At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked infant babysitters and hire the best fit for your family.

Care Member says "Michelle watched my three month old for a few hours and did a great job with him! She is professional, kind and clearly experienced with children. "
Caroline L. says "Kalli cared for both of my sons at different points this past summer and she was excellent with both the 9 month old and the 3.5 year old. She was...
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162,459 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.7
While all states have varying laws surrounding how old a babysitter needs to be, all Care.com infant babysitters are 18 years of age or older. You can trust your gut when it comes to age, but hiring someone with more experience can be helpful when you have an infant.
Many families and sitters find it helpful if the family creates detailed instructions for how to care for their infant, such as what their diet is, what their nap schedule looks like, and if they have any allergies or other concerns the infant babysitter should be aware of.
The roles an infant babysitter takes on can vary, aside from caring for the child and keeping them safe. Some infant babysitters may help with light household tasks like laundry and meal prep, others may help run errands or travel with the family so they have an extra set of hands available during a vacation.
All infant babysitters on Care.com are background checked annually—this background check is called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own due diligence before hiring an infant babysitter. You can interview candidates, check references, and run your own background check.