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Care Member says "Amy has taken great care of my 10 month old R! I’d recommend her."
Trish M. says "We loyally LOVED Our babysitter! My Son was thrilled to be with her each time!!"
Teal C. says "Kenia is kind and was great at interacting with my girls as soon as she met them. She is very responsive and helpful and we are grateful to have had the...
Adam B. says "Laura is an excellent caregiver. In my experience, she is kind, caring and thoughtful. Overall, a good influence on my baby brother and someone I would be...
Care Member says "Our 6-month old LOVES Kat! We don't live near family, so she was actually our son's first babysitter. We were definitely nervous leaving him, but she...
Margaret F. says "Our family is so grateful to have worked with Gina. She was exceedingly reliable, always punctual, flexible with our changing schedules, and most...
Annie M. says "Jess is reliable and professional and great with kids. She helped us with our three young boys for several months. She was so patient and enthusiastic...
Melissa M. says "I met with Khandice for an interview. She was timely, nice, and even put up with waiting for me to clean up my baby when she had quite the diaper...
Elise R. says "Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible,...
Michael M. says "I cannot say enough good things about Leah as a person and as a nanny. Our daughter M adores Leah and is constantly asking for her when she is not...
Jennifer B. says "Annie is fabulous. She has babysat for our 2 girls (2 & 4 years old) twice. Our girls love her and she is a joy to interact with. We look forward to...
Julia L. says "Isabel was wonderful with our two kids (ages 8 & 6)! She was punctual and patient with the kids, gave them plenty of direct attention and playtime, which...
Maureen D. says "Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in...
Tara H. says "Fernanda has been with our family for a year and we're so happy with all she's done to support our daughter's development (walking, talking including...
Stephanie B. says "Couldn't ask for anyone better! Nick did a terrific job. Would recommend him to any family. Rare find, great personality, very punctual and extremely...
Christiane T. says "Lisa was always very prompt and very easy to get along with (during COVID, my husband and I were typically in the house with Lisa). In addition to...
Marjanna B. says "Daisy is absolutely lovely. She is warm and authentic, and her genuine enjoyment of kids is so clear."
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The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated night nannies is 5.0
Night Nannies in Dedham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed night nannies
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Dedham, MA typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of December 2025, families in this area pay an average of $22.50 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 Dedham or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Dedham, MA 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 Dedham, MA 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 Dedham, MA 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.