is going to be huge for you and your family. Congratulations on your acceptance, it will all work out!

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Specializes in Wannabe NICU Nurse.

Look into 24-hour day care centers or home day-care. They may be hard to find but they are out there, you just have to research and look. Good luck and congrats on your acceptance!!

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Specializes in Neuro/Med-Surg/Oncology.

Try Craigslist. I'm not sure where you're located. Also, try getting word around among the child development majors at your school.

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Did you check with your school? I know our school has day care on the main campus.

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I'm a single mom too. Congrats on your acceptance to nursing school!! How exciting! :yeah: Do you have any friends who could possibly babysit? All of the above comments offer great suggestions. Also don't hesitate to ask any family who may live nearby. Is the father in the picture at all? If so see if he can babysit sometimes. Also check with fellow classmates and professors at your school to see if they know of any good babysitters or daycares that can accomodate the times you need. Ask neighbors too. They might know someone or babysit themselves. Just don't be afraid to ask, and do your research on potentials. I wish you the best of luck with everything! Where there's a will God provides the way!

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Specializes in Maternity.

the father of my daughter isn't in the picture at all and i don't have family anywhere near me. so, luckily i have a friend (who is also a mother) that looks after my daughter when daycare is unavailable. just as some others have said, don't be afraid to ask!

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Specializes in ER/Ortho.

I was lucky enough to have family who could be there when I couldn't. The hours you listed are perfect times for a teenager. You might check the local high school to see if any of the students might be wanting a baby sitting job. I found my son a math tutor that way. Check with your neighbors...maybe theres a nice elderly lady who would love a child for company in the evening or another single mom who would love for you to help her during the day for her help in the evenings. I would be careful of craigslist as we have had some nasty things happen around here in regards to it. People getting mugged when they pick up their stuff or even one man shot.

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Do you have one of those hourly childcare places by you (some are reputable, like PlayTime, AdventureKids, etc.)? They are open that late. Also, I am certain that you would be able to find someone to accomodate you for those hours through a nanny service. You can also ask around at your church, gym, etc. One last suggestion--you can post a classified on someplace like craigslist----but BE CAREFUL. If you go that route, I would definitely do a criminal background check and make sure that the person has reputable references. I found our babysitter on craigslist--she's a high school student--and when I met her for the first time, we met at a McDonald's (don't let them come to your house for your first meeting). She ended up working out great and is very responsible. Good luck!!!!

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Specializes in NICU, Post-partum.

I'll tell you what to do...call the counseling center at your school...see if you can find another mother who is taking DAY classes and see if you can trade off...that way it will cost you nothing.

Then, get at least two high school students as an emergency backup.

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I would definitely try Craigslist.com. There are a lot of in home daycares that are open during those times. I would be sure to check references. You shouldn't have any trouble finding anyone on craigslist. I used to have an inhome daycare, and that's how I found all of my clients. Congratulations on gettng accepted!

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Try sittercity.com. They do background checks on their sitters. Probably a lot safer than craigslist. Good luck.

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