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Abbey H.

Infant Care Specialist

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a mother of 3 children myself and a professional postpartum doula and infant care specialist with a degree in psychology and years of experience working in child welfare. I will gladly care for your children like they are my own.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Giovanni and I'm 20 years old. I work part-time at Dillard's as a women's shoes associate. I have a lot of experience working with kids and babies because my family is so big (family of 8). I grew up babysitting baby cousins to middle school aged kids. I was also a camp counselor at Camp Foster YMCA, which was the...
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Babysitter/Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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I am 27 years old and a University of Iowa graduate. My experience with childcare includes: -6 years of volunteering at Church daycare/Sunday school -4 years of leading a vacation bible school group -Babysitting relatives and family friends -Date night sitter -Summer nanny for 6 years -Before/after school nanny -Infant...
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Meghan H.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Meghan! I have 4+ years of experience working in childcare, including working in childcare centers, babysitting, and after school programs. I have been a teacher assistant in various classrooms in childcare centers, as well as being a lead infant teacher. I currently work as a Speech-Language Pathologist...
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Active Sitter And Creative Creator

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently a certified medical assistant In pediatrics and have a background of working at a pediatrics clinic for 4+ years. I would be a great fit with a background of healthcare knowledge, certified in CPR and best knowledge of how to take care of kiddos A little background about me, I grew up with 16 cousins on my...
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Lauren R.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lauren and I graduated with a bachelors degree in kinesiology at Iowa State. I'm looking for an evening job and thought babysitting would be perfect since I'm wanting to work with children in my future. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and young children. I currently work at a therapy center...
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Mama Of Two - Looking To Get A Part-time Job!

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi everyone! My name is Kayt! I am currently looking for a part-time recurring nanny job to earn a little extra cash. I am a single mama to two amazing kiddos, my son is 4 and my daughter is 6. We live in Johnston. I work full-time in HR but have a few days off a week where my kiddos are in school/programs, as well as some...
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Looking For Nanny Position Next Summer:)

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
hey! im addison, a highschool student at dowling in west des moines. I have an experience with kids through nannying after school and full time in the summers, babysitting on weeknights and weekends, and part time work at a daycare center. I have experience with ages newborn-10 years. I have a vehicle and drivers license. also...
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Rielly G.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I've been a nanny for the past 6 years and I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with working in a daycare in the infant room. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the library whenever I can. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Jackie B.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Jackie! I am currently working toward my masters degree in occupational therapy and am hoping to eventually work in pediatrics once graduated! I have been working in childcare for the past 11 years and have gained all kinds of experiences. Working at a daycare for 5 years, I learned how to balance caring for multiple...
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Lindsey T.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Lindsey. I'm from West Des Moines, IA, and grew up in Waukee. I graduated from Waukee High School in 2019 and have lots of experience caring for kids of all ages, from newborns to elementary aged. I started babysitting and nannying in high school and also worked at a daycare through the end of high school and into...

Devin B. says "Lindsey is a natural caregiver and puts the needs of a the children as her top priority. With her bubbly attitude and strong work ethic, any family would...

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Hannah F.'s Photo

Nanny

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
**currently only available for occasional/ date night sitting, as I am full time student/intern** - because of only being available for occasional care I take only cash, check, or Venmo- Hello! I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends for about 10 years. I also have 4 years of experience working with children...
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Madeline H.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Maddie and I'm a soon-to-be new grad Physician Assistant available for babysitting/nannying before I start work late Fall. I am originally from Okoboji/Spencer, IA. Went to Iowa State University for undergrad. I have been babysitting for 10+ years for kids ranging from newborn to 14 years. I have served as...
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Morgan S.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Morgan and I would love the chance to send a message to talk about my new business! I recently have decided to open my home for childcare services in the West Des Moines area! I have worked with children ages newborn-school age for the last decade! I love the imagination, curiosity, and creativity of developing...
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Holly G.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello Everyone! My name is Holly and I am currently employed as a full time teacher with a well known childcare center in Des moines Iowa. I am interested in babysitting weekends and week nights after I get off of work. I am willing to travel on weekends. My rate is $20 per hour and includes activities planned and prepped by...

Jessica N. says "Holly is by far the sweetest person I've ever met. She did so great with our boys(3 & 8), they were talking about her the next morning. Holly played with...

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Alexis L.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Alexis! I am 24 years old, I was born and raised in West Des Moines. I have always loved kids, always babysitting neighbors and cousins. I started working daycares at 16 years old and have done it ever since! I am looking to transition to being a nanny. I have experience with kids age 0-12 and have my own...
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Aspen T.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about caring for children, as I believe they're our future. I've been babysitting for over two years now and have learned so much about nurturing young minds. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I communicate well with parents about their children's days. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and have...
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Madilyn T.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Maddie I have 7+ years of experience working with kiddos of ALL ages. I just moved to West Des Moines at the beginning of May I have found a full time family, and I am looking for more here and there nanny/sitter opportunities. I love to get out with the kiddos that I am watching and do lots of fun activities...
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Promise D.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Promise. I am 29 years old and I have about 10 years of experience working with young children infants to age 6. I enjoy exploring different activities with children to help with their development. I enjoy teaching through play and ensuring children have creative ways of self expression. I am bilingual. English being...
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Addison S.'s Photo

Fun And Energetic Nanny/sitter

West Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! How are you? My name is Addison, and I have approximately 8 years of experience in childcare. I've grown up around children between the ages of infancy to 10 years old, while providing care to children up 13 years old. I am extremely reliable, patient, and creative so I'm good at keeping everyone entertained for both short...
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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in West Des Moines, IA

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Iowa, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in West Des Moines have rates starting at $17.50.

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There are 42 infant babysitters near you in West Des Moines, IA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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