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First Aid Guides & Articles

Straightforward first aid guidance for babysitters, covering the emergencies you are most likely to meet, which course to book and how to prepare before the parents leave.

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Why a First Aid Certificate Gets You More Babysitting Work

3 August 2026 · 4 min read

Parents are increasingly asking to see a certificate before they book. Here is why it matters to them, what it does for your rate and how quickly you can get certified.

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The Emergencies Babysitters Are Most Likely to Face

3 August 2026 · 6 min read

Choking, allergic reactions, falls, burns and asthma. What each one looks like in a child, what to do first, and when to stop managing it yourself and call 000.

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Which First Aid Course Should a Babysitter Do?

3 August 2026 · 4 min read

A comparison of the CPR, Provide First Aid and Childcare First Aid units, what each covers, how long they take and which one is the best value for babysitting work.

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What to Ask Parents Before They Walk Out the Door

3 August 2026 · 4 min read

A short checklist to run through at the start of every babysitting job so that you are not searching for information during an emergency.

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