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. [1] And while technology has certainly made the process of finding the perfect sitter [2] a thousand times easier, there's no denying that a lot has changed since you starting babysitting [3] back in the '90s. Don't believe us? Scroll though to get a glimpse of exactly what's changed since phones had cords.
The '90s: Paying With a Check
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?
The '90s: Asking Your Neighbour to Watch Your Kids the Day Of
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.
Today: Getting a Play-by-Play From Your Sitter Complete With Pictures
It's like you're practically there with them!
The '90s: Letting Your Sitter Order a Pay-Per-View Movie
