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Hello J.
Your question intrigued me very much. I am wondering, and I say this because HER son used to do it, are SURE that maybe the babysitter does not do that herself and maybe the children have been a witness to it? You know how kids are....if you are in the bathroom doing "your bussiness" .... how many times has your child walked in on ya'? Maybe there is a subtle way to ask the babysitter....or maybe ask your child "where did you learn that from", after your child has done that concerning action. Or maybe say (to the child) "Does (insert babysitters name) do that to? BUT ask in a way as to not hurt the chils feelings....don't make it sound like a bad thing (AT FIRST).That is what I would do and see what comes of it. If you do not get anywhere with that, maybe you could ask the babysitter directly. Not to hurt feelings BUT it sounds like a pattern with her... (seeing as her child did it to, she, unfortunately, is the common denominator). Anyway, that is MY suggestion/opinion. It is worth your childs health and you do NOT want YOUR child to continue this .... you might loose a sitter BUT it is a small price to pay for your childs safety and development. Thank you IAND I hope my suggestions help. TAKE CARE..... YOU AND YOUR CHILD : )
S. K.
Seminole, FL