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Find newborn nannies in Urbandale, IA that you’ll love
60 newborn nannies are listed in Urbandale, IA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 7 years
Newborn nannies in Urbandale, IA
Grace N.
Urbandale, IA
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I am an 21-year-old Social Work student at Cedarville University in Ohio. I have babysat many families over the course of the past 7 years. I have experience with all ages, including newborns. I have a friendly, caring, patient, and fun personality, so I get along well with children. I am certified in CPR and the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have found a full time family, but am available for babysitting. I have an extensive career in caring for children. I have my degree in psychology with a minor in management. My psychology degree focused heavily on child psych and advanced child adolescence. I have been a nanny for a family of 4 for the past 8 years. Age...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been working with children in a variety of settings. I started in high school at a daycare as float working with multiple ages. After high school I spent 3 summers as a camp counselor and then moved onto some before/after school nannying positions. I have also been the primary teacher in an infant room in the past...
Aubrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have worked with Aubrey for 3 years at two different jobs, she is amazing with kids and very creative. Aubrey is able to multi-task without getting stressed and maintain her upbeat personality with the parents and children. If I am unable to attend a babysitting...
Ashley G.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work at the Veterans Benefits Administration as a Veteran Service Representative. I have two years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family that has moved out of state. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Special Education and an AS in Human Services.
I am trustworthy and...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hi! I am a 18-year-old, studying nutrition and exercise science at the University of Missouri. This summer, I would love to nanny for a family in need! I am great with kids, boys and girls of all age ranges. I can cook, clean, drive, and entertain. My previous work experience as a lifeguard has given me practice in handling...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I was also a special Ed associate for a year. I have been a...
Carter can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Through out highschool I had taken care of children through church nursery programs (ages 6months-3 1/2years old) to being a camp counselor for children (ages 6-13 years old).
I also have experience babysitting for a few families through out highschool and as an adult I have had less time with care taking children but did take...
Adia can also help with: Carpooling
Jo O.
Urbandale, IA
$20-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am seeking a part-time summer nanny position. (I would consider full time nanny position year round for the right family).
Currently, I am a Special Ed Associate at an elementary school with summers off. I have a Bachelors degree with many years of experience working with children of all ages.
I have 3 kids of my own who are...
Jo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Cinestie, pronounced SIN-iss-tee. I am originally from the Midwest! I was the infant (0-2yrs) teacher at my local daycare for three years and then a lifeguard for another three years. I was also a full-time nanny for a 1. 5-year-old for several months. With my 7 years of childcare experience, I am...
Cinestie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Abby and I am an Iowa Native. I have been around children my whole life . I have nannied for several years and also babysat for numerous families. My experience ranges for all age groups. I find joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love incorporating outside playtime, music, crafts and so much more....
Abigal can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Holly L.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently moved to the Des Moines area. I have a lot of experience with different age groups through babysitting for my family and friends and by volunteering and working as a Camp Counselor and Life Guard at a Girl Scout summer camp for 4+ years. I currently nanny part-time for my two nieces (aged 2 and 4) and I am very...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Heather N.
Urbandale, IA
$14-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love providing a safe learning environment for children, to build their skills in every area. Including encouraging and meeting their physical, social and emotional development needs.
I completely enjoy being a part of each child's life in a positive way while also having their health, safety and comfort needs are being met.
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexandra C.
Urbandale, IA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alexandra, or Lexie for short! I absolutely love working with children, and have been doing so since I was 16. I have over 3 years of experience working at an elementary before and after school program. Through this job I worked with all kinds of children, including those with special needs. I also have over 6 months of...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexi was polite, professional, and my kids liked her quite a bit."
Robert M.
I have a solid background in childcare, spanning various roles from babysitting and after-school programs to supporting children with special needs. I have great experience in daycares, taking care of infants. I have also been working at the Waukee preschool as a special education associate during the school year for 3+ years....
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Grace M.
Urbandale, IA
$19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a nanny with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from the joy I get in fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow.
I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I have a knack for...
My name's Gracie, but I go by Ace. I'm a 24 y/o, artist & server - local to Des Moines! I started babysitting (on the books:) when I was 14 & since then I have become a nanny, a teacher, a counselor, a coach, & a Respite Care Provider for kids with Special Needs. All that to say - whatever the scenario it is that you need help...
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christina G.
Urbandale, IA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently saving up money to go to The University of Iowa, to get my teaching degree in English Education so that I can hopefully one day be a middle school English teacher and volleyball coach! I am a very active, positive, and patient person and I have a lot of experience taking care of children anywhere from 3 months and...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you need a date night or weekend sitter I would love to help out!
I've been a nanny for 3 years now and babysat all through high school as well, I have worked with as young as 2 months old!
Working with children is a passion of mine and would love to help out as much as I can!
Miah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care."
Alison D.
Melanie B.
Johnston, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and energetic childcare provider. I enjoy reading, cooking, arts and crafts, playing games and being outdoors. I have been a nanny since April of 2018. I was responsible for drop off and pick up from school, preparing meals, taking children on outings (park, zoo, swimming, science center etc.) teaching both life...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie is an excellent nanny- perfect combination of reliability, knowledge, creativity, organizational skills, flexibility and care! She has been with our family for close to 2 years now (8yr old and almost 3 yr old). She has been BEYOND ANYTHING we could have...
Sriram L.
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Urbandale, IA
Aubrey M.
5.0
Aubrey recently babysat for our 4yr old son and she was wonderful. First she replied quickly to my message and did not leave me hanging. She was on time and the amount of time she could stay was flexible even on a school night. When we returned home everything was as we left it....not even a dish in...
- Kristin R.
Alexandra C.
5.0
Lexie was punctual and our kids really liked her.
- Tori B.
Miah W.
5.0
Miah is so sweet with our kids and caring with our baby. From our first conversation she has been a great communicator and gives updates while we are away. Felt completely comfortable having our children in her care.
- Alison D.
Melanie B.
5.0
Melanie is an excellent nanny- perfect combination of reliability, knowledge, creativity, organizational skills, flexibility and care! She has been with our family for close to 2 years now (8yr old and almost 3 yr old). She has been BEYOND ANYTHING we could have asked for our kids! Melanie has...
- Sriram L.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Urbandale, IA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Urbandale, IA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Urbandale, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.56 per hour as of March, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Urbandale, IA?
There are 18 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Urbandale, IA on Care.com. You can also read 4 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Urbandale, IA?
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Urbandale, IA. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.