June 10th 2023-since my oldest was a toddler, i’ve saved thousands of dollars in childcare by exchanging babysitting with other parents. this solution won’t work for everyone — it’s easiest when there’s a parent who works part-time, from home, or nontraditional hours.
https://www.insider.com/mom-saved-thousands-dollars-by-swapping-childcare-with-other-parents-2023-6
