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Emergency contacts, allergies, bedtime routine and house rules on one page.
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- Base rate + (children − 1) × per-extra-child amount.
- Multiply by an experience factor.
- Add hourly extras, then multiply by hours.
FAQ
Is there a legal minimum wage for babysitters?
The federal minimum wage is $7.25/hour (U.S. DOL). Casual babysitting is often treated differently under federal rules (DOL Fact Sheet 79B), and state laws vary.
Do I need to pay taxes for a babysitter?
Possibly, if you pay above the annual household-employee threshold. See IRS Publication 926.
Why is everyone talking about babysitting costs?
Babysitting pay was a trending topic in early November 2026 after a viral debate (The Daily Dot).