Episode Details

S3, E11 

Spring is here, and with it comes busy family schedules, travel plans, and the need for a little extra help. On this episode of The SHORE Line, we’re joined by Katie Van Nort, Director of Babysitting Connection Northern Ohio, to talk about a service that’s making childcare easier for both local and visiting families across the Shores & Islands Ohio region. Katie shares how Babysitting Connection connects families with trusted, fully vetted sitters—eliminating the stress of searching for reliable care. Whether it’s helping local parents juggle schedules or giving vacationing families the chance to enjoy a kid-free evening while visiting Lake Erie or Cedar Point, this service fills an important gap in a family-focused destination. We also dive into how the platform creates flexible job opportunities for teens, college students, and caregivers, and why now is the perfect time to get signed up ahead of the busy spring and summer seasons. If you’re planning a visit—or just need an extra hand at home—this episode highlights a simple, safe, and stress-free solution for modern family life. Get involved at BabysittingConnection.com. March episodes of the SHORE Line are brought to you by Spring Break in Shores & Islands Ohio – SHORESandISLANDS.com/spring-splash.