Why First Aid Certification Matters for Every Babysitter

It's one of the first questions we get from parents: "are your babysitters first aid trained?" It's a good question — and the honest answer is that it should be the standard everywhere, not a bonus feature.

Small Accidents Happen — Even With the Best Supervision

Bumped heads, small cuts, choking scares and allergic reactions can happen even under close, attentive care. What matters most isn't preventing every possible bump, but how calmly and correctly a caregiver responds in the first few minutes.

What Paediatric First Aid Actually Covers

• Recognising and responding to choking in infants and young children
• Basic wound care and when a bump needs medical attention
• Recognising signs of allergic reactions
• CPR basics adapted for infants and toddlers
• Knowing when — and how — to call for medical help

Why We Make It Non-Negotiable

Every caregiver on our team completes first aid training before their first booking, and we treat it the same way we treat background checks: a baseline requirement, not an optional add-on. It's a small thing that makes a real difference in the rare moments it's actually needed.

What You Can Ask Any Babysitting Service

If you're booking childcare anywhere — in Bali or otherwise — it's completely reasonable to ask directly: "is my caregiver first aid certified, and how recently?" A service that can answer clearly and confidently is one worth trusting.

If you have any questions about our safety standards before booking, our team is always happy to talk you through exactly how we screen and train our caregivers.