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16.09.2025 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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10 Ways to Help Your Child Overcome Fear of Monsters at Bedtime
16.09.2025 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.

How to Become a Great Babysitter
16.09.2025 Linda Aarts

How to Become a Great Babysitter

If you want to become a babysitter and find regular work, the key is to build experience, gain parents’ trust, and show that you take the role seriously. Even if you’re young, you can start by helping family members, offering to work as a “mother’s helper,” taking a First Aid and CPR course, and creating a professional babysitter profile on a platform like Sitly. By setting a fair hourly rate based on your age, experience, and responsibilities, and by going the extra mile during each job, you’ll increase your chances of getting more babysitting work and keeping parents happy.

20 Easy Part-Time Jobs as a Student — from Babysitting to Tutoring and Private Lessons
16.09.2025 Linda Aarts

20 Easy Part-Time Jobs as a Student — from Babysitting to Tutoring and Private Lessons

Seeking to earn some extra money as a student or in addition to your current job? Finding the right part-time work can provide you with the flexibility to earn an income while still focusing on school and your personal life. In this guide, we’ve rounded up 20 of the best and most flexible side jobs. Many of them can be done from home, like filling out online surveys, babysitting, or tutoring, while others let you get outside, be creative, or meet new people.

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10 Easy & Creative Mother’s Day Crafts Kids Can Make at Home
16.09.2025 Linda Aarts

10 Easy & Creative Mother’s Day Crafts Kids Can Make at Home

Need a sweet and simple Mother’s Day activity for kids? These 10 easy DIY crafts use common household items. From handprint hearts to flower forks and custom photo frames, kids can make meaningful gifts for Mum with love—and a little glue.

Crafts with Cardboard Rolls: 10 Creative Ideas
16.09.2025 Linda Aarts

Crafts with Cardboard Rolls: 10 Creative Ideas

Discover easy and creative DIY projects with cardboard rolls. Using simple materials like toilet paper rolls and paper towel tubes, kids can make castles, animals, pencil holders, and more fun recycling crafts. Perfect for rainy days or school projects.

Make Your Child’s Halloween Costume at Home—Fun, Easy, and Budget-Friendly
16.09.2025 Linda Aarts

Make Your Child’s Halloween Costume at Home—Fun, Easy, and Budget-Friendly

Looking for fun and budget-friendly Halloween costumes for kids? This guide offers parents six simple, creative DIY ideas—from a mummy and robot to a baby turtle—that can be made at home with everyday materials. Perfect for families who want to save money and enjoy crafting.

Christmas Crafts: 22 Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids of All Ages
15.09.2025 Linda Aarts

Christmas Crafts: 22 Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids of All Ages

In this article you’ll find 22 easy Christmas crafts for kids, from paper plate snowmen and ribbon trees to pinecone ornaments and pasta angels. Simple, fun projects that parents, teachers, and babysitters can enjoy with children of all ages.

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In need of a helping hand with the kids, or are you looking for a job with children? Sitly helps parents and babysitters find the perfect match. Sign up, browse profiles, and start connecting today!

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