2007-04-10 01:18:25 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Yes, only if you feel she is responsible enough to take care of her other siblings.
2007-04-10 01:21:48 · answer #1 · answered by I ? Colbert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think your daughter is old enough to care for younger siblings, if you think she shows maturity and the ability to learn how to care for children. However, I think that maybe four younger children are a bit much for someone her age alone. Might I suggest maybe a close friend of hers (same age) that you trust or if you think your 12 year old is mature and cooperative enough to aide your 15 year old in caring for their younger three siblings that might work too. But make sure everyone understands the gravity and extent of their responsibilities and what to do in emergency situations.
2007-04-10 02:18:45 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4 children are too much for a 15 year old to handle. mabey one or even 2 of your outher children, for a short period of time. like if you go to the store. but I wouldnt leave a 15 year old alone with 4 children. especialy siblings. they will misbehave simply because they feel they can.
2007-04-10 01:30:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it was for one or two children and she wants to, then try it. But leaving her in charge of 4 is a huge responsibility. If she is motivated to do it, try it out while you go to the grocery store. If she is not interested, don't let her do it. You don't want her ignoring a potentially hazardous situation because she is angry that she is at home.
2007-04-10 01:39:42 · answer #4 · answered by RCJ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say yes. Your 12 year old could focus on one child and your 15 year old on the other (probally the youngest)
2007-04-10 02:04:43 · answer #5 · answered by chrissy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4 kids is to many for a 15 yr old. maybe 2 of them.
2007-04-10 03:31:19 · answer #6 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on if you feel that she is responsible enough and mature enough to handle it and take proper care of the children. If she is then Yes i definitely think it is okay.
2007-04-10 03:01:24 · answer #7 · answered by ilovemykids 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, unless you have reason not to trust her. Heck, your 12 year old can technically stay home alone with the kids
2007-04-10 01:28:00 · answer #8 · answered by Jennifer S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess it depends on how dependable and trustworthy she is. She should be fine.
I started babysitting when I was around 13-14 years old. I babysat small babies and toddlers.
2007-04-10 01:22:26 · answer #9 · answered by SamCam 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no,your daughter is barely old enuf to stay home on her own.
I remember when I was 15, I was a wild child. My mom would have been stupid to leave me alone. Actually,I got pregnant at 16...so there ya go!!
2007-04-10 01:29:08 · answer #10 · answered by future nba mom 23 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋