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Meara A.

Santa Barbara, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I started out as a mother's helper at the age of 11 and I have been working as a nanny professionally over the last 15+ years. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns to 12 years old. I have provided every aspect of care including, but not limited to, cooking, feeding, bathing, dressing, laundry, nap time, bed time,...
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Jade F.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
I have experience caring for young children (ages 0-3) and elderly folks. I'm passionate about holistic wellness, healthy cooking, and animal welfare. In my free time, I enjoy yoga & meditation, teaching my dog new tricks, and spending time outdoors. I also volunteer at my hometown stables, where I care for horses and guide...
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Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, compassionate, driven I like working with kids because they bring so much curiosity, joy, and creativity into every day. I love being part of their growth, encouraging their interests, and creating a safe, fun environment where they can learn and feel supported. I started working...
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  • 3 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.50/hr as of November 2025

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 2 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 Santa Barbara, 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 $27.50.

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