--- title: Handling Emergencies | The Village Co. description: What to do if something unexpected occurs while babysitting image: https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/image-png-Dec-02-2025-10-09-07-7896-PM.png --- [Skip to main content](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/p/keepcalmandbabysiton#main) [![Logo - The Village Co.](https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/LogoHorizontal_canva%20(1).svg) ![The Village Co Logo ](https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/LogoHorizontal_canva%20(1).svg) ![The Village Co Logo](https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/LogoHorizontal_canva-1.svg) ![The Village Co Logo](https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/LogoHorizontal_canva-1.svg)](https://thevillageco.nz) - [Parents](https://thevillageco.nz/parents) - [Sitters](https://thevillageco.nz/sitters) - [Nanny](https://thevillageco.nz/nanny) - [Employers](https://thevillageco.nz/employers) - [Hotels](https://thevillageco.nz/hotels) - [Village Events](https://thevillageco.nz/village-events) - [Podcast](https://thevillageco.nz/hot-messes-big-visions-podcast) - [Our Impact](https://thevillageco.nz/our-impact) - [Contact Us](https://thevillageco.nz/contact-us) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Parents](https://thevillageco.nz/parents) - [Sitters](https://thevillageco.nz/sitters) - [Nanny](https://thevillageco.nz/nanny) - [Employers](https://thevillageco.nz/employers) - [Hotels](https://thevillageco.nz/hotels) - [Village Events](https://thevillageco.nz/village-events) - [Podcast](https://thevillageco.nz/hot-messes-big-visions-podcast) - [Our Impact](https://thevillageco.nz/our-impact) - [Contact Us](https://thevillageco.nz/contact-us) - [Sign in](https://booking.thevillageco.nz) - - - - [Sign in](https://booking.thevillageco.nz) # Keep Calm and Babysit On: Handling Emergencies by [The Village Co.](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/author/the-village-co-) Dec 3, 2025, 11:09:58 AM While we hope emergencies never happen, it’s important to be prepared. Here’s what to do if something unexpected occurs. ![](https://thevillageco.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Dec-02-2025-10-09-07-7896-PM.png?width=319&height=319&name=image-png-Dec-02-2025-10-09-07-7896-PM.png)     *Step-by-step guide:* *Handling Medical Emergencies:* - If a child is seriously hurt or you face a medical emergency, call 111 immediately. - Make sure you’ve asked where first aid supplies are located when you arrive at the family’s home. - Inform the parents of any incidents right away, no matter how minor. *Staying Safe:* - Trust your instincts. If something feels off about a booking location or situation, contact The Village Co. support immediately on 07 807 9114 (diverts to mobile out of hours). - Never attempt medical procedures you aren’t trained to do (like CPR) unless certified. *Being Prepared:* - Always have your phone fully charged in case you need to make emergency calls. - Double-check the children’s medical information (like allergies) before starting the booking. **Tags:** [Sitters](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/tag/sitters) Post by [The Village Co.](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/author/the-village-co-) Dec 3, 2025, 11:09:58 AM ### Related Articles ##### [![Bookings, Communication and Payment Tips](https://thevillageco.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(11).png?width=520&height=294&name=Untitled%20design%20(11).png) Sitters • Dec 8, 2025, 12:34:38 PM Bookings, Communication and Payment Tips 0 min read](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/bookings-communication-and-payment-tips) ##### [![How to Optimise Your Profile & Get More Jobs](https://thevillageco.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/babysitter-1.png?width=520&height=294&name=babysitter-1.png) Sitters • Dec 8, 2025, 12:30:14 PM How to Optimise Your Profile & Get More Jobs 0 min read](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/how-to-optimise-your-profile-get-more-jobs) ##### [![Plunket Learning Hub](https://thevillageco.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-03-05%20151926.png?width=520&height=294&name=Screenshot%202025-03-05%20151926.png) Sitters • Dec 8, 2025, 12:25:52 PM Plunket Learning Hub 0 min read](https://thevillageco.nz/the-village-co.-blog/plunket-learning-hub) ## Comments [![LogoVertical\_canva-1](https://thevillageco.nz/hubfs/LogoVertical_canva-1.svg)](https://thevillageco.nz) Find your Village - - - - - FAMILIES - [Find a sitter](https://thevillageco.nz/parents) - [Pricing](https://thevillageco.nz/pricing) - [Parent Portal](https://thevillageco.nz/parent-portal) - SITTERS - [Join as a Sitter](https://thevillageco.nz/sitters) - [Sitter Hub](https://thevillageco.nz/sitter-hub) - COMPANY - [About](https://thevillageco.nz/about-us) - [Podcast](https://thevillageco.nz/hot-messes-big-visions-podcast) - [Village Events](https://thevillageco.nz/village-events) - [Contact Us](https://thevillageco.nz/contact-us) - [Help Centre](https://thevillageco.nz/en-nz/villagesupport/getting-started) ©2026 The Village Co. 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