Want to take the kids outside during your babysitting service? Only no clue what you actually want to do when there? In this blog, we'll give you some of the best suggestions for both indoor and outdoor activities, so that you can keep both yourself and the kids busy for an afternoon. And believe us: success guaranteed!

Meet babysitter Valérie (17) from Haarlem. Valérie started working for Charly Cares in November 2019 and has recently received her VWO diploma during these turbulent times! Next year, she's planning to take a gap year, before continuing on with her studies. Want to know why Valérie is so enthusiastic about babysitting? Then read on!

Have you met Babysitting Angel Sanne yet? Sanne is 23 years old, lives in Utrecht, and has just finished her bachelors in Psychology. About 10 years ago, Sanne started babysitting. Now that she has some more free time due to the COVID-19 crisis, Charly Cares has been a real lifesaver. Because.... Sanne loves babysitting!

School's out for summer! What are your family plans? The RIVM and GGD guidelines have become more flexible, but it remains important to keep your families well being in mind. That might mean staying close to home this summer. Luckily there are loads of fun options just around the corner. We’ve put together a list with some ideas. Be inspired!

Yes, you have been booked by a family to babysit! What are the things you really shouldn't forget about? In this blog, you can read all the tips and tricks for a successful babysitting service, so that you can go to the family well-prepared!

Angel Sabine babysits regularly for a family, where she often cooks a healthy meal from Hellofresh. Excellent, the parents said: “When we get home, we’re happy hearing the kids have had a great day and on top of that our babysitter cooked us a healthy meal. This saves us plenty of valuable time.” Read more… Sabine tells you all about cooking for the whole family.

Time for yourself is so important, but how do you plan for it? And more importantly, how do you keep it up? Even in these times, time for yourself is often neglected. Sound familiar? Still, me-time is important. It makes you happier, reduces stress, and gives energy. So give yourself a break! And with our tips, it will be even easier to keep this up, so read on!

Erika (25) played professional tennis until a year and a half ago, trained every day, and travelled all over the world. After she stopped playing tennis, she became a babysitter for Charly Cares, alongside her Nutrition and Dietetics studies. Due to the corona crisis, she has some extra time, because her other job is in the hospitality industry. Erika was a fixed babysitter for a family before the crisis and is now helping this family even more often!

Babysitting Angel Kimberley is 18 years old and lives in Rotterdam. In her daily life, she is often busy with school and sports. She studies at the Albeda Topsportcentrum and loves sports, especially hockey; she's been playing with pleasure for 14 years now. In addition to her studies and hockey, Kimberley loves children and has always wanted to work with them. Before she became a Babysitting Angel, she had already been babysitting a 7-year-old boy for a year. Next to babysitting, she also loves to have fun with her nephews. She basically always has children around her.

The May holiday is quite a bit different this year from other years; a vacation abroad or day at the beach is unfortunately not in the cards. But there are still plenty of other fun activities you can do with the kids. We've listed our favourite things to do during the holiday for you.

During the coronacrisus, we keep our babysitting service available to parents who really need it, for example parents in a crucial profession, self-employed parents, or single parents. Founder Charly van der Straten: "Over the last month, I've spoken to parents, managers, doctors, and CEOs daily about topics such as working from home, childcare, and (online) homeschooling. Everyone is extra careful, and rightly so, but some need help in this area. That's why we are expanding our service for organisations, using careful measures and guidelines."

Easter this year is quite a bit different from what anyone might have imagined. No extensive family brunch or visiting an Easter market this year. But... Easter should still be celebrated! Here, we'll give you some great tips.

Babysitting Angel Marijne studies at the Pabo in Utrecht. Normally, she has an internship at a primary school during the week, and she is also a Babysitting Angel for Charly Cares. Because both of these are kind of difficult at the moment, Marijne gives online homeschooling to kids. In her vlog, she brings us along for a day! Check it out!