Anaika D.

About Anaika

Hello, my name is Anaika. I am a reliable and attentive babysitter dedicated to providing a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for children. I take pride in being patient, organized, and responsive to each child’s needs, while maintaining open communication with parents to ensure the best care possible. I enjoy babysitting because I genuinely care about children and love providing a safe and loving space where they can feel comfortable, understood, and valued. From a parent, I expect clear communication about their child’s routine, needs, and expectations. This includes important details such as schedules, house rules, emergency contacts, allergies, and any specific instructions. I also appreciate mutual respect, trust, and open communication so I can provide the best care possible and ensure the child’s safety and comfort. I’ve babysat since I was 16 in 2019, I have a cpr and first aide certification as well. Toddlers (1–3 years) • Reading board books with voices • Singing songs (ABCs, Wheels on the Bus) • Simple puzzles and stacking toys • Bubble play (inside or outside) • Color sorting or shape matching • Supervised sensory play (playdough, water cups) Preschoolers (3–5 years) • Coloring, stickers, and simple crafts • Pretend play (kitchen, doctor, teacher) • Storytime with questions about the story • Dance party or freeze dance • Building with blocks or LEGO • Easy scavenger hunts (colors or shapes) School-Age Kids (6–10 years) • Board games or card games • Arts & crafts (bracelets, painting, slime) • Homework help or reading time • Outdoor games (tag, sidewalk chalk, ball games) • Baking or simple cooking (with permission) • STEM activities (simple experiments, LEGO builds) Preteens (10–12 years) • Journaling or creative writing • DIY crafts or art challenges • Cooking or baking together • Movie night with discussion • Puzzle challenges or escape-room style games • Learning a new skill (origami, drawing, photography) Quiet / Wind-Down Activities • Reading or audiobooks • Coloring or drawing • Calm music + puzzles • Yoga or stretching for kids • Guided breathing before bedtime