I love the kids…..I lied I don’t love the kids. I am going to be real babies scare me. I know I have 2 but my baby days are long behind me. I don’t change dirty diapers, I don’t have to babyproof my home, I don’t have to cut food up, and I don’t have to bath or change anyone’s poop. I also don’t have to feed anyone…so a friend of mine asked me to babysit a few weeks ago. This is the first time in over 2 years I have kept someone under 2, of course she had some questions and so did I….
Friend: Hey Kita, I am in a bind can you babysit my precious for me this Friday.
Me: *panics and tries to come up with an excuse*
Friend: I’ll pay you…..
Me: How much? That will depend on if I’m busy or not.
Friend: How does $60 sound for the day?
Me: That’s not enough but since I like you that’s fine.
Friend: Ok I have some questions because of course I know you haven’t had to deal with kids in a while
Me: Oh goody I have some for you also. You go first
Friend: Well we feed the baby organic things so I will send you with that stuff. Is your house kind of child proof because I can bring plugs and stuff to put in the walls? We also would like to know do you have child appropriate toys?
Me: Great yes send the organic stuff (we ate chick fil A…that’s kind of organic right), No I don’t have any plugs and no need to bring any. No I don’t do toys….I would suggest you don’t bring the ones you have because I will take the batteries out
Me: *now it’s my turn to ask questions* Do you have a jail pen, I mean play pen for the baby? Also, ask yourself if you truly want someone like me keeping your baby because I don’t normally follow any rules. When is the babies nap time because I like to nap also and I need to coordinate our napping schedule?
Friend: Yes I have the play pen why do you need it?
Me: Cause….I don’t do kids wandering all over my house. I got thangs to do. I don’t have time to be worrying about where the baby is at.
Friend: Ok I will bring that and she usually takes naps around noon
Me: Usually……this throws my nap way off…..
I ended up keeping the baby and we did nap. She went back alive and well!
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33 Comments
robin rue
November 1, 2017 at 12:03 pmGlad you survived! It’s not easy taking care of babies, especially if you’re out of practice. I hate when my SIL’s ask me to babysit my nieces and nephews because I can’t relate to little kids anymore lol.
Amber Myers
November 1, 2017 at 12:27 pmOh, I don’t do babies. Like you, I also have two, but when someone asks me to watch a baby I flatly tell them, “I don’t do babies. Sorry.” It’s just not worth my stress, but I’m glad you did it!
Alli Smith
November 1, 2017 at 1:04 pmIt’s that baby cry that I don’t like. You know when they start crying and won’t stop and you’ve done everything you know to do to – feed, change diaper and comfort – and they won’t stop. I like it when a child is old enough to tell me what they need. 🙂
Sheena Steward
November 1, 2017 at 1:33 pmI’m glad everything worked out with the baby. You were definitely a great friend for doing that. That Christmas mini session with too cute. I’m thinking of doing one.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
November 1, 2017 at 1:35 pmBabies can be challenging for sure. My youngest is now a toddler and can tell me what she needs or wants. It’s tough when you don’t know why they’re crying.
Jeanette
November 1, 2017 at 2:12 pmThis conversation totally cracked me up. Before I had children I thought a lot like you when it came to put to put them in and how to keep them safe at my house. I can tell you know being a parent is always nice to have friends that are willing to help.
Candy
November 1, 2017 at 2:31 pmOur home isn’t baby proof anymore organic no problem I always cook from scratch and what we grow. Hard work. Your a good friend.
Tomi C
November 1, 2017 at 3:22 pmToo funny! Taking care of babies can be exhausting but I know your friend really appreciated you helping out. Can’t wait to hear your next adventures in babysitting. *smile*
GiGi Eats
November 1, 2017 at 4:14 pmI am soooo not a nightowl, I am alll about waking up super early and accomplishing most of my tasks before NOON!
Karen Dawkins
November 1, 2017 at 5:15 pmLOL! I’ve had those same thoughts — willing to babysit, but terrified to expose a little person to my non-babyproofed home. I’ve usually survived it though.
Tisha
November 1, 2017 at 6:43 pmI love babies but I like giving them back after a couple oohs and aaahs lo! Thanks for sharing this, was definitely entertaining- glad you got through it!
Rosemary Palmer
November 1, 2017 at 11:43 pmI love to be around babies – for a short period of time. We have none in the family. I’m not sure how long it would take to baby proof our home.
Claudia Krusch
November 2, 2017 at 12:31 amPlay pens are so handy to have if you babysit. I keep a few toys around for when my friends with little ones stop by.
LaShawn
November 2, 2017 at 12:35 amLol play pens are lifesavers. LIFESAVERS!
Liz Mays
November 2, 2017 at 1:01 amGoing back to taking care of babies now would be such a big change! The worries are so different with each age group.
ricci
November 2, 2017 at 1:30 amI LOVE babies…maybe that’s why I love working with them!! LOL!! I like watching my nieces and nephews but thankfully they are all out of the baby stage (except one)!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
November 2, 2017 at 1:50 amHahaha, you are hilarious! I would have ask the same questions. I like my nap time too. Isn’t it nice to have the baby days behind you!? I haven’t had to watch a baby in a really long time, but thankfully I do have some baby toys left, because I’m keeping them for my grand kids. lol
Mimi
November 2, 2017 at 5:14 amI’m with you. I’m out of the baby stage and when I look at people my age having babies I’m always like why, you were almost there!
Lia World Traveler
November 2, 2017 at 9:02 amThis is hilarious and good for you. Way to face your baby demons. Glad you both survived.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
November 2, 2017 at 1:39 pmI’ve always enjoyed taking care of children. Unfortunately, the people I know with kids don’t have babies so I almost never get to watch one anymore.
Bernetta
November 2, 2017 at 4:32 pmAlive and well! What else can you ask for! LOL!!
Love the links too!
Dana Peller
November 2, 2017 at 7:00 pmIt’s not always easy to watch someone else’s baby. I’ve had two boys and sometimes I miss holding a baby, but to watch them, I always think twice.
Natalie
November 2, 2017 at 9:54 pmI am never around babies so babysitting would make me beyond nervous! Nice of you that you helped a friend out in a bind!
MJ
November 2, 2017 at 11:15 pmI remember this day. I laughed so hard at your snaps. You survived though and you know you loved it. LOL
Stacie
November 3, 2017 at 12:29 amGirl I don’t do kids either. My mom was the same way and no I’ve passed it to my daughter lol. It really takes a gift if you as me. Checking out your links too.
Bianca Dottin
November 3, 2017 at 12:54 amYou’re so brave! Babysitting other people’s babies scare me. Babies are so sensitive and unless you really know them, it’s hard to keep them happy sometimes. Glad you survived this experience!
Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen
November 3, 2017 at 1:25 amI have a two year old at the moment so I can babysit anytime. My little one needs a playmate..LOL! Glad you survived babysitting.
Elle (CleverlyChanging)
November 3, 2017 at 12:05 pmThat was the funniest verbal exchange I read in a while. It really sounded like you didn’t want to do so that momma must really trust you.
Mimi Green
November 3, 2017 at 12:37 pmI am in tears laughing at your babysitting experience. Hilarity at its finest. I’m happy to hear napsbwere had and everyone is still alive.
Nicole
November 3, 2017 at 1:56 pmI have an 11 month old and it is work for me. I use to think how babysitter come to love watching other people’s children that aren’t theirs. I think it is great you came out alive and ready to fight another day!
Kasi
November 3, 2017 at 11:05 pmLol this is hilarious! I sometimes watch my 2 year old nephew and my 9month old niece, and they are usually pretty chill, but it still can be intimidating!
Dogvills
November 4, 2017 at 6:06 pmTotally relate. I used to babysit for my niece when she was a baby because I was out of work that time. OMG. It was crazy. Plus I had a daughter in 2nd grade and two sons under the age of 5! The only time they were quiet was right after a meal. They all went to sleep and so did I!
Ashleigh
November 6, 2017 at 11:34 pmI’m glad you two both made it out alive lol this was a good read and I actually LOLed at the conversation!