Babysitter

Babysitting, Nanny, Childminder

Looking after someone else's children puts you in charge of what isn't yours. A babysitting dream often comes when you've been handed responsibility on someone's behalf: a project you're minding, a family duty or a friend's problem you're helping with. If the kids were easy and happy, you feel capable in that role. Kids running wild on your watch can show you're stretched by a job you didn't fully choose. A babysitter who doesn't show up can leave you torn between your own plans and someone else's needs.

Dream variations

• Babysitting a crying babyYou're trying to soothe a problem that isn't yours to solve. Do what you can, and remember the parents are coming back.
• The parents never come homeYou're holding responsibility that was supposed to be temporary. Find out who takes it back, and when.
• Being a great babysitterYou're good at caring for people without taking over. Others notice it.
• Hiring a babysitterYou're preparing to hand over some care so you can breathe. Choose someone you'd rely on, then step back a little.

Related symbols

Child · Baby · Family · Crib

Dream interpretations are for entertainment.