But if you want a sitter to return time and time again, it’s best to ensure that both you and your child treat them kindly. One teen recentlyreached outto Reddit for advice after finally putting their foot down and refusing to watch their rowdy cousin anymore. Below, you’ll find the full story that she shared, as well as some of the replies readers left her.

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But being expected to watch their unruly cousin has pushed this teen to their breaking point

Text screenshot about a teen refusing to babysit a difficult cousin.

Text recounting a babysitting incident with a difficult cousin who threw a tantrum over a withheld phone.

Text exchange discussing babysitting frustrations with a lying cousin.

Teen looking frustrated while sitting on the bedroom floor, refusing to babysit their cousin.

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Text discussing family and babysitting challenges, mentioning a need for a dependable babysitter.

Text excerpt expressing frustration about refusing to babysit a difficult cousin.

Text describing a teen’s frustration over babysitting a troublesome cousin.

When it comes to what to look for in a great sitter,The Bumpsuggests finding someone who has great references. Ideally, your sitter will have plenty of experience and glowingreviews. It’s also wise to make sure they’ve been properly trained and know CPR and/or first aid. Then, of course, you want to ensure that your child enjoys being around them.

It’s important for parents to ensure that their children don’t drive their sitters away

“Lying Little Brat”: Teen Refuses To Keep Babysitting Their Nightmare Of A Cousin

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First, they recommend being up front with any new sitter about the challenges they’ll face with your child, so they know what they’re getting themselves into. You don’t have to scare them off, but allow them to be prepared for what’s to come.

Don’t rush out the door, and if you can, be willing to take phone calls and answer texts when you’re out. This should help the sitter feel more comfortable and open to watching your child again in the future. Plus, if something goes terribly wrong, you don’t want to be in a situation where you can’t get home quickly.

It can be daunting stepping into a home where the child is known for throwing tsunami-sized tantrums or monumental meltdowns. But if the sitter actually gets assistance and support from the child’s parents, it might be manageable.

Readers were very supportive of the teen, and they joined in on the conversation to share more details

Reddit comment discussing a teen refusing to babysit their difficult cousin.

Reddit comments discussing a teen refusing to babysit a difficult cousin.

Reddit discussion about a teen’s refusal to babysit a difficult cousin.

Reddit discussion about a teen refusing to babysit a difficult cousin.

Many readers agreed that the real problem here is how the aunt and mother acted, not how the author responded

Comment discussing refusal to babysit a difficult cousin, labeled a “lying little brat.

Reddit comment responding to a teen refusing to babysit a difficult cousin, calling the cousin a lying brat.

User discusses refusal to babysit a difficult cousin, calling out family dynamics.

Reddit comment discussing parenting challenges with a misbehaved child.

Reddit comment critiquing a parent for relying on a teen to babysit a difficult cousin.

Reddit comment supporting a teen refusing babysitting responsibilities for a difficult cousin.

Reddit comment on teen refusing to babysit a difficult cousin.

Comment on Reddit supporting teen’s decision to stop babysitting a difficult cousin.

Reddit comment defending teen refusing to babysit difficult cousin.

Reddit comment criticizing a 12-year-old’s inability to be self-sufficient, mentioning babysitting and lawn mowing.

Text response expressing frustration about babysitting a difficult cousin.

Reddit comment discussing teen’s decision to stop babysitting their cousin.

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