| How to Choose a Babysitter | | When my first child was born, I couldn't imagine leaving him with a sitter. He was my baby and I didn't want to leave him! Now, 14 years and two more kids later, I realize that if I want to have some alone time with my husband, or go to a doctor's appointment, or simply have a moment of peace, I'm going to need to hire some help. Here are some great, common-sense ways to find a qualified babysitter. |  | Amanda Rock About Parenting Editor | |  | | | |