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Babysitting in the '90s vs. Today

6 Differences Between Babysitting in the '90s and Today That'll Make You Say, "I Remember That!"

Whether you were recently blessed with your first bundle of joy six months ago or you're already a mama to six kiddos, there is seriously nothing better than dressing up and hitting the town with your partner for date night. And while technology has certainly made the process of finding the perfect sitter a thousand times easier, there's no denying that a lot has changed since you starting babysitting back in the '90s. Don't believe us? Scroll though to get a glimpse of exactly what's changed since phones had cords.

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The '90s: Paying With a Check

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Today: Paying With Venmo

Sure, parents can still write their babysitters a check, but what's the point of killing trees when your bank is practically at your fingertips?

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The '90s: Asking Your Neighbour to Watch Your Kids the Day Of

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Today: Scouring the Internet For the World's Greatest Sitter Weeks in Advance

If they didn't get a masters in early childhood education, it's a no-go.

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Today: Getting a Play-by-Play From Your Sitter Complete With Pictures

It's like you're practically there with them!

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The '90s: Letting Your Sitter Order a Pay-Per-View Movie

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