Child Care
Babysitters, nannies, newborn care, after-school care, overnight care, and more for children of all ages.
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Overview
Babysitters, nannies, newborn care, after-school care, overnight care, and more for children of all ages.
Scope note: Non-medical child supervision and support. Does not include medical procedures, administering prescription medication without documented parental consent, or clinical interventions.
What Is and Isn't Included
In Scope
- Supervision and companionship for children
- Preparing meals and snacks as agreed
- School pickup/dropoff with explicit parental consent and appropriate insurance
- Assisting with homework
- Light household tasks related to child care
- Administering medication with written parental consent and clear instructions
Out of Scope
- Medical procedures or clinical decisions
- Administering prescription medication without documented parental consent
- Restraining children physically except in genuine safety emergencies
- Photographing or recording children without parental consent
- Taking children off-site without explicit prior approval
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
- 1. What experience do you have with this type of care?
- 2. Can you provide references from previous families or employers?
- 3. What training or certifications do you hold?
- 4. How do you handle emergencies?
- 5. What is your availability and backup plan if you cannot make a shift?
- 6. Are you comfortable with our specific needs and household routines?
- 7. What is your cancellation and notice policy?
- 8. Are you currently background-screened? Through which service?
Family Safety Checklist
- Meet the caregiver in person or via video call before any in-home visit.
- Check all verification statuses and contact issuers directly to confirm.
- Call all listed references before making any commitment.
- Create a written care agreement covering scope, schedule, pay, and cancellation terms.
- Prepare a written emergency plan: emergency contacts, allergies, doctor, nearest hospital.
- Introduce your caregiver to your home layout, emergency exits, and fire extinguisher.
- Set clear communication expectations (check-ins, updates, concerns).
- Do not share financial account information with a caregiver.
- Trust your instincts — if something feels wrong, do not proceed.
- Know how to report concerns: use the report button on any profile or contact us at /report/.
Understanding Costs
Rates for child care vary significantly by location, experience level, schedule, and specific care needs. Rather than publishing estimates that may not reflect your area, we recommend requesting quotes from multiple providers. Compare rates, scope, and references before committing.
Read our Child Care cost guide →Background and Credential Considerations
Verification statuses shown on provider profiles indicate what documentation has been submitted and reviewed. No verification status constitutes a guarantee of safety. Always verify credentials, licenses, and background checks directly with the issuing authority before booking.
Learn about our verification system →Frequently Asked Questions
Child care covers newborns through school-age children. Specific age ranges depend on the caregiver's experience and the family's needs.
Requirements vary by state. Families should ask about any background screening the caregiver has completed and verify it directly. Our platform shows provider-reported status only.
Safe sleep means placing infants on their backs on a firm, flat surface without loose bedding, pillows, or bumpers. Always confirm your caregiver follows safe sleep guidelines.
Medication administration requires explicit written parental consent and, in some cases, specific training. Clarify this before hiring.
Include: emergency contacts, family doctor, known allergies, nearest hospital, and specific instructions for common scenarios. Give your caregiver a written copy.
Most states do not require nannies to be licensed, but some jurisdictions have rules around child care in home settings. Check your state and local regulations.
Backup care is a pre-arranged caregiver who can step in when your regular caregiver is unavailable. Planning ahead is essential.
Call references directly. Ask about reliability, how the caregiver handled emergencies, and whether they would hire them again.
Only transportation you explicitly agree to and where the caregiver has appropriate insurance and a valid license. Clarify this in your agreement.
Rates vary significantly by location, experience, and schedule. Do not rely on platform estimates — ask providers directly and compare multiple quotes.