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Care Member says "Krystal was our nanny for six months from the time our daughter was 6 months - 1 year old. The only reason she stopped working with us was because she...
Hashima D. says "When I began looking for childcare, I wanted to find someone with an education background in child development because my daughter was born a preemie and...
Care Member says "Hailey watched our 22 month old son for an afternoon. As a newish parent I was super nervous about finding last min care through care.com, but Hailey's...
Care Member says "Noemi has been a great nanny. I liked that she's super attentive to my 1 year old and was able to engage him in ways others couldn't. She made him laugh...
Laura C. says "Ms. Eve is caring, consistent, dependable. She kept great logs during babysitting hours. She is a kind and thoughtful person."
Megan M. says "Betty is great. She is consistently on time, great with the kids, and very flexible. She is highly recommended."
Jillian A. says "Emma was so great with our twin boys. She watched them for over 2 years from the ages of 2.5yrs to 4.5 yrs old. The boys thought of her as a friend vs....
Jennifer F. says "Bri was fabulous! She worked for us for a year. My girls adore her. She is reliable and patient and kind. Super easy to work with. Would hire her again...
Karolina W. says "Julie is warm and kind and my kids adore her. She has a way with kids where she relates to them and makes them feel cared for. You can tell she loves...
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Abhishek A. says "Carmen helped us on a number of occasions for date night. Although our son was mostly sleeping during Carmen's stay, but she was always punctual, very...
Ashlee K. says "We hired Brehyn to help with our 4 month old for a couple weeks. She was so sweet with our daughter played and kept her engaged the whole day. We will...
Kristin C. says "Cheyanne has provided more for our family than I could have ever even hoped for. She's everything a parent looks for in a nanny: dependable, flexible,...
Iram S. says "We tried to interview Kathleen after messaging. We gave two choices on times on a specific date and she picked one that was suitable for her. We called and...
Care Member says "Ana arrived on time to care for my 1 year-old during our normal weekday workday. We work from home and needed someone to watch our son so we were in the...
Care Member says "Lezli is so caring and kind. She has taken care of our two kids for the past several years and they love her so much. She’s patient and loving and we...
Bahar K. says "She is a trustworthy, good with kids, and reliable! When ever I need a babysitter my kids ask for her. "
Joe M. says "Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was...
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The average post rate is $29.00/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated night nannies is 5.0
Night Nannies in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed night nannies
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The cost of hiring a night nanny in Alameda, CA typically depends on experience level, certifications, the number of overnight hours needed, and any additional responsibilities required. As of December 2025, families in this area pay an average of $29.00 per hour for overnight support. In addition to wages, you may also consider costs associated with benefits, overtime, or extended shifts. To estimate total childcare expenses for your household, you can use the Care.com cost calculator to explore general childcare cost estimates in Alameda or nearby areas.
Deciding between a night nanny or a night nurse in Alameda, CA depends on the level of support your newborn and family need. A night nanny typically helps with overnight care such as feeding support, diaper changes, soothing, and establishing early sleep routines. A night nurse, who often has clinical training, may be better suited for babies with medical considerations, premature infants, or families needing monitoring and specialized newborn care. Understanding the differences between these roles can help you choose the best fit for your situation, and many parents start by learning more about night nannies and night nurses before deciding.
Night nannies in Alameda, CA typically support families during overnight hours by managing feedings, diaper changes, soothing infants back to sleep, and tracking nighttime patterns. Many also help with sleep conditioning, offer guidance to new parents, and support multiples or babies with reflux or colic. Profiles on Care.com outline each nanny’s experience, certifications, and approach to newborn care so you can find someone aligned with your routine and preferences.
You can browse 6 night nannies in Alameda, CA by filtering for availability, experience with newborns, overnight care, or specialized training such as infant CPR. Reading reviews from other families and messaging candidates about your baby’s routine can help you shortlist the best options. Many parents schedule an introductory call or trial night to confirm fit before beginning ongoing care.
When interviewing a night nanny, consider asking about their experience with newborns, comfort with feeding methods, approach to soothing and sleep routines, and how they handle situations such as colic, reflux, or multiple wake-ups. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences and what updates you’ll receive overnight. A detailed list of helpful topics is included in our guide to night nanny interview questions.
Many families hire night nannies to get longer stretches of sleep, support newborn feeding schedules, and reduce stress during the early months. A night nanny can help stabilize routines, offer guidance to new parents, and provide reassurance for babies with special sleep or feeding needs. For more insight, you can read about the benefits of hiring a night nanny and how overnight care can support your family.