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Parent attitudes and babysitting problems: an intervention opportunity for the pediatrician

R F Kourany, J D LaBarbera

    Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics : JDBP
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed

    Insights

    Hiring babysitters poses risks to child well-being due to inadequate screening and unclear expectations. Pediatricians can guide parents on safe babysitter selection and supervision to prevent potential child endangerment.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Child Safety
    • Parenting

    Background:

    • Babysitting is common but may pose risks to child well-being.
    • Parents often fail to adequately screen babysitters or set clear expectations.
    • Child safety is a primary concern for pediatricians and parents.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight potential risks associated with babysitting.
    • To inform pediatricians about parental practices regarding babysitter selection and supervision.
    • To provide guidance for pediatricians to educate parents on safe babysitting.

    Main Methods:

    • Data collected via parent questionnaires.
    • Analysis of parental screening practices and expectation articulation for babysitters.
    • Identification of common issues and parental guidance needs.

    Main Results:

    • Babysitting is linked to various problems endangering children.
    • Inadequate babysitter screening by parents is prevalent.
    • Lack of clear parental expectations for babysitters is a significant issue.

    Conclusions:

    • Pediatricians are well-positioned to guide parents on safe babysitting practices.
    • Providing guidance on babysitter selection and supervision is crucial for child safety.
    • Addressing parental practices can mitigate risks associated with babysitting.

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