its good for you.
2007-01-20 11:53:01
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answered by Natalie 2
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That's way too long. What does your mom say about all this? Tomorrow make sure that your Aunt knows that you are no longer able to babysit longer than 3-4 hours at a time on weekends, and only 1 hour on school nights. Put your foot down... you're old enough to speak up now.
2007-01-20 12:16:13
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answered by mJc 7
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You are too young to have the responsibility for that length of time for such a young child. Are you being forced to babysit? Are you asked if you want to babysit? Are you being paid for it? What is your aunt doing that she needs you to babysit so much? A lot of this depends on the circumstances of why you are being forced into doing it so much. If she just wants to go out and party, then you should tell her when you are willing to do it and when you are not. It sounds like you need to have a sit down with her and tell her how you feel about it. Maybe you can both come to a reasonable solution. And why aren't your parents getting involved? Are they making you do it? If they are, then go to your grandparents and ask them to intervene on your behalf.
2007-01-20 12:05:01
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answered by Slimsmom 6
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No you are not too young, just be SURE you are WELL VERSED in the care of the child you re sitting with. The mother should tell you everything you need to know. Be SURE she leaves you with a written & signed statement that you can get the child EMERGENCY care, should somthing happen. And BE SURE she leaves you with an insurance card.
She should ALSO give you a phone number to reach her if you need to call for anything, as well as tell you the name and address of the place she will be going to while she is away. This way if something were to happen to the child, she could be notified ASAP.
She is your Aunt I know, but should she have to hire a sitter they would charge her money. You should be entitled to AT LEAST minimum wadge for the state you live in honey. Most sitters charge flat rates, $40 per evening or so, but minimum wadge ususally is sufficient if you are young. It is not right to pay under minimum wadge, and you also need to talk to your mother about it. There are child labor laws in most states, and you may need your mother, and or, father to sign a work form in order for you to babysit. So TALK to your parent[s], letting them know you want to do this [or if you no longer want to], and they should help you from there.
And REMEMBER ... if it interferes with your homework or anything, don't do it and neglect your edjucation sweetie. If you can't do it, there will be someone she can hire in your stead.
2007-01-20 11:57:02
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answered by Jewel 3
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Not only are you a bit young for this responsibility, I think your aunt is taking advantage of you. I hope you at least get paid minimum wage.
It sounds to me like your aunt just doesn't want to be bothered with her child.
I would not normally recommend this to a 13-year-old, but I think you should put your foot down, maybe even throw a tantrum. It is time for the adults to act like adults instead of making you be the adult.
2007-01-20 12:12:38
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answered by The First Dragon 7
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No you are not to young! I babysit and I am only 11 years old. You will be perfectly fine if you know what you are doing. I think you do to if you are baby sitting for 13 hours! But I think you a fine.
2007-01-20 11:57:09
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answered by Caitlyn C 2
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If you are getting paid for it its ok. If not they are abusing you and you should call social services. Either way it should be your choice and don't let them guilt trip you. If she didn't want the responsibility she shouldn't have had the kid. Its not your problem and its wrong of them to push it off on you. You should be concentraing on your studies and being with friends. If you spend all your time with an 11 month old you won't develop the social skills you will need later in life.
2007-01-20 11:56:49
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answered by - 3
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Depends;
is ur aunt taking advantage of you? by this i mean is she using u to babysit while she is out having fun/going out w/her friends etc. or she out working so she can support u and those who ur babysitting? If she is taking advantage of u then, its bad for ur aunt (not u). she should not be taking advantage of you. If it so she can work and support the family, then ask her for more time off. Tell her ur stressing out? again it all depends...
good luck
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2007-01-22 06:53:09
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answered by Ody 3
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baby-sitting is not a bad thing, its great especially if you love kids. but unless you're 13, you shouldnt be working over 20 hours a week. i dont you where you live but here in california i believe that if you're under 18 you cant be working more than 20 hours i believe. i think that you should let your aunt know how you feel about working that much. remember you're going to be 13 only once in your life so you should have fun while you're still young.
2007-01-20 12:09:23
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answered by SoCal Paramedic 2
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Your aunt is taking advantage of you. Are you getting paid? Do you live with you aunt? You are too young to have this kind of responsibility. Responsibility is good for everyone, but this is extreme. When do you have time to concentrate on your homework or other interests? Good luck getting out of a bad situation.
2007-01-20 11:57:14
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answered by yendyssixela 2
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Depends on the state you live in what the legal age is for babysitting. Do you feel overwhelmed like you cant handle it? If so tell your Aunt.
2007-01-20 11:53:51
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answered by chemky1 3
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