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Andrea C. says "Dawn started watching my daughter when she was about 7 weeks old. As a first time mom, I was very nervous about leaving my daughter to return back to...
Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "
Care Member says "Hired her 5-6 months ago part-time. She loves making healthy meals and is great teaching my child through the Montessori method. I recommend. "
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60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 4.2
Newborn Nannies in Elgin, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies
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So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Elgin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.00 per hour as of January, 2026. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
There are 28 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Elgin, IL on Care.com. You can also read 37 for newborn nannies near you.
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Elgin, IL. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.