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Mariah S.

Experienced Part Time/Full Time Nanny Available!

Prospect, CT

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
I started out as a mother's helper and teaching/assisting Sunday school (pre-k-2nd-middle school). My experience has brought me to my most recent job as a nanny and tutor. Having dealt with both severe food allergies, sensory issues and high functioning Asperger's syndrome, I have come to learn that each child has their own way...

Laura D. says "Phenomenal, thoughtful, smart and gracious caregiver. Added so much vibrancy to our lives and truly cared deeply for our kids. Highly recommend Mariah!"

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Alyson D.

Fun And Energetic Nanny

Waterbury, CT

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Alyson. I am 32 years old and am currently in the Nursing program at Gateway Community College. I have over 10 years of experience working for several different families where I provided child care for children aging from newborn through 14 years old. I was also a legal foster parent for my niece for three years,...

Daniel P. says "Look no further everyone! You have found THE babysitter you have been looking for! I was impressed with Alyson when she replied to my emails...

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Jamie B.

Waterbury, CT

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi beautiful families! I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York. I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...

Alexa M. says "Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for...

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Devon S.

Enerjetic And Fun-loving Nanny

Wallingford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For five years I have worked in my church's baby room with newborns to age 5 and freelance nannied. I also previously tutored elementary school science lessons and tought ballet to 4 and 5-year-olds. I love to get my hands dirty and make learning new things fun for the kids I care for, but prioritize individual needs of the...

Emily L. says "Devon was amazing with our infant boy! She responded to our posting right away and got back to us almost immediately whenever we contacted her. She was...

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Ryan T.

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Childcare is my craft. I have experience with infants, toddlers, teens, special needs. I believe in going above and beyond for my families as children are my passion in life. Safety, well being and education are my top priorities for children I work with. Along with lots of fun!

Care Member says "Ryan is a fantastic nanny! She provides all inclusive services for our family - primarily watching our youngest from the time he was 5 months old to...

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Melody L.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Work!

Plantsville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! My name is Melody and I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 13. I'm currently available for some date nights, and starting in July, I'll be free Tuesday's, Wednesday's, and Thursday's. A little about me: I have had many great experiences with babysitting and nannying. I feel that my natural connection with...

Care Member says "We came from out of state for a wedding and Melody was amazing with our two girls. Highly recommend her!"

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Ljiljana K.

Cheshire, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am a young grandmother who has 30+ years of experience taking care of kids from infancy up to teens. I have already raised 3 children of my own (all adults ) and have 3 grand kids that I babysit occasionally. I also have nanny and babysitting experience with referrals. I want to provide a happy childhood and ensure that they...

Olivia S. says "Lilly is a wonderful thoughtful and detail oriented housekeeper and caregiver. Feel lucky to have found her to help our family!"

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Francine S.

Professional Nanny

Naugatuck, CT

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Francine, I am that fun, loving, patient, reliable, well organized and experienced nanny that you are looking for. I love reading, going to the park and library and planning activities that are appropriate for each child's age. Caring for children brings me joy! I have over 10 years experience being a nanny...

Sarah F. says "Francine took exceptional care of our three boys over the last seven years. From birth through grade school she truly did it all and we could not have...

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Giovanna N.

Wallingford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Giovanna and a mother of 3 beautiful babies. I'm currently working in corporate and really looking to come home and be a stay at home mom with my two youngest. We will need some additional income so I'm looking to come back to my roots of childcare. I nannied for 14 years and my maternal instincts were born...

Amanda M. says "Giovanna is great, a lovely person to have in your home and watching your kids. Dependable, friendly, kind, patient and considerate."

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Hallie B.

Experienced, Dependable, Punctual Nanny

Middlebury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 30 years experience in childcare of all ages, concentrating on multiples for the past 8 years. I'm also a medical assistant having worked in both a pediatric and hospital setting. I've been married for 23 years, and my husband is a police officer. I have two children of my own - a girl 33 and a boy 23. I love to hike...

Rachel S. says "Hallie was a wonderful addition to our family! She looked after both of our girls (3 years old and under 1 year old) and helped with school pick up,...

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Ilona H.

Full-Time Nanny With 10 Years Experience Available

Southington, CT

4.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a very energetic, friendly, happy, trustworthy and responsible person. I specialize in cooking and I can assure you that you would enjoy any meal I cook for you or your children. I can run errands while you are at work; drive your kids to and from school/preschool/kindergarten and keep your house organized. I get along with...

Priya R. says "She is courteous and notified us that she has accepted a position."

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Gretchen M.

Experienced, Full-Time CT. Nanny Available

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have worked as a nanny for 20 years. I have had the privilege of getting to know and working with some great families. I thoroughly enjoy playing with, teaching and discovering new things with children. My experience spans from caring for newborn babies right through to teenagers. I was very fortunate in having a wonderful...

Care Member says "We hired Gretchen several times this year. Gretchen is wonderful with our child. She is attentive, calm and playful with our child."

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Shauna S.

Full Time Nanny

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, Thank you for looking into my profile. I have been working with children most of my life. I have experience working as a babysitter, Nanny and as a child care teacher. My experience consists from working in various child care centers to being a full time nanny in several homes (caring for children from birth - school...

W C. says "Shauna comes highly recommended by our family. She was very reliable and trustworthy and began caring for all 3 of our children when they were 3 months, 20...

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Ikami B.

Very Nice And Easy To Work With.

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi parents ! I have 6 years of child care. I am a mother of three, and I like caring for children very much. I am a creative, motivated, caring, flexible, and responsible woman. I am reliable and have many references. I love to have fun with the kiddos. I am very patient and charistatic. I speak french and English. Thanks so...

Scott V. says "Hire her now. Ikami is one of the most wonderful, caring individuals who we've ever had the pleasure of meeting. She took excellent care of my mother...

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Christina B.

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I am 33 and have been working with children since 14, first privately, working for family friends and so on and then on to working in day care setting and becoming a mother myself. I have taken an early childhood development course and was CPR trained at the day care I worked in. I have experience with preemie children, up...

Jeanette N. says "Christina was a great asset to our family. She was warm and engaging with our son. He felt comfortable with her right away. She was very flexible with...

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Lauren K.

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with children ages 2-15 and 6 years of experience working with adolescents with special needs. Passion for music and reading. CPR/AED and first aid certified. Please feel free to message me.

Christen A. says "Lauren is amazing!!! My kids love her so much and she is the best at what she does. I'm so glad we found her. "

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Claudine S.

Southington, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi, I live in Southington and have a master degree in marriage and family therapy. I was working for non profit agencies for over 10 years when I wanted to make more of a difference for families. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter full time since August 2018. I have worked for families long term as well as the occasional...
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Tia B.

Career Nanny of 12 Years Seeking Full Time

Seymour, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been a nanny for over 12 years and love it! What other job do you get to play all day? I grew up in Millinocket a very small town in Maine. Where everyone knows your name! I am incredibly Blessed to have grown up with a very loving family! My family means everything to me, we are very close. I also have experience...

Jenny D. says "We love working with Tia and couldn't be happier with our experience with her. She is extremely dependable and fantastic with our children. The kids love...

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Dailyn F.

Child care

Waterbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Greetings, my name is Dailyn (Day-Lyn). I been babysitting/nanny for 8 years. I have an associate degree in Early childhood education. Currently doing my CPR certification. I enjoy baking, creating arts and crafts, and making sure the kids are always having fun. I'm comfortable with 2 -3 kids. I grew up in a large household. My...

Jose R. says "She is great and amazing with kids, better than what expected!"

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Katherine M.

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Jazmin . Im a patience nanny with 9 years of experience caring of children ages newborn to 10 years old. Highly skilled in infant care, with extensive knowledge of safety precautions, feeding techniques, and educational activities to stimulate physical, social, and cognitive development. I love to play hide and seek,...

Care Member says "Jazmin, as she’s known to our family, has been caring for our now 20 month old daughter for the last 6 months. She has meaningful interactions from...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 4.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Prospect, CT

Newborn Nannies in Prospect, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Mariah S.

Phenomenal, thoughtful, smart and gracious caregiver. Added so much vibrancy to our lives and truly cared deeply for our kids. Highly...

- Laura D.

Alyson D.

Look no further everyone! You have found THE babysitter you have been looking for! I was impressed with Alyson when she replied to my...

- Daniel P.

Jamie B.

Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as...

- Alexa M.

What to know about newborn nannies in Prospect, CT

The average cost for a newborn nanny in Prospect, CT as of May 2026 is $15.00 per hour. Rates can vary depending on experience, certifications, and the level of care required. Nannies with specialized newborn experience, such as sleep training or infant care certifications, may charge higher rates, especially for overnight or extended care.

A newborn nanny in Prospect, CT specializes in caring for infants during their first months of life. Responsibilities often include feeding, diaper changes, soothing, sleep routines, and monitoring development. Some nannies also help with light household tasks related to the baby, such as washing bottles, organizing nursery items, and maintaining feeding schedules.

In Prospect, CT, a newborn nanny may provide care during the day, evenings, or full-time schedules, while a night nanny focuses specifically on overnight care. Night nannies help with feeding, diaper changes, and sleep support so parents can rest. Some families choose a combination of both depending on their needs. You can learn more about night nannies for newborns and how they support overnight care.

To find a trusted newborn nanny in Prospect, CT, many parents compare profiles based on infant care experience, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to ask about prior experience with newborns, certifications, and approach to feeding and sleep routines. Scheduling an interview or trial period can help ensure the nanny is a good fit for your family.

Families in Prospect, CT often hire a newborn nanny shortly before or after a baby is born, especially if they anticipate needing extra support during the early months. This can be helpful for first-time parents, families with multiple children, or those balancing work and newborn care responsibilities.

When hiring a newborn nanny in Prospect, CT, look for experience specifically with infants, strong references, and a caregiving style that aligns with your parenting preferences. It’s also important to discuss schedules, responsibilities, and communication expectations. Compatibility and trust are especially important when caring for a newborn.

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