Finding Childcare For An Event

Answer 1

One of the hardest parts about planning a large event is deciding what to do with the children. Though it has become somewhat acceptable to forbid children from coming on the invitations, this usually keeps certain parents from being able to attend and forces each set of parents to find a sitter for their children. The good news is that there is an easy way around that that will keep parents from being put off by a "no kids" invitation and will ultimately help more guests make it to the party. That solution is on-site childcare.

Who To Call

It can be daunting deciding who to call to provide event childcare. A temptation that should be avoided, however, is to call your private babysitter. Though you may already trust the babysitter you use for your one or two children, it is unlikely that she is capable of handling a large group like the one that will be at your event, party or wedding. The point is that you need to search in the phonebook for someone who specializes in exactly what you want: keeping children busy and quiet at a large, adult-oriented event. There are people who do this for a living, so make sure you search out and choose from those people in particular.

What To Provide

The person you hire will likely have specific requests when planning childcare at your event, but there are a few things you can count on needing. The first one is a room away from the main event. If you try to conduct childcare in a corner of the reception hall or main room of the party, your caretaker will not be able to keep kids from running off to their parents every chance they get. Make sure there is a room with a door you can shut, so that the children feel like they have their own special place to play and the adults do not have listen.

With some patience and careful planning, childcare at your party will be successful, fun, and much appreciated!