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Ester A.

Newborn Care Specialist

Belmont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Ester, I'm 25 years old and I've been taking care of kids since 2015. I have experience with all ages. But most of them are with infants. I have CPR and first Aid training. I am a Newborn Care Specialist and currently I am taking the Advanced Newborn Care Training. Additionally, I am: - Experienced in managing routines...

Care Member says "My review of care. I'm have several replies to my posting I just don't see how to send a message back to the applicants."

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Nadia N.

Available Child Caregiver

Redwood City, CA

4.9(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
My name is Nadia and I'm 36 years old. I'm a mother of two wonderful boys who are 7 and 2 years old. Before being a mom I was a nanny for 10 years where I took care of infants, toddlers, nanny shares etc.. I went to school where I graduated as a preschool teacher back in 2011 and durning pandemic I certified myself as a newborn...

Care Member says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nadia as our night nanny during the early months with our newborn daughter. Her reliability and commitment were...

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Eleanor V.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello! I have 13 years of professional nanny experience. I possess a teaching background with 4 years of teaching experience. I've cared for newborns, infants, toddlers, school age, pre-teen, and teenage children. I have experience with twins. I have prior knowledge as an overnight and travel nanny. I enjoy the outdoors hiking,...

Care Member says "Absolutely amazing! I desperately needed a short term nanny for my 1 year old, and after carefully researching through care.com I found Eleanor. She was...

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Veronica N.

Belmont, CA

4.7(1)
from
$35/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello. I am Veronica and I am looking for a full-time nanny position on the Peninsula. I have over 10 years of experience working as a nanny for infants, toddlers, and older children. I also have 3 grown children of my own. I absolutely love working with kids and helping them grow and learn. During regular times, I like to...

Julia A. says "We've had the pleasure of working with Veronica from Fall 2021 - Summer 2023, during which time she cared for our son (now 3.5 years) and our daughter (now...

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Marie C.

Energetic & Dependable Sunshine Maker For Your Family

Redwood City, CA

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been a caregiver for about 22 years, and a nanny for about 9 of those year. I began my career as a certified home health aid and expanded that role to children when I relocated to the Peninsula to be closer to my family. I have taken care of infants to 9yo. I've handled things like playdates, bathing, kid laundry,...
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Gisela G.

Pacifica, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there, I'm Gisela and I'm 30. I am currently a full time childcare provider. I have been nanny for 6 years. I am a person who absolutely love children, I love dedicating my time to them, growing up with them and teaching them. Also, I am a native Spanish speaker. I can teach Spanish if you want. I consider myself fulfilled,...

Brian M. says "Gisela is our go-to babysitter. She is always responsive and punctual. Most importantly, you can tell she truly loves kids and she does a fabulous job with...

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Andrea F.

Professional Nanny, Companion, Family/ Personal Assistant And Household Manager And Pet Care

Half Moon Bay, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
My professional career is working in private services as a nanny, personal assistant and household manager with 30+ years of experience working in both casual and formal households. I have been in service to high profile families in music, TV/Entertainment, and high tech business and sign NDA'S. I have experience working with...

Carmen A. says "Andrea was absolutely amazing with our two special needs kids! We were coming from out of town and this was our first experience using care.com. She...

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Raianne T.

South San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has a lot of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer and multitask. With all my skills and experience, I'm...

Jesse C. says "She's an excellent nanny! She was really good with my kids. Very reliable, punctual, and responsible, she also engaged with them all the time. I really...

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Desireh J.

San Bruno, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there I am Desireh! A little about myself , Ive been a nanny for about three years! Throughout my early youth years Ive learned so much about childcare. Ive helped out out & gained so many skills by helping out my parents taking care of my siblings at a young age and also volunteering at a Spanish Immersion School for...

Rocio J. says "I would hire her once more. She not only cares so much about her clients but she's also cares about the families."

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Alma D.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Alma and I am looking to be a full time nanny. I love children and have up to 10+ years experience caring for them. I've cared for infants as young as two months. I'm confident in my ability to care for children and I hope I'm the right person to help you care for yours.

Sarita J. says "Alma took care of my younger daughter for 2.5 years started when my daughter was 6 month. Alma also took care of my older one when Alma was working in...

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Emily G.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Emily I am 22 years old and have been working with children since I was 14. The last 3 years I have had the opportunity to work with 2 different family's. The first family I nannied full time with them for just about a year, they had 3 kids a 2, 3 and 5-year-old. The second family I worked for I was with them for 2...
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Xing Z.

San Bruno, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a positive, reliable, and caring early childhood educator with over seven years of experience working in preschools, including two years in an infant room setting. I am deeply passionate about working with children-engaging with them through play, teaching, and nurturing their development in a safe and supportive...

Care Member says "Xing (Hannah) was everything we could hope for in a caretaker for our kids. She is extremely kind and my kids really enjoyed their time with her. They...

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Marina R.

Nanny Looking For A Job

South San Francisco, CA

from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hey! My name is Marina and I've been a Nanny/Babysitter for the past 5 years. I have experience with infants, toddlers and older kids, including daycare experience. CPR Certification. Fluent English Speaker. Great references to give. Looking forward to talk!
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Jennifer G.

Pacifica, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Dear future nanny family, My love for kids has always been a part of who I am. Care has given me the chance to connect with many amazing families. I've had the opportunity to work with kiddo's whose ages range from infants to teenagers. I find joy in helping families and becoming an all around home aid. I prioritize the little...
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Alana K.

Fun, Creative And Caring Nanny.

Pacifica, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Alana. I am a fun and creative nanny who loves to engage with children and have fun. With 6 years of nanny experience, I am knowledgeable in infant, toddler, preschool, and young teen care. As my part-time job, I work with children on the spectrum as a Registered Behavioral Technician with 1+ years of...
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Riley C.

Hello! Here's A Little Bit About Me :)

Belmont, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Riley, I'm a 24-year-old graduate with a degree in medical massage therapy as well as a license in pediatric touch therapy (massage for little ones) I love being a nanny for so many reasons. It is one of the best feelings creating a special connection with these children, having them trust and look up to you is a...
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Lindsay M.

Professional Nanny 10 Years + Experience

San Carlos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've enjoyed being a nanny for years now I specialize in infants but I love all children. I feel comfortable with overnights, pets, and extended hours. I also do well with larger groups of children and multiples.
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Taina O.

Nanny

Redwood City, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Experienced nanny with over 8 years of childcare expertise, specializing in caring for infants, toddlers, and children aged 5 years and above. Dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive in. Skilled in implementing age-appropriate activities, fostering development, and maintaining...
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Sheila J.

Loving & Reliable Nanny -

Redwood City, CA

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$40/hr
12 years experience
Travel
Professional nanny with 12 years of childcare experience, including owning and running a daycare. Experienced in caring for infants, toddlers, providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Skilled in planning age-appropriate activities, supervising routines, and fostering child development. Niñera profesional con 12...
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Ana Beatriz S.

25 Years Old From Brazil

Belmont, CA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Experienced, Caring, and Trustworthy Nanny Available! With over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I offer reliable, warm, and professional childcare. I also have a college degree and previous au pair experience, having spent 2 years with the same family, building a strong bond of trust and lasting...
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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.41/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 4.4

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in San Mateo, CA

Infant Nannies in San Mateo, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Ester A.

My review of care. I'm have several replies to my posting I just don't see how to send a message back to the applicants.

- Care member

Nadia N.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nadia as our night nanny during the early months with our newborn daughter. Her reliability and...

- Care member

Eleanor V.

Absolutely amazing! I desperately needed a short term nanny for my 1 year old, and after carefully researching through care.com I found...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in San Mateo, CA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in San Mateo, CA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $29.41. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in San Mateo, CA, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 27 infant nanny profiles near you in San Mateo, CA that you can check out. You can also read 44 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in San Mateo, CA, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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