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"Punctual, however lacking attention to detail in some areas. Okay job. 👍🏼 thanks tariro "
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"Fast and efficient, got the job done shortly after the job was accepted! Would highly Recommend Kathryn!!!"
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Recent Babysitters reviews in Melbourne
Hannah was so lovely. She was great with communication, flexible and put us at ease while she looked after our little one. Highly recommend.
Babysitting 18mnths
$60
Ruby is communicative, clear and diligent with her approach. Ruby had to manage an unsettled baby when we left and used her skills and attentiveness to get baby to sleep. Ruby kept us up to date during the evening, paying special attention to how baby was doing during the night. Thank you Ruby. Highly recommended.
Babysitting our 11 mth old baby
$20
Diligent carer. Felt very confidendent leaving my 19th month old in her care. Has a very fun disposition and i would be confident she would be great with kids of all ages. Thanks Ruby
Babysitter needed Sunday night in CBD for 19mnth o
$85
Reliable, professional and caring
Babysitting
$100
Highly recommended. Friendly, caring and professional
Babysitting (2 hours in Carlton)
$60
Anna was a good help and kind enough to spend time with my 6 years old son. She has good problem solving skills and very tentative with her care. Thanks Anna
Babysitting
$70
What's the average cost of a babysitter in Melbourne
$55 - $160
low
$55
median
$112
high
$160
Average reviews for Babysitters Services in Melbourne
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4.97
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What do babysitting services include?
Babysitting services include several tasks such as changing the diaper, preparing the baby’s meals and feeding them, ensuring they take their afternoon nap. If specified, and other services like administering any medication as necessary, bathing them and putting a new change of clothes on them as needed.
Diaper Changing
The babysitter disposes soiled diapers and changes them with new ones. Any cleaning and disinfecting of the baby will be done as well before fitting a fresh diaper. Babysitters will also perform any clean up as necessary if the baby left any messes. Be sure to provide the needed cleaning equipment as well as disinfectant, baby soap and detergent.
Preparing and Feeding Meals
Should the babysitter’s hours reach any feeding times, babysitters will prepare meals and patiently feed your babies. Be sure to have the appropriate food ready for them to prepare and feed to your babies. Babysitters will disinfect baby bottles and prepare formula and prepare the cutlery and flatware before proceeding to feed your bundles of joy. Cleanup after feeding is also part of the service, and the utensils, flatware and bottles will be put away.
Playtime with your Babies
Before taking your babies to their cribs or beds for naptime, some babysitters may engage your babies in a short play session. Babysitters can place them in their play crib and play with them using their favourite toys. If your children are toddlers, the babysitter can engage them in simple games using their toys and even read them a story to prepare them for naptime.
Preparing for Naptime
Babysitters will take your baby to their cribs or beds for naptime at the time you specify. They will patiently rock or lull them to sleep and ensure they are safely tucked in. You can provide some items to help your babies sleep, like a music box or mobile that plays a soft lullaby. Babysitters will remain with your baby as they nap and periodically check on them. Should they rouse from the nap due to a wet diaper, the babysitter will change their diapers straight away.
Other Services
Other babysitting services can include bathing and changing the clothes of your babies as necessary. If they have any medications, the babysitter can administer these to them. Be sure to advise them of the dosage and have their medications ready. Some babysitters may offer to buy the baby food or formula for their meal times during the day if you’ve run out of these items.
Recent Babysitters tasks in Melbourne
Seeking Indian Babysitter for 8months old every Friday (10am - 5pm)
$100
Essendon VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
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.
Nanny:babysitter
$20
Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia
11th Apr 2024
I am looking for an experienced Nanny to work with my daughter 2-3 times a week and some Weekends. My daughter is 8, lively and has a great personality. She would love someone who can play games with her. I am needing someone for after school hours 3:20pm-5:30pm three days a week, pick up from school My daughter will need to be taken to her swimming and taekwondo classes. Making dinner is not necessary but if working past 5:30pm it will be needed. I will need the odd weekend. Will need references and a resume.
Babysitting
$150
St Kilda VIC, Australia
29th Mar 2024
Hello I need someone to look after my son for few hours. Dinner will be ready. You just have to bath him, have a play and look after him while he is asleep
Babysitter for 4 hours
$100
Southbank VIC, Australia
22nd Mar 2024
I have 8 years old son and 5 years old daughter and looking for a babysitter from 6 pm till 10 pm
Babysitting 1 girl this evening - Thu 21 March
$25
Southbank VIC, Australia
21st Mar 2024
Hi, we're looking for a friendly, responsible and caring babysitter for 1 child (a girl below 1.5 years old) for 3.5-4 hours this evening. We would be away approximately 5.45pm-9.15pm and ask for an earlier arrival to meet, get to know the girl and get settled :) It would involve playing together and serving dinner, but not putting her to sleep before we get back. Please let us know your hourly late and what is the youngest age you've cared for. We're based in Southbank, a short walk from Flinders street station. We may also ask for your services again in the future! Looking forward to hearing from you.
Babysitting
$200
Brunswick VIC, Australia
7th Mar 2024
Babysit 10 month old babyboy. Meet at NGV around 11am and supervise him playing in the soft play area at NGV, then to go home with me to Brunswick and babysit him for the afternoon till 6.
Babysitting ten month old baby boy
$125
Brunswick VIC, Australia
5th Mar 2024
Babysit my baby boy while I do other things rhs afternoon
Occasional babysitter
$28
Northcote VIC, Australia
1st Mar 2024
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
Pranita is a pleasure to communicate with. She followed through on the task quickly, and I’m really looking forward to continuing to work with Pranita as our babysitter.
Babysitting 5 or so hours 5mo girl
$200
Windsor VIC, Australia
17th Feb 2024
Babysitting casually our 5mo harper. She is very relaxed and likes to play but will sleep easily
Amazing babysitting for our 5mo daughter. Couldn't be happier :) thank you!
Babysitter Valentines evening.
$80
Melbourne VIC, Australia
5th Feb 2024
6:30-10:30pm on wed 14th feb. three kids in a city hotel 10,6 and 3 - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Babysit our 4yo girl (Malayalam speaker pref, but not mandatory)
$20
Brunswick VIC, Australia
1st Feb 2024
Hi there, we are a friendly warm gay couple. We're looking for a babysitter for regular babysitting requests. Must have experience babysitting children (and/or have had children of your own) and would love if you're happy to do a couple of light tasks around the house once the child is asleep like folding laundry or stacking/un-stacking the dishwasher, tidying up toys if at all :) Preference for qualified childcare workers/educators who are looking for evening shifts, and anyone who can speak the Malayalam language but not necessary. If we all feel happy/comfortable after the first shift, we'd love to meet someone we can stay in touch with for regular baby sitting down the track! The requirements will generally be evening/night-times on weekdays and weekends, and sometimes weekend afternoons on an as-needs basis. Must be comfortable working with a queer family, in our home. We are happy to pay $20 to $25/hour and we have only put 1 hour on the airtasker advertisement so you don't have to pay high fees. The remainder will be paid in person in cash for each session. Hope to meet someone lovely and look forward to hearing from you - Due date: Flexible
Babysitter for 2.5 hours at hotel in Southbank
$55
Southbank VIC, Australia
30th Jan 2024
I just need a babysitter to watch my children while I have a little rnr In crown hotels . Twin 7 year olds And a near 3 yo Tonight for 2.5 hours
Babysitter
$90
Southbank VIC, Australia
29th Jan 2024
Look after our 3 children while my husband and I attend a function From 7.45pm - 11pm tonight at Southbank - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 29 January 2024
Babysit my kids while they sleep on New Years Eve
$230
Melbourne VIC, Australia
28th Dec 2023
I need to work New Years Eve. I’ll put the kids to bed then leave approximately 8:45pm. Home around 2am/3am. My kids are 4,3, 15 month old twins. The twins sleep through no problem. You would need to man the fort and assist of girls need toilet, bottle etc. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 31 December 2023
Vanessa is so kind. She arrived ahead of time and took excellent care of my four children. She has a lovely demeanour and the kids adored her. Thankyou Vanessa, I really appreciate your help! Will definitely hire again and highly recommend!
Babysit my 4 sleeping children for a few hours.
$120
Melbourne VIC, Australia
23rd Dec 2023
It’s my husbands birthday and we want to give our kids dinner, bath and bed then head out for a few drinks. Kids go to bed at 8:30 usually and sleep well. Babysitting would need to arrive at 8pm and stay till 1am latest. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 23 December 2023
Housekeeper with some babysitting
$700
Prahran VIC, Australia
26th Nov 2023
We are looking for a housekeeper to help with tidying, laundry, changing sheets, cleaning, cooking for 20 hours per week. The role would also entail some occasional childcare (additional hours) of 22 month old so babysitting or nannying experience will be valued. Please provide summary of experience and availability and we will be in touch to discuss references etc. - Due date: Flexible
Babysitting
$27
Southbank VIC, Australia
5th Nov 2023
Looking for a part/full time babysitter to help with two kids 8 and 7 years hold - Due date: Flexible
Babysitters
$100
Fitzroy VIC, Australia
22nd Oct 2023
Babysit 3kids , ages 7,5,4 and 3 - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 24 October 2023
Babysitter for a 1 year old during office hours
$20
South Yarra VIC, Australia
26th Aug 2023
Hi there, Looking for a hygienic, safety-conscious and gentle carer to walk, play and care for my 1 year old during weekdays (likely Monday-Wednesday 8-3pm) - Due date: Flexible
Babysitting
$125
Toorak VIC, Australia
18th Aug 2023
Need a babysitter for my 11 year old daughter tomorrow night, 7:00pm - Midnight - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 19 August 2023
Mariana was amazing. My daughter loved her. I’d recommend Mariana for babysitting!!