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Laura Bruzzaniti

16 articles written

I'm a journalist, author of two books, and a mother. For years, I've been writing about parenthood in search of answers to the thousands of questions parents ask every day.

Laura Bruzzaniti
Night Babysitter: How to Find One and Tips for a Smooth Night
31.08.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

Night Babysitter: How to Find One and Tips for a Smooth Night

Need a babysitter who can stay overnight? Here's how to find a reliable night babysitter, what sets a night nanny apart, and what to agree on before the night starts, from pay to house rules.

How to Find a Last-Minute Babysitter Without Stress
21.08.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

How to Find a Last-Minute Babysitter Without Stress

Looking for a last-minute babysitter doesn't have to be stressful. Learn how to build an emergency babysitter list, find trusted local sitters quickly, and prepare for unexpected childcare needs before they arise.

Babysitter Agency vs Babysitter App: Which Is Right for You?
21.08.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

Babysitter Agency vs Babysitter App: Which Is Right for You?

Not sure whether to use a babysitter agency or an online babysitting platform? Here's how the two compare on cost, control, and convenience, so you can choose the option that actually fits your family's needs.

Babysitter vs. Nursery: Which Childcare Option Is Right for Your Family?
21.07.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

Babysitter vs. Nursery: Which Childcare Option Is Right for Your Family?

Trying to decide between a babysitter and nursery? Here are 8 key things to weigh, from cost and flexibility to socialisation and routine, so you can choose what actually fits your child and your schedule.

How to Help Your Child Get Used to a New Babysitter: A Step-by-Step Guide
07.07.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

How to Help Your Child Get Used to a New Babysitter: A Step-by-Step Guide

This guide walks you through how to introduce a babysitter gradually, what to tell them before day one, and how to handle goodbye tears without making them worse. Practical steps for parents who want the transition to go as smoothly as possible.

What Does a Babysitter Do?
17.06.2026 Laura Bruzzaniti

What Does a Babysitter Do?

From mealtimes and bedtime routines to the trickier questions: can they do the hoovering? Take your child to the doctor’s? This guide gives parents a clear, honest picture of what a babysitter does, and what’s worth a conversation before they start.

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