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Care Member says "Nickiesha has cared for my kids for a year now, and since my youngest was a newborn. She is a part of our family now and so incredibly loving, caring,...
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...
Care Member says "Hope is our absolute favorite babysitter! She took amazing care of my 4 and 7 year old boys every Thursday night last year and was always totally...
Janet R. says "Jenn has been our nanny & sitter for almost 6 years. She is an exceptional human and has taken the absolute best care of our son who has learning...
Care Member says "Aratnza has been an excellent caregiver to our 3yo daughter for occasional babysitting. Our daughter loves their time together and always wakes up...
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,...
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...
Hannah C. says "Natty was the nanny of our one-year-old son for a year. She also took care of our five-year-old daughter when her school was closed during the pandemic....
Katherine W. says "We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started working full...
Care Member says "Amy has taken great care of my 10 month old R! I’d recommend her."
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Namkyung Y. says "After our 3 year old daughter was taken care of by Julie, I totally believe and can assure all the positive words in the reviews below. Julie brought so...
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...
Solveig G. says "Caroline has been working for us in the afternoons and our family is continually impressed by her. She comes up with so many crafts and creative ideas...
Amy R. says "Mariam is a very experienced, warm and nurturing individual. I would recommend her - particularly for younger children that require lots of enthusiasm,...
Eleanor K. says "We hired Thea to care for our then 6 m.o. daughter from Oct. 2017-July 2018. We could not asked for a better match between our family and Thea. She is...
Meaghan D. says "Punctual, friendly and polite. My poor son was so grouchy and she handled it with grace. I would hire her again. Thanks Bethany!"
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Needham, MA typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of January 2026, families in this area pay an average of $22.00 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 Needham or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Needham, 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 Needham, 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 1 night nannies in Needham, 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.