We are at family of 5. Both parents are business owners with varying schedules. The grandparents come in to visit often, but this is a long day for them to watch the kids.
Feed kids snacks and dinner ( pb&js are fine), clean up dishes and any spills. The 3 year old is potty training and is pretty good. If asked he will say no, so we usually just tell him that it is fine for the potty. We only allow 1-2 hours of tv.but can add on 1 more hour for the sitter. The neighbor's son, Ananaias is welcomed to hang out at our house if he comes by
My mom will relieve the sitter at 8 pm.