Babysitting, childminding, daycare, toddler care and nanny services are commonly used synonyms for the term "babyminding". These words refer to the act of supervising and caring for children, typically infants and toddlers, during a parent's absence. Babysitting is the most popular term and is often used interchangeably with childminding and nanny services. Daycare usually refers to a formal setting where parents drop off their children while they are at work. Toddler care is specific to the care of young children aged between 1 and 3 years old. Overall, these synonyms all refer to taking responsibility for children to ensure their safety and wellbeing when their parents are not present.