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Cheyenne W.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and making a difference in the lives of children. My calm and imaginative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering their creativity and love of learning. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular...
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Fun Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm DeAnn - a nurturing, reliable caregiver with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) background and a proud mom of two (ages 6 and 2). With over 6 years of caregiving experience and real-life mom skills, I understand the importance of patience, structure, and lots of love when it comes to caring for children. I'm...
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Beth and I am looking for a position for the school year. I am the oldest sibling of seven, and have had a lot of practice looking after younger siblings-from infant through school-age, and have experience managing activities across a broad age range. I have babysat children near my university during the school...
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Creator Of Fun Inside And Outside

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Kalie, I am a graduate student from the University of Iowa. I am in the Des Moines area completing my internship in child life at Blank Children's Hospital. I have multiple years of experience caring for kids of all ages and ability levels. I was a nanny through my undergraduate years and had multiple other...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rebeka and I'm a fun, easygoing, and reliable caregiver who truly enjoys working with people of all ages. I have over 9 years of babysitting experience, including caring for infants, toddlers, school-aged kids, and even twins! I also worked at a children's hospital for 3 years, where I developed strong skills in...
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have always had a big family, I have a ton of nieces and nephews and had been babysitting them from age 11! I got my first paid nanny job when I was in highschool working with a family of 5 for about 2. 5 years. The kids were between the ages of 3-11. It was my favorite job! I also have experience working in a daycare &...
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Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been an infant, daycare, preschool teacher and nanny for a combined 12+ years. I have experience with children infant age to about 6 years old mostly, and some latchkey/summer program experience with kids 7 and older as well. I have been both a lead and assistant teacher. I have experience with detailed lesson planning...
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Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I currently work as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am Adult and Child CPR/First Aid trained. I have had a lot of childcare work through church programs, family/friend babysitting, and a couple part time summer nanny jobs. The age I have the most experience in are newborns through to...

chase A. says "Such a kind girl, always on time and the kiddos loved her, they were so sad when summer was over!"

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Looking To Babysit Or Help You And Your Family Out From Time To Time

Altoona, IA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hi my name is Vanesa. I have a range of experience with infants and children of all ages. I am a mother myself to an amazing 9-year-old. I am very detail oriented, clean, responsible and punctual. I am honest, trustworthy, reliable and I hold a very high level of integrity. I love helping people and I love caring for babies and...
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Experienced Nanny For Toddlers/Infants

Ankeny, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm looking to find a part time, very flexible nanny job. I will be starting Dental Hygiene school in August 2024, and need something that is flexible with my class schedule. I've cared for a lot of families from Care. com and would love to add your littles to my circle:)

Kaitlin G. says "Hallie was great with our almost 2 year old!"

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Experienced Childcare Provider | CPR Certified | 8+ Years | Infant Experience

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Carolyne, and I've been caring for kids for 8 years. I'm CPR certified, dependable, and love creating fun, safe environments for children to grow and be themselves. I've babysat newborns through middle school ages kids, and I currently babysit occasionally for a 1-month-old and a 2-year-old I've cared for since birth. I...
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Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow. I've worked with children since I was a child with my mom doing in-home day care and I babysat all through my teenage years. I nannied in-home while going to college, worked with clients who had intellectual disabilities, and then worked several years at a day care...
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Johnston, IA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over 12 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor, combined with my...
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Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
I am an elementary school teacher, looking to keep busy over the summer. I have worked with infant to upper elementary through out the year with childcare jobs, tutoring and teaching.
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Ankeny, IA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I have worked in daycare centers and been a nanny for a family for almost 3 years. I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your little ones. With me, your...
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Kiska D.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I'm a caregiver with five years of experience, and I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I have a natural ability to connect with children, and I'm committed to fostering their growth and development. As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I take pride in providing a nurturing and...
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Grimes, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
For over 10 years, I've enjoyed partnering with families as a dependable childcare provider. My goal is to support you by creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your children. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I prioritize open communication. I provide updates at pickup, and I'm happy to text or call, always...
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Loving And Fun Nanny

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
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Child Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Tina . I am 28 years old and live in Ankeny, Iowa with my husband of almost 8 years. I work during the school year at an 8th and 9th grade middle school as a severe and profound associate. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would love to have come with me to nanny. I do have childcare lined up if you'd prefer...
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Grimes, IA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Alyssa! I have experience with nannying and babysitting for about 6 years now! I've worked for both families and daycares! I was also a teacher at mid Iowa gymnastics. I have experience with ages infant to 12+ as well as multiple kids at once. I am CPR and first aid trained. I do have a reliable car and a clean driving...
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.37/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 4.6

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Des Moines, IA

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Des Moines, IA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Des Moines, IA, is $17.37.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Des Moines, IA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Des Moines, IA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Des Moines, IA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Des Moines, IA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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