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"Leah has been brilliant. So friendly, professional, does a great job. "
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"I was very happy with Ruby’s work. She was lovely."
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"Frankie was absolutely brilliant, my son was all smiles, definitely recommend her!"
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"Punctual, however lacking attention to detail in some areas. Okay job. 👍🏼 thanks tariro "
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"Fast and efficient, got the job done shortly after the job was accepted! Would highly Recommend Kathryn!!!"
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Recent Babysitters reviews in Melbourne
Hannah was so lovely. She was great with communication, flexible and put us at ease while she looked after our little one. Highly recommend.
Babysitting 18mnths
$60
Ruby is communicative, clear and diligent with her approach. Ruby had to manage an unsettled baby when we left and used her skills and attentiveness to get baby to sleep. Ruby kept us up to date during the evening, paying special attention to how baby was doing during the night. Thank you Ruby. Highly recommended.
Babysitting our 11 mth old baby
$20
Diligent carer. Felt very confidendent leaving my 19th month old in her care. Has a very fun disposition and i would be confident she would be great with kids of all ages. Thanks Ruby
Babysitter needed Sunday night in CBD for 19mnth o
$85
Reliable, professional and caring
Babysitting
$100
Highly recommended. Friendly, caring and professional
Babysitting (2 hours in Carlton)
$60
Anna was a good help and kind enough to spend time with my 6 years old son. She has good problem solving skills and very tentative with her care. Thanks Anna
Babysitting
$70
What's the average cost of a babysitter in Melbourne
$56 - $158
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$56
median
$111
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$158
Average reviews for Babysitters Services in Melbourne
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4.98
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What do babysitting services include?
Babysitting services include several tasks such as changing the diaper, preparing the baby’s meals and feeding them, ensuring they take their afternoon nap. If specified, and other services like administering any medication as necessary, bathing them and putting a new change of clothes on them as needed.
Diaper Changing
The babysitter disposes soiled diapers and changes them with new ones. Any cleaning and disinfecting of the baby will be done as well before fitting a fresh diaper. Babysitters will also perform any clean up as necessary if the baby left any messes. Be sure to provide the needed cleaning equipment as well as disinfectant, baby soap and detergent.
Preparing and Feeding Meals
Should the babysitter’s hours reach any feeding times, babysitters will prepare meals and patiently feed your babies. Be sure to have the appropriate food ready for them to prepare and feed to your babies. Babysitters will disinfect baby bottles and prepare formula and prepare the cutlery and flatware before proceeding to feed your bundles of joy. Cleanup after feeding is also part of the service, and the utensils, flatware and bottles will be put away.
Playtime with your Babies
Before taking your babies to their cribs or beds for naptime, some babysitters may engage your babies in a short play session. Babysitters can place them in their play crib and play with them using their favourite toys. If your children are toddlers, the babysitter can engage them in simple games using their toys and even read them a story to prepare them for naptime.
Preparing for Naptime
Babysitters will take your baby to their cribs or beds for naptime at the time you specify. They will patiently rock or lull them to sleep and ensure they are safely tucked in. You can provide some items to help your babies sleep, like a music box or mobile that plays a soft lullaby. Babysitters will remain with your baby as they nap and periodically check on them. Should they rouse from the nap due to a wet diaper, the babysitter will change their diapers straight away.
Other Services
Other babysitting services can include bathing and changing the clothes of your babies as necessary. If they have any medications, the babysitter can administer these to them. Be sure to advise them of the dosage and have their medications ready. Some babysitters may offer to buy the baby food or formula for their meal times during the day if you’ve run out of these items.
Recent Babysitters tasks in Melbourne
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$100
South Yarra, Victoria
26th Oct 2024
Need a babysitter for an 8 month old baby girl for 3 hours for one evening
Day and night time casual babysitting
$25
Clifton Hill VIC, Australia
25th Oct 2024
Casual, ongoing babysitting for a seven month old. We are looking for one or two regular babysitters that can mind our baby for evenings and also day times when we may need to work-from-home. Ideally looking to build ongoing relationships, like casual nannying. $25 per hour
Babysitting An 19 Month Old for 3 Days
$5
Toorak VIC 3142, Australia
21st Oct 2024
I’m going away for a week and is needing someone to sub in for my babysitting shifts: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (28,29, 21 October) from 8AM - 4PM Females only preferrably from 21-30 years old Job is looking after a 19 month old boy - Harry who’s very active, energetic and easy to take care of! loves dinosaurs, birds, take around a 2hr nap per day, and feed him lunch (premade by his mum) 👍
Babysitter for School Drop-off
$75
Southbank VIC, Australia
15th Oct 2024
Looking for babysitter for Thursday 17 October from 6:30am-9am Tasks: morning routine, light housework and school drop off. Rate: $30/hr + transpo Location: Southbank Casual or regular work Qualifications: Must have Working With Children Check (WWCC), Police Check, References and Babysitting experience
Babysitting
$25
St Kilda, Victoria
6th Oct 2024
Spending time with my daughter for 3.5 years. Read, play, entertain. We are looking for a positive, active babysitter. Who loves children and is able to negotiate if the child is naughty. I need help 2-3 hours 2-3 times/week.
Babysit as discussed prior
$10
Albert Park VIC, Australia
2nd Oct 2024
Wife needs help babysitting
Babysitting
$150
Thornbury VIC, Australia
19th Sep 2024
Need a baby sitter in thornbury asap till 3 am, already asleep
Babysitter 1 year old South Yarra
$20
South Yarra VIC, Australia
15th Sep 2024
We're looking for an experienced baby sitter for the following date, but hope through this session we can establish a relationship with someone lovely and keep in touch for regular work :) > Saturday 21st September (next week) from around 5.00pm to around 11pm We will be at a wedding close by. Our son will need to be fed dinner , bathed and then bedtime routine before going to sleep between 7-7.30. Must have experience babysitting infants (and/or have had children of your own). Must have WWCC. Any other childcare qualifications/ experience would be an added bonus! Would love if you're happy to do a couple of light tasks around the house once baby is asleep like folding laundry or dishes, tidying up toys etc. :) Must be comfortable in our home. If we all feel happy/comfortable, we'd love to see if we can stay in touch for future baby sitting down the track! We are happy to pay $20/hour and we have only put 1 hour on the airtasker advertisement so you don't have to pay high fees. The remainder will be paid in person in cash for each session. Hope to meet someone lovely and look forward to hearing from you.
Babysitting wanted
$20
Ascot Vale VIC, Australia
12th Sep 2024
Need a causally but very flexible babysitter that has a reliable car as I might get you to pick up or drop off my 2 year old son!
Need a babysitter Fri 13th 8-11 Crown Metropol Melbourne
$80
Southbank VIC, Australia
11th Sep 2024
Hi, Looking for a baby sitter for my 7, 9, 11 year old girls from 8-11pm in the Crown Metropol Hotel in Southbank, Friday the 13th of September (This Friday). Kids will be mostly asleep and they are easy. Easy money for you. - Thanks, Daniel
Prijma was so wonderful with my three children. She played games with them, did a magic trick, helped them clean their teeth and get to bed on time. The kids loved her and we will definitely use her again if we are in Melbourne again.
Casual babysitter
$400
Elwood VIC, Australia
27th Aug 2024
Casual sitter (female only) My name is Laoise, we live in Elwood. My husband is away for four nights next week and I was hoping to find someone to help out with twins, feeding etc, even relieving me for a couple of hours to sleep, with possibility of more work in the future. Dates are from the 1st of September to the 5th. Let me know if you’re interested. Kind regards, Laoise
Babysitter
$30
Southbank VIC, Australia
26th Aug 2024
I am looking for a babysitter for my 21 month old boy. We live in southbank and I need someone once every forthnight (preferably Friday) from 9-4pm. Looking to pay $30/h.
She was amazing with my son and played very well with him.
Babysitter
$20
Parkville VIC, Australia
15th Aug 2024
I need a babysitter in Melbourne at the written suburb on mentioned date. Should have Police check , ID and children check Kids are of 6 yrs and 4 yrs . Kids are loving and well behaved
Afternoon evening babysitting/Light housekeeping
$150
Brunswick VIC, Australia
6th Aug 2024
Babysit 15 month old baby boy while I perform gardening/house chores/cook dinner. Watch baby over our dinner while you eat with us. Clean up after dinner, +/- other light chores like folding laundry. Come from 5-9
Pleasant and kind nanny gentle with my son
Looking for a baby sitter to babysit my 6 month old
$30
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
29th Jul 2024
Required for Tuesdays & Thursdays for 4 hours in South Melbourne If you have experience with infants, please make an offer I am offering $30/hour
Babysitting
$30
Hampton VIC, Australia
20th Jul 2024
We have 2 daughters, Lily 3 and Bella 1. Looking for a flexible, trusted babysitter for a few regular week day hours and maybe some weekend hours too. Ideally have lots of experience with babies!
Babysit 8 and 5 year olds (6.30-10.30pm) tomorrow / Thurs night.
$100
Richmond VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2024
Hi, I need someone to babysit two well-mannered and kind children - 8 year old girl and 5 year old boy. Dinner and some light activities.
Recommended, was punctual and decent effort.
Housekeeping/babysitting - tomorrow and Sunday evening 5-8
$220
Brunswick VIC, Australia
5th Jul 2024
Babysit 14 month old baby boy while I cook/do gardening, then help feed him and shower him and then clean up after dinner. Does not involve putting him to bed. Hours are 5-8 on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July
Amazing help, a delight to deal with, so effective around my baby who enjoyed playing with her a lot, and quick and efficient with the housekeeping tasks. Would love to work with again
Babysitting
$110
Brunswick VIC, Australia
30th Jun 2024
Babysitting 14 month old
Babysitter , help with newborn 4 month old baby girl 2-3 hours a day
$55
Lake Ward VIC, Australia
27th May 2024
Need a female babysitter who can help assist with a 4 month old baby girl 2-3 hours a day while mom is working from home on her laptop