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Find infants child care in Costa Mesa, CA that you’ll love

60 infants child care are listed in Costa Mesa, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years

Infants child care in Costa Mesa, CA

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Wafaa D.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.9

(33)

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Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Wendy, I am a nanny with over 10 years of paid experience. I have cared for over 30 children through Care. com alone. Before that, I was a stay at home mom to 2 kids for almost 15 years. I am a very caring person and active person who loves kids. I like outdoor activities such as walks to the park, and through...
Wafaa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Wafaa was a wonderful caretaker to my little 8 month old. I had a work event and had to leave her for the day. Wafaa took her on walks, sent lots of pictures and overall took great care of my little. She is friendly, caring and you can tell she loves what she does....

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Emily H.


Irvine, CA

$22-27/hr6 yrs exp

About Me, Emily!

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello Orange County! My name is Emily. I am a returning college student (enrolled at UCI in Nursing) in search of local loving families to join. As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 6 years as a part-time nanny,...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"

Megan Z.

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Tiffany M.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tiffany, 24 years old. I am a full time student at SCC in Orange, currently studying for my Biology major, to be a future Doctor. I am an adventurous and artistic person, loving going for walks and painting/doing arts and crafts. I am a Nanny/Babysitter for over 5 years. I've taken care of my nieces and...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tiffany was amazing! She really cares for my children. Tiffany also does a lot to help out around the house."

Madison D.

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Ruth J.


Newport Beach, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, welcome to my profile! My name is Ruth and I have a passion for playing with, nurturing, and caring for infants/toddlers and youngsters. After all, they're our future leaders and they deserve the finest care & support for their development. I also love assisting families through that process. I enjoy arts &...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Miss J has provided dedicated and caring childcare (dressing, diapering, bottle-feeding, transition to solid food, food preparation, nap support, supervision and engagement, etc.) for our daughter from the time our daughter was 6 months old until 2.5 years old. She...

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Jacqueline M.


Santa Ana, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jackie. I've been a full time nanny for approximately 10 years. I have taken some time off to be a mommy myself. My son is now 16 months old and I'm looking to get back into the child care field. I am also a NCS (Newborn Care Specialist) and currently taking child development classes. As a nanny I have worked...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Interviewed Jackie, was very pleased meeting her and going over possible care for my children. Very friendly, warm & loving character."

Natalie A.

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Emily W.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Nanny Looking For A Great Family!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Emily, I am 27 years old and absolutely love working with kids. I started off as a babysitter for my neighbors kids when I was in 8th grade, throughout college I worked at a part time nanny and also taught art lessons to kids in Newport Beach. I have graduated from college with my BA In Communications from...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We recently hired Emily to look after our son who is 11 months old. She did an amazing job! To start with-- she has a lovely upbeat personality and our son immediately took to her enthusiastic charm. We were so impressed with how much she cared about our son. She...

Rylan and Roisin B.

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Lizet G.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Lizet, I previously worked as a teacher assistant with infants at a Montessori school for about 9 months. (4:1 ratio) prior to that I was working at a retail store, but quickly realized I missed working with kids. For three years I was working at a boys and girls club, where I ran activities such as arts & crafts,...
Lizet can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lizet is AMAZING!! She has been babysitting my 3 daughters for the pass 3 yrs already. She prepares food, plays game, sings, etc. Lizet is part of the family now, I highly recommend."

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Ashley A.


Irvine, CA

$22-32/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ashley! I have experience working as a teacher assistant at Primrose and Chesterbrook Academy. Taking care of children ages infant- grade school. Also, from time to time I help out a family with a baby that has a G-tube due to being born prematurely. I also, worked as a nanny for a 14-year-old boy who has special...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"When we first met Ashley, she had reat energy and we hired her immediately. She’s been working with our family part time for a couple months now. I have nothing but positive things to say about her. My family can always rely on her. There are times where we ask her...

Mallory R.

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Brandy Z.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

Creatively, Fun Sitter, Patient,

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Brandy and I have always been helping out with small children since in high school ! I raised my younger brother and I am raising my niece as well. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...
Brandy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Brandy disappeared on us. Prior to this, we liked her after hiring her at the last minute for a quick babysitting job. She was prompt, proactive, friendly, and a quick learner. We had her back two or three times for last minute jobs while we worked from home in the...

Raqiyah M.

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Gabriela L.


Huntington Beach, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Very Athletic And Active Career Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello wonderful Families, I am a very active and healthy nanny. I played softball and track & field and graduated from cal state Fullerton. I work out twice a day and meal prep all my meals. I have a degree in kinesiology and a minor in dietitian. I take pride in my work as I will take care and treat your child as one of my...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Gabriela has such a kind and genuine energy, and it was clear right away how naturally she connects with kids. In the short time we spent together, I could tell she truly cares and brings a thoughtful, warm presence that would be such a gift to any family. She’s...

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Savannah M.


Orange, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Affirming And Warm Caretaker!

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I have been nannying and babysitting for over 14 years now! I have extensive experience with newborns and children up to age 12 years old, as well as with twins and multiples, and most of my experience is with infants and younger children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, reliable, communicative, patient and kind. I am familiar...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah is great! She's kind, has good, calm energy, and is very communicative. She's been watching our girls (2yrs) for our monthly date nights for about a year, now. We love going out and knowing they're in good hands. Highly recommend! "

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Maxylaine P.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have almost 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to older kids. I'm a very responsible, trustworthy, flexible, creative, patient and loving person. Being also a mom and with all my experience with kids and genuine love I feel for them, I can ensure you that your little ones will be safe, loved and very...
Maxylaine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maxylaine is a great nanny. She’s been so helpful with my family. She’s always on time, is very fun and engaged. My girls adore her. I’d highly recommend her. "

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Shannon O.


Huntington Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

PT Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :) I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Shannon has been so wonderful with my infant triplets. She started helping us with them when they were about two months old, and has been so loving with them the entire time. She's very capable of managing three infants who may all need attention simultaneously,...

Lisa P.

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Diana M.


Tustin, CA

$26-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Diana and I am 25 years old. I graduated from the University of California Riverside with a B. S. in Anthropology and now have my MSW. I am an ACSW working towards becoming fully licensed. I have experience with babysitting and I also have experience in ABA as a Behavioral Therapist. I have done babysitting for...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'm so happy we found Diana. She not only took care of our boy, she was like a teacher to him. She played with him, read to him, did educational activists with him, and overall took great care of him. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

Adriana S.

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Lindsey O.


Huntington Beach, CA

$40/hr4 yrs exp

Easing Mind And Reliable

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Currently offering overnight infant care. I am a mother of two boys born 17th months apart. Whom are now both nearing towards their tweens. My favorite age was infant to toddler years because of how much they still need from you. I have years of experience with my own children and babysitting for friends and family...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lindsey was amazing with our daughter who is 2. She helped introduce her to new foods, learning experiences, and cared for her every need. Lindsey also helped with meal prep for our little ones as well as tidied up and did laundry on a regular basis. I...

Adam G.

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Yesenia H.


Huntington Beach, CA

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

Child care

Hi my name is Yesenia. I am 22 years old. I like to work with kids and just have a good time with them and give them attention. I always like to be doing something creative with them. I am a really reliable person, and trusting person too. I have recommendations from my past nanny jobs and my current one too. I have experience...
Yesenia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"Yesenia is very kind and loving. She is great with kids. And she likes to do things just right. She is one of the best person's I've met."

Zahira H.

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Jennifer M.


Tustin, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience operating an in-home daycare that catered to infants and toddlers. For the last 12 years I have worked only with one family at a time and it has been a wonderful experience. It is very rewarding to be so appreciated for doing what you love and something that comes so naturally. I love children and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer took care of my 1.5 year old son for about 8 months and was amazing with him. Very loving and sensitive to his needs. She kept him engaged with activities at home, took him to the park and swim classes. We had an excellent experience with Jennifer."

Livleen K.

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Cecilia R.


Tustin, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Doula Postpartum, Part-time Caregiver Infants.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Certified Doula, pre and postpartum. My specialty is caring for newborns and infants. Outgoing, well-rounded, and easy to get along with. Animal friendly. Founder of neighbors and community day care in the Dominican Republic for working mothers, children ages 3 months -10 yrs. Caregiver and language teacher to children of...
Cecilia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cecilia is a wonderful person! She has helped our family immensely and our son adores her. Cecilia is dependable, friendly and a joy to be around. "

Vicki K.

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Kiana P.


Garden Grove, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am 27 years old. I worked at for Child Development Inc. a few days a week, I was with this company for 4 years, working with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years. The age ranges I am most comfortable with are 0-2 years old. I have been babysitting/Nannying for 15 years with much joy. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED...
Kiana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Kiana was great. Sweet girl and very good with my son. "

Beth R.

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Alejandra M.


Garden Grove, CA

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver, Nanny Or Babysitter Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alejandra. I have been married for over 10 years. I love my many nieces and nephews, and all children. I have a friendly and pleasant personality and am very responsible and reliable. I studied for 3 years at a university and have worked for over 5 years in a preschool environment teaching toddlers and caring for...
Alejandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I had Alejandra for two days as our morning helper. She's very reliable and dependable. Excellent communication. Showed up on time and ready to work. I showed her what needs to be done, and next day she picked it up right away and is working independently."

Stella C.

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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Costa Mesa, CA

Wafaa D.

5.0

Wafaa was a wonderful caretaker to my little 8 month old. I had a work event and had to leave her for the day. Wafaa took her on walks, sent lots of pictures and overall took great care of my little. She is friendly, caring and you can tell she loves what she does. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Emily H.

5.0

Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!

- Megan Z.

Tiffany M.

5.0

Very reliable over the last couple of years. Great with my 3-4yr old daughter

- Care member

Ruth J.

5.0

Miss J has provided dedicated and caring childcare (dressing, diapering, bottle-feeding, transition to solid food, food preparation, nap support, supervision and engagement, etc.) for our daughter from the time our daughter was 6 months old until 2.5 years old. She has helped with our daughter's...

- Care member

Jacqueline M.

5.0

Jackie was our overnight nanny for our newborn baby boy when we needed help most! Serene, warm, professional, and skilled, she gave our son excellent care and provided my husband and I with much-needed relief. Absolutely would hire again. Anyone would be lucky to have Jackie watching their child!

- Victoria H.

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Ratings for Costa Mesa, CA infants child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Infants Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.