How it works
Babysits brings parents and babysitters together, making childcare simple, safe, and accessible for everyone.
It's as easy as:
Create a profile
Share what your family needs or tell us about your babysitting experience to start connecting.
💙 For full access to Babysits, verify your identity. This keeps our community safe and trustworthy.
Search, connect & chat
Babysitters can always send messages for free. Families can reply for free, or get Premium for unlimited messaging.
Agree & Meet
Found a great match? Meet in a public place before your first appointment. Confirm the time, place, and expectations. Then meet in person.
You have control, we're here to support
We're not an agency, we're a community
Babysits provides the tools and safety measures, so you can focus on what matters, finding the right sitter or family with confidence. ✨
You know what's best for your family or job. The choice and employment decisions are always yours. You're responsible for local labor regulations, taxes, and insurance.
Count on us - when you need
We're always here to help! Have any questions or concerns? Just let our support team know - that's what we're here for 💙
Popular questions
Yes, Babysits is a trusted platform used by millions of families and childcare providers worldwide. We offer several features to support safety and reliability, such as mandatory ID verification, constant monitoring of messages, reviews, references and background checks. Our goal is to make finding childcare safe, reliable and transparent. With an average Google rating of 4.7/5 and app store reviews at 4.4/5, our users consistently share positive experiences and trust Babysits to connect them with reliable childcare.
Babysits offers more safety features and user benefits than many other platforms. Like mandatory identity verification, automated profile verifications, constantly monitored messaging, reviews, references and transparent pricing. Basic features are free for all members, including answering messages for free! Babysitters may also upload documents such as a background check or first aid certificate. In addition, Babysits is available internationally, has a mobile app and provides great customer service.
To find childcare providers on Babysits, such as babysitters, simply enter your location in the search bar. Use the filters and browse through the profiles to discover babysitters in your area.
Great to hear you’d like to start working as a babysitter! Getting started is simple. Sign up for free and create an account on Babysits. If you’ve babysat before, be sure to ask families to write you references. Once your profile is complete, search for families in your area and click the "Contact"-button on their profile to reach out. Let them know you're interested, and the rest will follow!
You arrange payment directly with the family. Most babysitters receive cash after the job or set up a bank transfer. Before you start, discuss your hourly rate, preferred payment method, and when payment will happen. Having this conversation upfront helps avoid confusion and keeps things professional.
Members are responsible for screening, interviewing, and making their own decisions when connecting with others.
Verifications do not serve as endorsements, cannot guarantee someone’s identity, and do not guarantee that interactions will be completely safe.