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Lozena L. says "Rafaella is very nice person, with good personality, very kind, responsible, dependable, creative and very playful with our grand kids! She is always...
Andre A. says "Yesenia is a very great nanny! She was very gentle with my son and kept me updated via pictures throughout the day. She also took my son for a walk in the...
Rachel W. says "My kids love to be with Charlene because she always makes sure she is fully engaged with them and attentive to their needs. She is creative and kind and...
Laura W. says "We love Lystra! She started working with us as a night nurse when our son was born. She now babysits often for him. He is almost 3.5 years old, and we...
Laura S. says "She's an amazing person! I would love to have her home 24/7"
Care Member says "Keisha regularly took care of our daughter and we can't recommend her highly enough. She clearly loves being with kids and cares for them like they we...
Toni B. says "Kristin was a very delightful caregiver to my family. She was with our family for years off and on and we will always keep her as our friend and our kids...
Abigail B. says "Sophia is a warm and competent care provider. My toddler felt comfortable with her very quickly. I really appreciate her helpful and flexible attitude in...
Richard G. says "Carla is great. Has lots of experience, is confident, rolls her sleeves up, and dives right in. Great with kids. Happy to give a reference."
Leslie D. says "Angela has showed on time for both meeting her and babysitting job. My daughter absolutely enjoyed her. Angela was willing to play all of my daughter's...
Care Member says "Rafaella is an amazing babysitter. She watches my children (7 and 9 ) regularly and they love her so much. She is like a big sister to the family. She...
Charlene N. says "Greer is very friendly & punctual. We loved how she was attentive to our toddler and she would interact with him. I would definitely hire again."
Care Member says "Margaret is very dependable, calm, and trustworthy. She works very well with others. She performs tasks very well, and accepts suggestions easily....
Care Member says "Our family absolutely adores Maddie. She keeps our busy kids engaged and active, has excellent communication skills and is trustworthy. "
Care Member says "Viviana has been an amazing caretaker for our now 2.5 year old daughter for nearly 1.5 years. Viviana is very responsible, on time, and has never taken...
Aimen R. says "Nicole was the first caretaker we ever hired for our 2 1/2 year old son and we fell in love with her immediately. My son would actually run to the door...
Divesh G. says "Maria is responsible, caring, considerate and creative when working with children. She was fantastic with our daughter!"
Care Member says "Ely has been our nanny for the past year and is simply amazing. As new parents, we had high standards and lots of questions and concerns when looking...
Angela M. says "Tia was great! She wrote down all meal times and diaper changes for me. She was punctual. I would hire her again!"
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The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2026
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Kensington, MD typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of June 2026, families in this area pay an average of $15.00 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 Kensington or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Kensington, MD 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 Kensington, MD 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 1 night nannies in Kensington, MD 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.