Count how many diapers there are and how many bottles of formula there are before you leave and when you get home. Newborns should be changed every four to six hours depending on how much they eat. Infants can go through about 12 diapers a day. More warning signs after the cut
Check the baby naked
Parents often arrive home to find their kids already in
pajamas. Then they leave in the morning and let the nanny put the kids in
daytime clothing. So they never see their child undressed. Examine their bodies
for bruises, scratches, bites or other injuries.
Be aware if you child is unusually clingy or has fear of
caretakers.
Separation anxiety occurs between 6 to 8 months of age and
may last until 2 to 3 years of age. Signs of separation anxiety before 6 months
may suggest a problem. If it goes too far and goes too long and it's just not
within their range of personality, that is a red flag.
Trust your instincts.
A "mother's instinct" is even better than a
camera. Keep in mind, it may always be hard to turn your children over to
someone, but you should trust your instincts if you have suspicions.
Allow a trial period where one parent is there with the
nanny.
People will take a car for a test drive before they buy it,
but they don't always think to take a potential nanny for a test drive.
Explanations of injuries are inconsistent with the baby's
age and abilities.
For example, if your baby is not a crawler, he shouldn't be
bumping into things. Ask yourself, "Could my baby possibly be doing
this?" Listen carefully for the explanation that is given.
Nanny over-exaggerates the extent of their daily activities.
Does every day sound like an exciting field trip? Sure, some
days may include a trip to the park, going for walks, watching developmental
videos, etc., but question whether it realistically occurs every day.
Nanny avoids eye contact and answers questions that are not
asked.
You really have to see if they're talking too much, if
they're telling you things that you don't need to know.
Nanny leaves as soon as you arrive home.
The nanny should want to tell you about things your child
did that day.
Is the nanny late a lot?
Being late doesn't necessarily mean she's neglecting your
child, but a nonchalant attitude about when she arrives could carry over into
the way she treats your child.
When your child is sick on weekends, does the nanny call to
see how your child is doing?
She should care about your child whether she's working or
not. Does the nanny feel like part of the family?
Recent and unexplained behavioral changes in your child.
Insufficient amount of diapers or formula being used.
You may come home to a child who's dry, but has your child
been changed as many times as needed throughout the day?
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