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Julie L. says "Talia came into our lives when my daughter was 6 week old. My husband and I work crazy full time jobs and Talia raised our daughter for up to 10-11 hours a...
Tara H. says "Whitney was wonderful with my kiddo. She is a calm, thoughtful and very present person and great with my kid. Will gladly hire her again."
Suzie M. says "Winston is wonderful, I can't recommend him highly enough! He made a huge difference to our family in the past year, his patience, kindness, creativity and...
Julie D. says "My youngest daughter has difficulty with transitions and has some separation anxiety. The first day "Mer Mer" started with us as a Nanny, I took the whole...
Eric L. says "We met Sarah, and she watched our 15-month-old. It's clear she's attentive and caring, with a gentle way with children. He enjoyed interacting with her."
Elyse S. says "Nancy truly seems to enjoy working with our daughter, and our daughter equally enjoys spending time with Nancy. We have a 1 year old daughter and needed...
Lauren V. says "Sara worked with our family as a nanny and tutor for 10 months during the pandemic. She is very patient and cared about my children. Sara was recently...
Julie S. says "Rebecca is very friendly, transparent and conversational. She was open to a phone call interview and answered all questions about her expert level of care,...
Jenna S. says "Elizabeth is wonderful! We hired her to watch our 2 year old once a week while I was on maternity leave and he absolutely loved her. She was responsible,...
Care Member says "Emily took great care of my son for just over two years. I would have never let her go, but she moved to Portland and I'm located in Vancouver. She is...
Sungmok L. says "I booked her last minute with misunderstanding of what my wife needed. Even though my plan has changed and led to last min cancelling, she was very...
Laura G. says "Emme is very dependable and was a great nanny for us. She took care of our two boys in the mornings, getting them up and ready for school. We highly...
Thomas D. says "Diane is a great help for our family. She is kind, cheerful, dependable, and has excellent communication. She brings a wealth of experience in being with...
Portland, OR
Care Member says "Jonni was a stabilizing and caring force for my family, helping my kids navigate the transition to two households. Her responsibilities included school...
Joanna L. says "Gracie is sweet, dependable, and great with kids and animals. I have hired Gracie to watch my 5 year old and 1 year old and she keeps them engaged and...
Care Member says "Jordan was friendly, played lots of board games with my daughter, and helpful with our old dog. Really great experience."
Care Member says "Isabella has been a great babysitter for our 2 year old. "
Leslie M. says "Anna has been caring for our children for the last couple of years for date nights. Our children (10,9,6) always look forward to their time with Anna! She...
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110 night nannies are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.70/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated night nannies is 5.0
Night Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 110 listed night nannies
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Portland, OR typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of February 2026, families in this area pay an average of $22.70 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 Portland or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR 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 110 night nannies in Portland, OR 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.