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Rebecca C. says "I hired Shauna as a nanny for my two boys who are 3 and 4 years old. She is truly amazing! It's hard to find someone you can trust taking care of your...
Care Member says "Noemi is the best! We truly couldn’t have asked for a better first caregiver for our brand new baby. From the very beginning, she and her whole family...
Laura C. says "Ms. Eve is caring, consistent, dependable. She kept great logs during babysitting hours. She is a kind and thoughtful person."
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Abhishek A. says "Carmen helped us on a number of occasions for date night. Although our son was mostly sleeping during Carmen's stay, but she was always punctual, very...
Care Member says "Lezli is so caring and kind. She has taken care of our two kids for the past several years and they love her so much. She’s patient and loving and we...
Monique L. says "Karla has taken care of our daughter Z since she was four months old. My husband and I work full time and needed care for our daughter. We were so...
Summer P. says "Julia was apart of our family for 1.5 years before we moved out of state. We could not have asked for a better nanny. Our daughter was a year old when she...
Priya H. says "We hired Laurel as a Nanny for full-time care of our twin girls when they were about 4 months old and we highly recommend her! Laurel worked with us over...
Edi L. says "I can't say enough good things about Ebony. She is kind, observant, trustworthy and a natural with children. My daughter absolutely adores her and any family...
Care Member says "My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children"
Charlie C. says "Sophia is great! Kids loved her and she was always extremely communicative and reliable!"
Emmy G. says "Ariana was a wonderful person person to work with. She incorporated fun and responsibilities with the kids, we would recommend her to anyone "
Ashley F. says "Bridget was wonderful with our two children! She is very responsive and easy to communicate with. We hired her to babysit for us three times while we were...
Meredith G. says "Nicha is a wonderful Douala who cared for our newborn infant at 2 weeks old and our entire family. She helped us acclimate to life with the new baby...
Care Member says "Krystal was our nanny for six months from the time our daughter was 6 months - 1 year old. The only reason she stopped working with us was because she...
Orin E. says "Maghnia cared for my two children, age 11 and 13. She picked them up from school and drove them home 3 days a week for one school year. Maghnia was great!...
Kristina J. says "When you come across a person like Brandi your heart instantly smiles. She is so patient and communicates so well with our daughter. The projects she...
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The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of August 2026
The average star rating for rated night nannies is 5.0
Night Nannies in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed night nannies
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Alameda, CA typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of August 2026, families in this area pay an average of $23.00 per hour for overnight support. In addition to wages, you may also consider costs associated with benefits, overtime, or extended shifts. To estimate total childcare expenses for your household, you can use the Care.com cost calculator to explore general childcare cost estimates in Alameda or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Alameda, CA depends on the level of support your newborn and family need. A night nanny typically helps with overnight care such as feeding support, diaper changes, soothing, and establishing early sleep routines. A night nurse, who often has clinical training, may be better suited for babies with medical considerations, premature infants, or families needing monitoring and specialized newborn care. Understanding the differences between these roles can help you choose the best fit for your situation, and many parents start by learning more about night nannies and night nurses before deciding.
Night nannies in Alameda, CA typically support families during overnight hours by managing feedings, diaper changes, soothing infants back to sleep, and tracking nighttime patterns. Many also help with sleep conditioning, offer guidance to new parents, and support multiples or babies with reflux or colic. Profiles on Care.com outline each nanny’s experience, certifications, and approach to newborn care so you can find someone aligned with your routine and preferences.
You can browse 4 night nannies in Alameda, CA by filtering for availability, experience with newborns, overnight care, or specialized training such as infant CPR. Reading reviews from other families and messaging candidates about your baby’s routine can help you shortlist the best options. Many parents schedule an introductory call or trial night to confirm fit before beginning ongoing care.
When interviewing a night nanny, consider asking about their experience with newborns, comfort with feeding methods, approach to soothing and sleep routines, and how they handle situations such as colic, reflux, or multiple wake-ups. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences and what updates you’ll receive overnight. A detailed list of helpful topics is included in our guide to night nanny interview questions.
Many families hire night nannies to get longer stretches of sleep, support newborn feeding schedules, and reduce stress during the early months. A night nanny can help stabilize routines, offer guidance to new parents, and provide reassurance for babies with special sleep or feeding needs. For more insight, you can read about the benefits of hiring a night nanny and how overnight care can support your family.