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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
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When you book a childcare and safety service through our platform, you get to work with a practitioner who can go to your home and help you look after your baby or child. If you or your partner are about to give birth, you can also find experts to help you get through labour and the first few weeks of life with your newborn.Â
You can find the following types of childcare and safety practitioners on our platform:
Babysitting
A babysitter usually takes care of babies and young children temporarily - for example, an emergency comes up at work, you need to run some errands, or you want a (well-deserved) night out. Babysitters usually do not have any formal qualifications besides registration. Â
They’re in charge of changing nappies, preparing meals, keeping the kids entertained, and supervising them.Â
Childminding
If you’re going to be out regularly (e.g. for your 9-5 job), or if you’re going to be on a business trip for a week and none of your relatives can watch the kids, you’ll need a childminder.Â
Childminders, like babysitters, are required to register with Ofsted. They may also have more credentials than a typical babysitter. These can include a childminding course, pediatric First Aid, and safeguarding training. Childminders typically prepare meals, change diapers, bathe and dress the kids, take them to and from school, and help with their education.Â
Doula services
Doulas are responsible for providing emotional and physical support to the mother. This usually starts months before the birth. During your pregnancy, a doula is expected to educate you about pregnancy and birth, help you create a birth plan, talk to you about life experiences that might affect your birth experience, and help you prepare for your post-birth state.
During labour, they can support you physically by creating your ideal birthing environment. They also suggest positions and breathing exercises. Doulas also serve as your champion when talking to your healthcare providers.Â
After giving birth, you can usually expect a doula to help you bond with your new baby and give you tips for feeding, sleeping, and settling with your newborn. Doulas typically service home births. If you choose to deliver your child in a hospital and don’t have a way to get your doula there fast, you can use Airtasker to find a trusted driver near you.
Maternity nursing
When you book a maternity nurse, expect a support system that’ll help you learn the basics of caring for your new baby. They may show you how to carry, feed, bathe, dress, and comfort your newborn. Maternity nurses may also help by taking care of your baby for hours at a time, allowing you time to rest and recover.
Life with your little one can be challenging! Thankfully, you can easily find people in your community who can help you shop for groceries without leaving your home. You can also find cleaning experts who’ll help you declutter or even clean out your gutters.
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Part time nanny
$30
Elwood VIC, Australia
10th Dec 2024
Hi everyone, I live in Elwood and looking for a nanny for after school 2 days a week (3-5hour per day). I am flexible on the days. Must have own car and driver’s license. Many thanks. Lida
Wanting a nanny to entertain 5 kids from 1-10 while lunching
$200
Melbourne VIC, Australia
29th Nov 2024
I’m the Nan and want to have an adults lunch but need the kids amused
Babysitting in a hotel (once)
$150
Chinatown District VIC 3000, Australia
28th Nov 2024
Hi. We're staying in Melbourne for a couple of days and we need a babysitter while we will be on a corporate event from 6.30pm to 11pm. We can start from 5 pm to get to know kids better before we leave. Location: Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne, 3000. Date & Time: from 5pm to 11pm 29 Nov 2024. Two kids: Aryn (19 month, boy) and Amy (4 y. o, girl).
Babysitting
$50
St Kilda VIC, Australia
28th Nov 2024
Work from home father needs regular care from flexible trustworthy person
Overnight babysitter for 2.5 year old girl
$200
Fitzroy VIC, Australia
20th Nov 2024
Babysit 2.5 year old girl overnight. Times can be flexible but approx 8/9pm-9/10am would be ideal. Change her nappy and put her to bed around 11pm-12am if she has not fallen asleep sooner. She is unlikely to wake before i am back in the morning so you are welcome to just watch tv, use the internet, sleep etc the rest of the night. Would prefer someone who can do this on a regular or weekly basis. We can be fairly flexible and work around your availability.
Anita was so wonderful, babysitting my two year old daughter! She was so friendly that my daughter took her instantly and made leaving her with someone new so stress-free for me. I highly recommend Anita for babysitting services.
Looking for a nanny
$35
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
15th Nov 2024
I'm looking for someone to drop off my 3 year old daughter to child care as I have twins who are 4 months old at home. I would like her to be helped getting dressed and ready clothes and teeth brushed ect then taken to the childcare which is 4 minute drive from my house
Nanny to help look after 10 week old
$100
Brunswick VIC, Australia
7th Nov 2024
I need help looking after a 10 week old at home, with feeding and playtime and helping to sleep
Looking for nanny
$60
Clifton Hill VIC, Australia
5th Nov 2024
Looking for nanny from 12 pm to 6 pm ASAP.
Babysitter
$100
South Yarra, Victoria
26th Oct 2024
Need a babysitter for an 8 month old baby girl for 3 hours for one evening
Nanny Monday-Thursday
$30
Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
25th Oct 2024
Hello, I’m searching for a nanny for my 4-year-old daughter. I am offering $30 per hour for this position, working from Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm. Monday and Tuesday: Docklands Wednesday and Thursday: Fraser Rise Tasks include: • Teach her basic English and Math in the morning • play toys with her • prepare her lunch and feed her • Take her to the play centre or take her to the park if the weather is nice (Uber or Drive) • Art crafts and other activities • clean up the kitchen and living room area • keep her room tidy • get her ready for night routine before finishing the shift Parking available **Please make sure you’re available these hours before you send an offer***
It was lovely meeting Cheryl today, she will be working for me as nanny. She’s very kind and came on time.
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
Nanny for 6 month old, 2 days a week
$32
Alphington VIC, Australia
20th Oct 2024
We are looking for a nurturing and responsible nanny to look after our child. We would like someone with a few years experience, references, and who lives near Alphington. Preferably someone with a nursing or midwife background. 2 days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Please send me a message if you are interested.
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.
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.