Becky Kleina

2 children - boys ages 5 and 7 (at start)

These parents love going out on weekly dates. I will usually come watch the kids for the evening while they're out. I will cook dinner, help with homework, tidy up, watch a movie with the kids, and put them to bed. I have done occasional overnights over the weekend as well. This family has two dogs.

Children 6 months, 2, 12, 14 (at start) - All girls

I provided care multiple days a week between 2017-2022. The mom was a nurse and the dad was a cop, so they both were gone 12+ hours a day. Duties included: school/activity pickup/drop-off, house tidying, cooking, homework help, occasional overnights, taking the children to the park, assisting with zoom schooling, engaging playtime, getting the children up in the morning and down for naps/bedtime, and bathing. The second to youngest girl is neurodiverse and had behavioral issues, and the two older girls struggled with mental health. In 2022, the mom got COVID and had since suffered from long COVID. I will still occasionally help out for date nights here and there when the parents go out, as both older girls are in college now. This family has one dog.

2 children - girl: 5, boy: 10 (at start)

This family had a single mom who worked long hours. I would go over after school and watch the kids until she got home. The boy was only a couple years off from me in age, but he was not willing to watch his sister. His sister had many behavioral issues. I would clean the house, cook, and help the girl with homework. I would do overnights frequently on the weekends when the mom had to work overnight.

3 Children - Boys: 5 and 4, Girl: 2

Both parents worked full-time 9-5's. The boys were easy going, loved to do engaging activities such as puzzles and board games. The main focus was on caring for the younger girl. I would also provide snacks and tidy the house.