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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.Â
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. Â
They’re in charge of changing nappies, preparing meals, keeping the kids entertained, and supervising them.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.
Recent Childcare & Safety tasks in Mackay
Babysitting
$300
Slade Point QLD, Australia
24th Mar 2023
Hi, Looking for babysitter Sunday 26/3/23. Understand it is short notice. We have a 4yo and 2 yo boy. Wife and I will be around the house for the majority of the time. Aiming for sitter to be there 0800 - 1700. Happy to discuss if can only do part of the day $300 for the day ($30/hr plus 30$ for short notice) happy to discuss price. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 26 March 2023
Babysitting
$50
Bowen QLD, Australia
30th Nov 2022
baby sitting 2 kids for 3 hours on a friday - Due date: Flexible
Babysitter for 2 hours on Friday morning
$80
Mackay QLD, Australia
26th Oct 2022
Needing a babysitter to watch my 5 year old boy from 830 until 1030am - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 28 October 2022
Baby sitter/babysitter/child minder/nanny needed
$80
Airlie Beach QLD, Australia
1st Jul 2022
Need someone to keep an eye on the kids while we are out for dinner. Kids will be asleep. Will be somewhere around the hours of 9-11pm tonight. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 30 June 2022
Babysitting my home for 6 yr old req for Some Sundays from 5am to 1pm
$20
West Mackay QLD, Australia
2nd Jun 2022
childcare for some Sundays, starting at 5.00 am till about 1.00 pm in my home. Preferably able to play computer games and follow origami instructions and have fun. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 5 June 2022
Babysitting
$120
Airlie Beach QLD, Australia
17th Oct 2021
We are looking for some to look after our 14 month old boy. We need someone to look after him from 7pm to 12 midnight, he should sleep the entire time. Ideally we would like someone that has either: - childcare background - medical / nursing experience - or children of their own
Debra was amazing! Highly recommend
I need babysitter services
$200
Slade Point QLD, Australia
19th Aug 2021
Monday only. 730 to 330. Looking after 8 month old. Starting 23rd
Nanny looking after 2 kids
$100
Proserpine QLD, Australia
26th Jul 2021
Looking for a nanny looking after two kids
I need babysitter services
$500
Walkerston QLD, Australia
24th Jun 2021
Care for two children Thursday & Friday 3:30pm to 9pm Saturday 7am to 9pm Sunday 7am to 4pm This is a long term position
I need babysitter services
$15
East Mackay QLD, Australia
19th May 2021
Permanent person for 1 child 3 years old needed with Guaranteed hours as i work 8 days on 4 days off rotational roster. Early mornings, late nights and weekends required. Needing drop offs and pick ups from daycare. Night time duties include dinner, bath and bed and feeding of the animals. Starting 22nd June
I need babysitter services
$45
North Mackay QLD 4740, Australia
2nd May 2021
6 month old in my home today 12.30 till 4 must have references
I need babysitter services
$100
Mackay QLD, Australia
1st May 2021
We are looking for a babysitter to look after our 1 year old daughter. Will be asleep already and just to watch over her in our hotel room while we attend a wedding May 14th
Babysitter
$20
Mackay QLD, Australia
29th Apr 2021
Someone to look after my 3 children (2,8 and 10) on both Friday 25th June (for a few hours) and again on Sat 26th June (from about 4pm till about midnight). They are extremely well behaved kids.
I need babysitter services
$160
Mackay QLD, Australia
29th Apr 2021
We live in Perth, WA and are coming over to Mackay for my cousin’s wedding. We need a babysitter for a few hours on Friday 25th June and the again on Sat 26th June whilst we are at the Wedding reception.
I need nanny
$400
Moranbah QLD 4744, Australia
15th Feb 2021
With covid making au pairs impossible to find I am now looking for a live in nanny. We live in moranbah Queensland, the children are 5 and 4.
Babysitting
$50
Andergrove QLD 4740, Australia
29th Jan 2021
Needing a baby sitter from 8.30- roughly 10.30 for my two and half year old son
Childcare/Babysitting Support
$175
North Mackay QLD, Australia
25th Sep 2020
Assistance with children throughout the school holidays.
I need a nanny to supervise home learning
$60
Mount Pleasant QLD 4740, Australia
28th Jul 2020
I need someone to supervise my son for 3-4 hrs in the morning. Ideally Monday to Friday 9am to about Midday. You will need to assist with Year 7 Home Learning.