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Jennifer is amazing as a special needs support aid to our daughter and we highly recommend her if you need someone for your child. She is patient and brings some fun tasks for them to play together, and my daughter gets very excited when I tell her Jen is coming soon! Thanks Jen!!
Babysitter (3 days pw) for 2hrs a day - RunawayBay
$150
Bernadette was nice enough and did the task well.
Nanny service required for 6 month old
$88
Very nice ladies, thank you 😊
Need babysitter
$150
Wonderful Babysitter! Very nice, and entertaining with my 4 children. On time and reliable. Will use again.
Babysitting 8pm til 12am Saturday Waterloo
$50
Homa is very nice and helpful. Our babies loved her! Thank you very much and hope to see you again soon!
Babysit 2 babies (experience required)
$140
Fantastic worker, very reliable and one best humans we have met. Highly recommend
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First, keep the rooms free from clutter. Make sure that all surfaces, toys, utensils, and your hands are sanitised regularly. Next, replenish any emergency kits (if you’re a Tasker, make sure you know where the first-aid kit is). Lastly, supervise the children or babies at all times. Note that instead of bringing your child to a daycare or playschool setting, the Tasker can head to your location.
The top 5 tips (or rules) for child safety at home are:
- Prevent illness through proper handwashing, sanitising surfaces, and ensuring that the child has all the recommended immunisations.
- Practice food safety.
- Be safe while playing.
- Baby proof or childproof the area. Avoid clutter, pad sharp edges, and make sure that nothing dangerous is within reach.
- Know what to do in an emergency. This includes having an emergency kit and a list of emergency contacts.
First, state in your task post that you require them to present their proof of registration, licence, and credentials. Next, before booking a Tasker, make sure to go through their customer ratings and reviews. Finally, ask to see their credentials before letting a childcare provider into your home.
The list of baby proofing to-dos may depend on your own home and child, but in general, you must do the following:
- Keep surfaces clean and free from clutter
- Keep dangerous items (knives, scissors, ceramics, cables, sockets, cleaning products, small things that could be choking hazards) out of reach
- Pad sharp edges or corners
- Keep an eye out for heavy objects
- Know the settings on your hot-water heater
For a more thorough approach, we recommend hiring a baby proofing expert near you.
A child safety kit is a document that should contain the following information. Make sure to update this regularly:
- Your child’s name
- Birthdate
- Age
- Height and weight
- Gender
- Ethnicity
- Eye and hair colour
- Unique physical characteristics (e.g. birthmarks, braces, glasses)
- Medical needs and medications
- Emergency contacts
- Fingerprints
- DNA sample (e.g. hair, an old toothbrush)
- Recent colour photo
This depends on your child’s development. Some parents feel comfortable getting rid of the baby gates when their child turns two or three, and some child experts recommend childproofing until the age of five. No matter when you choose to stop baby proofing or childproofing, remember that these little precautions and adjustments don’t eliminate the need for proper adult supervision.
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What do childcare and safety services include?
When you book a childcare and safety service through our platform, you get to work with a practitioner who can go to your home and help you look after your baby or child. If you or your partner are about to give birth, you can also find experts to help you get through labour and the first few weeks of life with your newborn.
You can find the following types of childcare and safety practitioners on our platform:
Babysitting
A babysitter usually takes care of babies and young children temporarily - for example, an emergency comes up at work, you need to run some errands, or you want a (well-deserved) night out. Babysitters usually do not have any formal qualifications besides registration.
They’re in charge of changing nappies, preparing meals, keeping the kids entertained, and supervising them.
Childminding
If you’re going to be out regularly (e.g. for your 9-5 job), or if you’re going to be on a business trip for a week and none of your relatives can watch the kids, you’ll need a childminder.
Childminders, like babysitters, are required to register with Ofsted. They may also have more credentials than a typical babysitter. These can include a childminding course, pediatric First Aid, and safeguarding training. Childminders typically prepare meals, change diapers, bathe and dress the kids, take them to and from school, and help with their education.
Doula services
Doulas are responsible for providing emotional and physical support to the mother. This usually starts months before the birth. During your pregnancy, a doula is expected to educate you about pregnancy and birth, help you create a birth plan, talk to you about life experiences that might affect your birth experience, and help you prepare for your post-birth state.
During labour, they can support you physically by creating your ideal birthing environment. They also suggest positions and breathing exercises. Doulas also serve as your champion when talking to your healthcare providers.
After giving birth, you can usually expect a doula to help you bond with your new baby and give you tips for feeding, sleeping, and settling with your newborn. Doulas typically service home births. If you choose to deliver your child in a hospital and don’t have a way to get your doula there fast, you can use Airtasker to find a trusted driver near you.
Maternity nursing
When you book a maternity nurse, expect a support system that’ll help you learn the basics of caring for your new baby. They may show you how to carry, feed, bathe, dress, and comfort your newborn. Maternity nurses may also help by taking care of your baby for hours at a time, allowing you time to rest and recover.
Life with your little one can be challenging! Thankfully, you can easily find people in your community who can help you shop for groceries without leaving your home. You can also find cleaning experts who’ll help you declutter or even clean out your gutters.
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Looking for an experienced Indian babysitter to watch our 8 months boy child every Friday in the Essendon area 10am to 5pm. would be great if u have childcare experience and references.
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Hello! We are getting married on the 11th May and looking for a baby-sitter to watch the kids at the venue. There is a separate room in the venue where we'll set up a cartoon for them. The babysitter will need to stay with the kids for that time. We will have around 4-5 kids who are between 4-7 years old. The venue is located at Whale Beach. The meals will be provided. The babysitting time will be around 3-4 hours.
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Afternoon child care. Please contact if you are a kind trustworthy calm friendly fun responsible young, mature or senior adult and would like to be in our home with 10 year old on occasions after school. Hang out, walk to the park, read together, play games, dance, draw, make things, chat - be around in the background if she wants to just do her own thing etc etc. nice afternoon tea! Background check appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Need baby sitter for my 6 yr old daughter Also have 1yr old dog to watch Based in Randwick. Ongoing work
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Last minute babysitter for today
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Glebe NSW, Australia
13th Apr 2024
Hi I have a bunch of house stuff to do, anyone want to come play with my 2yo and 4yo today until 4pm? Just need an extra pair of hands, and help with giving them lunch etc. Happy to pay $20-$32.50 per hour depending on experience. Kids are mostly well behaved i'm told but they need a playmate :) .
Nora helped me last minute with taking care of 2 and 4yo this afternoon, she was great to communicate with and excellent with the kids!
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In need of a babysitter this Sunday March 3. The event is from 12 - 3pm, I would be in attendance along with other family members. The task would simply involve following a 15 month around the venue which includes a playground with sand, ensuring they were supervised at all times. I would take care of any nappy changes! ☺️
Javiera was wonderful to work with, prompt, reliable and excellent with my children. Would definitely use her again!
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My daughter said thanks a lot Christina, you were kind and responsible and we loved you. We were very lucky to have Christina babysit for us, thanks for everything.
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I am looking for an occasional babysitter for 12 yr old. He is self entertained, so it’s more just being in the house with him so he feels safe when I go out at night. Would suit a uni student - you can study or watch tv when here. Prefer people with a current WWCC. Living in suburbs nearby would be a bonus. I am a full time single mum and would like to be able to go out with friends at night semi-regularly. $28 per hr
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