I just welcomed these people to the neighborhood and they have a daughter who's nine years old and i have a sister who is nine years old. i was babysitting my little sister because our parents were out of town and after an hour of their daughter and my sister playing they asked if i could babysit. i said yes because i didn't know what to do. i hardly know these people. would they just leave their daughter with anyone? They aren't even paying me for this.
2007-04-28 09:34:05 · 12 answers · asked by victorianlady92 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Well, they probably saw how great you were with your sister and felt confident in your abilities w/ their daughter. It's probably an enormous compliment.
Regarding the pay, how long are you babysitting? Longer than 30-45, yes, then you should be paid. And, you ought to bring that up. You might try something like:
"I've really enjoyed watching your daughter/I would love to babysit your daughter this afternoon, and I have plenty of great references from other people in the neighbor. Typically, they've been so pleased with my babysitting abilities that they've compensated me at $5.00 an hour."
You deserve to be compensated for your time and hard work. Go after it.
2007-04-28 09:38:54 · answer #1 · answered by eliza8 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You welcomed them to the neighborhood and showed you were responsible by looking after your own sister. They were probably happy to find someone friendly and responsible in their new neighborhood. I see your point about leaving their daughter with someone they hardly know but you must have impressed them as someone they can trust. That speaks very highly of you.
Two words of advice for you: In future if someone asks you to do something that you don't want to do don't be afraid to say no. It's not a good policy to say yes just because you didn't know what to do. That will lead to being used and disrespected in the future. You have a right to say no to something you don't want to do.
The second thing is if someone asks you to babysit and you want to be paid for your services, don't be shy about letting them know what you charge for your time. Your time and experience is worth something and you have a right to be paid. Just say something like, "Sure, I'd be happy to babysit, I charge $___ per hour." If they don't want to pay, let them find someone else. It's not easy to find reliable help. If you are responsible and want to babysit to make some extra money, your reputation will speak for itself and people will be glad to pay you for your services.
2007-04-28 16:56:03 · answer #2 · answered by innerradiancecoaching 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL. Welcome to the real world dear. It sounds as though you live in a good neighborhood, where neighbors trust each other. Where someone could ask their neighbor for a cup of sugar if they were out. Where someone could a ask to use a laundry machine because thiers broke down. Where someone could ask their neighbor to watch their nine-year old because they have an emergency. If you expect payment then let it be known when they ask. I am almost certain that these people will remember that you did them a favor and will return it at an appropriate time.
2007-04-28 16:48:08 · answer #3 · answered by DAVID C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it is rude and they are sorta taking advantage of you to watch them. but i wouldnt over react about it. i would just play along with it for now and babysit. then talk to your parents about it and tell them what you think. and if they cant do anything then next time tell them that you are going to charge them or say no that last time it was too much.
2007-04-28 16:41:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think this is going to be the last time that you are going to watch this girl for free. when they pick up the child tell them that this was a freebee and you usually charge X amount of money. (this may have been the first time you ever baby sit but they dont have to know). anyway,, let this be the last time that you watch this child, something might happen to her and you will be respondsible for her. let your parent s know and make sure it is ok with them. dont let her takre atvantage of you from the begining, she will know that you dont charge and make you feel giuilty and make you watch the kid for free. make sure you let them know that you are saving for a car(even if you are not) good luck.
2007-04-28 16:45:42 · answer #5 · answered by Christina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They know where you live. They know you treat your sister well. They know you are kind for welcoming them. They likely believe they can trust you. Frankly, though, I would've asked for payment. There and then. Since you didn't, just follow through on your promise, then next time ask for payment.
2007-04-28 16:43:01 · answer #6 · answered by Mailman 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. And you can say I need to okay it with my parents and they are gone. Maybe another time, sorry.
2007-04-28 16:45:24 · answer #7 · answered by openminded 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you may be being overly sensitive. It does not seem rude to me, but you may aquire as to any conpensation you may recieve for your services.
2007-04-28 16:45:48 · answer #8 · answered by capoeirista 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES it's rude
2007-04-28 16:41:53 · answer #9 · answered by pinkpassion 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it is kinda rude but i guess we got to be good people and to good things
2007-04-28 18:30:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋