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28.11.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

Calculate Your Babysitter’s Rate with the Sitly Calculator

Find out how much to pay a babysitter in your area. Sitly’s Babysitter Rate Calculator shows average rates across Canada and helps you estimate a fair hourly wage based on your city, number of children, and any extra duties. Get a clear and personalized indication of what families and babysitters usually agree on.

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Calculate Your Babysitter’s Rate with the Sitly Calculator
28.11.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

Calculate Your Babysitter’s Rate with the Sitly Calculator

Find out how much to pay a babysitter in your area. Sitly’s Babysitter Rate Calculator shows average rates across Canada and helps you estimate a fair hourly wage based on your city, number of children, and any extra duties. Get a clear and personalized indication of what families and babysitters usually agree on.

How Much Does a Babysitter Cost?
14.10.2025 Linda Aarts

How Much Does a Babysitter Cost?

How much does a babysitter cost? And what is a fair hourly rate for a babysitter? In this in-depth guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about babysitting costs in Canada, from teenage sitters to professional nannies. We’ll break down the average hourly rates, how much to pay based on age, experience, and location, and how extra tasks like cooking or caring for multiple children can impact the rate. You’ll also find real-life calculation examples, a table of minimum wages, and helpful tips to help you decide on a fair and responsible babysitter salary. Perfect for parents looking to balance affordability with high-quality, trustworthy childcare.

10 Ways to Help Your Child Overcome Fear of Monsters at Bedtime
09.09.2025 Linda Aarts

10 Ways to Help Your Child Overcome Fear of Monsters at Bedtime

If your child is afraid of monsters at bedtime, you’re not alone. Many kids aged 3 to 6 struggle with nighttime fears fueled by imagination and change. In this article, you’ll learn why these fears happen, how to validate them, and 10 simple, creative ways to help your child feel safe and sleep peacefully. From using nightlights and comforting routines to anti-monster sprays, magic spells, and stuffed animal bodyguards—each idea is designed to reduce anxiety and empower your child at night.

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From What Age Can You Safely Leave Your Child Home Alone?
02.08.2025 Laura Bruzzaniti

From What Age Can You Safely Leave Your Child Home Alone?

There’s no strict legal age for leaving a child home alone—it depends on maturity, safety, and context. This guide gives parents age-based recommendations, key safety rules, and preparation tips to help children become more independent at the right pace. Learn what your child should know before staying home alone, how to plan for emergencies, and how babysitters can support independence too.

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