I know that this isn't the most mature idea ever, but I don't care. Here's the deal: I'd been babysitting for this family (I've only babysat for them 4 times). I sat for them on T, W, Th last week when the mother left her child home (with someone she didn't even know) when he had a 104 degree temp. I told her on Tuesday that after this next week (the week we're in now) I wouldn't be able to sit for them anymore. This is exactly how I worded it "I hate to do this to you guys but I was offered a (position) at my job so I'll finish this week out and after next week I won't be able to babysit for you guys anymore". I was under the assumption that they would still need me this week. Well anyway, on Thursday (the last time I sat for them) right before I left, the child's fever spiked up to 105.8, and I called to check and see if he was okay on Thursday night and again on Saturday. The mother wouldn't answer her phone. Should I still show up tomorrow to babysit for them ?
2007-06-04 04:23:35 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Should I still show up to babysit for them tomorrow when she hasn't returned my phone calls the last couple of days? I suppose I didn't make it very clear as to whether or not I would be able to help them out this week, and I'm taking her silence and lack of returning my phone calls as a sign that she's not interested?
2007-06-04 04:24:35 · update #1
sevenofous: if it helps, the person she left her sick child with was me (we'd only met a week prior). I just can't concievably understand why five days later, I cannot get a return phone call. I would feel slightly USED if I showed up having been given absolutly no consideration over the last week.
2007-06-04 05:30:06 · update #2
i would say no.. with a temperature like that the kid doesnt need to be anywhere but a hospital.. 106 degrees could be close to fatal if the kids young enough!
2007-06-04 04:28:56 · answer #1 · answered by Bobbi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all that is not a stupid question. It shows you have a heart. I agree with some of the other people. If they have voicemail or an answering machine, then call one more time and leave a message as to the time and date you will still be coming to babysit. If they don't need you then they will call you back and let you know. Don't take it to heart that they haven't answered the phone. With the child being that sick then they may have taken him to the ER and in turn the ER may have admitted him into the hospital. I applaud you for being so mature about the whole thing.
2007-06-04 04:58:30 · answer #2 · answered by heavenseyes98 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are assuming the mother isn't answering her phone because she doesn't want to talk with you. If her child's fever was truly 105.8, he most likely was taken to the doctor and perhaps even hospitalized. Don't make assumptions as you do not know all the facts. How do you know the mother left her child home with someone she didn't know? Even if she did, that is really none of your business. If you were scheduled to be there tomorrow, then yes, I would show up. If no one is home, take that as a sign that something serious happened with the child. Leave a note on the door expressing your concern for the child and leave a message on their answering machine as well. Their first concern is their sick child and will probably get back with you when he is better.
2007-06-04 05:21:41 · answer #3 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Go out with 2-3 of your single guy friends and hit some bars or clubs. The relaxed, fun, and easy going atmosphere with plenty of single ladies should help boost your confidence. Just spend a night chatting with some of the girls that you find attractive and soon you will be back in the game! Don't worry it's always though to start dating again after a long relationship but just try your best and don't give up if you have a few setbacks. Good luckkk! =)
2016-05-21 01:17:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the child is sick she may just be too busy with the child yto answer the phone. If she has voicemail or answering machine on phone I would just leave a message that you will be there on whichever day and at what time as previosuly arranged if you do not hear back. That leaves her the option to call you back and let you know if you are needed. If you don't hear back then I would assume are still needed.
2007-06-04 04:30:20 · answer #5 · answered by angelbaby1977 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If I were you I would call one more time. If she doesn't answer, leave a message and say "hi, I have been trying to get a hold of you to confirm whether or not you need me to babysit this coming week. If I don't hear back from you by tonight I am going to assume you have found someone else."
2007-06-04 04:33:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Show up, or keep calling to specifically let her know that you assume you will be there unless she tells you otherwise. If she doesn't pick up, leave a voicemail saying that.
Her baby had a 105.8 degree fever. She has other, more pressing issues than returning your phone call.
2007-06-04 06:05:23 · answer #7 · answered by CrazyChick 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try calling them one more time today and leave a message. They're either having their hands full with the baby's high temperature or they may be mad at you. If you leave a message asking them if they still need you this week and they still didn't call you back then don't bother going.
2007-06-04 04:32:42 · answer #8 · answered by sushimoto98 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
you are too involed,your are partly responsible 4 the fever spiking up and the ans is yes,u need to prepare 4 that in case things could get ugly.goodluck hope u listen;)
2007-06-04 04:53:54 · answer #9 · answered by Claudine P 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
no
2007-06-04 04:28:23 · answer #10 · answered by justasinnersavedbygrace 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋