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Nina C.

Laguna Hills, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Nina, and I'm a responsible and caring babysitter with reliable transportation and a strong commitment to punctuality. I am CPR, Lifeguard, and Babysitting certified through the Red Cross, so safety is always my top priority. I am available Monday through Friday as an after-school nanny or mother's helper. I can...
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Super Fun, Great With Lots Of Age Groups!

Dana Point, CA

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$24/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hello parents! My name is Christian I am 23-year-old who absolutely loves kids and I have worked with them as a babysitter, nanny, Sunday school teacher and a Children's Ministry Director/Pastor. Sitter: 8 years of paid experience Nanny: 4 years of experience Children's Director/Pastor: 1. 5 years Children's ministry...
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Part Time Child Care / Nanny / Mom Helper

Brea, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jess! I have 6 years of experience with kids ranging from 10 months to 12 years old, both as a nanny and a teaching assistant. My aim is to provide intuitive, attentive, and supportive care and create a safe space where kids can express themselves. My approach is centered around structure, communication and care...
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kennedy and below are a few things I would love for you to know about me: - Current nursing student starting clinical in the spring; completed a summer internship as a medical assistant at an urgent care clinic - Over 6 years of childcare experience, including: - babysitting since age 16 - nanny for 2 middle...
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Working With Kids Is My Passion! Let Me Babysit Yours :))

Lake Forest, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emma. I'm a freshman in college and I've been a babysitter for 4+ years now, I've always had a passion for working with kids. I've worked in an after-school daycare, had multiple nanny positions, and babysat extensively! I'm attending college to work towards my Elementary Education degree, with certification in...
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Nanny, Babysitter, Mother's Helper, Pet-sitter

Orange, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a natural caretaker with a passion for working with children. As the oldest in my family, I grew up taking care of my little brother and all my cousins. I started babysitting very young, and at 18 years old, I was a live-in nanny for 3 kids under 5 years of age. My 17+ years of experience and nurturing nature have equipped...
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Nurturing young minds is an interest of mine. My experience as a mother's helper, combined with my involvement in a best buddies club, solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. I have one year of experience caring for children. I am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I am patient and calm. I...
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Anaheim, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am Abla, a nanny and mom helper with over five years of childcare experience. I have worked with children of various ages, from infants to pre-teens, focusing on creating a safe and nurturing environment that fosters growth and learning. I follow parents' guidelines closely and value open communication. I am comfortable with...
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Lake Forest, CA

3.7(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a loving and experienced nanny with over 10 years of professional childcare experience-and I'm also a proud mom to a almost 4 year-old girl and a 4-month-old baby boy. I recently took time off to raise my own children and am now excited to return to supporting other families as a mommy helper. I'm comfortable handling all...

Sarah T. says "We interviewed Abigail to be our full time sitter and she on time, professional, and had a very sweet calm temperament around our newborn. My mom instincts...

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Child Care

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Cynthia G. I am 35 years old and have 15+ years experience working with children. I am also a mom of 2 littles who are in school full time. (6 & 3). I have cared for children of all ages - infants through school age. I have experience as a nanny/mother's helper as well as a teacher's aide in a toddler and...

Erin P. says "Cynthia is an attentive and caring caregiver. She brings a lot of creativity to her role and is committed to the development and safety of all the children...

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Child Care

Anaheim, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Abla, a warm and dependable nanny and mother's helper with over 5 years of experience caring for children from infants to preteens. As a mom myself, I truly understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your child's care. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, have a reliable car, and I'm a non-smoker. I'm...
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Aspiring Occupational Therapist

Long Beach, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience as a nanny, mother's helper, and occasional babysitter, caring for children 6 months and up. I create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment with a focus on developmental play, creativity, and consistency. I've supported families with routines, school drop-offs, homework help, and light meal...
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  • 52 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.75/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 4 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Costa Mesa, CA. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $25.75.

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