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Last-minute care from babysitters near Des Moines
Alexandra F.
- 2 years paid experience
- 6 miles
Hello! I am a student at the University of Iowa, home in Des Moines for the summer. I have past experience babysitt...
Paula H.
- 1 year paid experience
- 5 miles
I raised my son and 2 daughters. I’m semi retired and have 7 grandchildren and a great granddaughter. My two grands...
Bethany S.
- 3 years paid experience
- 6 miles
Hi there, my name is Bethany! I'm a nurturing and energetic 24 year old who lives in the West Des Moines Area. I fe...
Thone G.
- 1 year paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi, my name is Thone! (Pronounced like Toni). I really enjoy getting to know other people. I’m a middle school teac...
Rachel G.
- 20 years paid experience
- 14 miles
I have worked with various ages of children for over 15 years. I love to interact with children and watch them lear...
Kay H.
- 5 years paid experience
- 11 miles
I have raise my family and I am now a grandma to three children 7, 11 and 13. my husband and I moved here to be cl...
Harley Q.
- 1 year paid experience
- 4 miles
Hi! My name is Harley and I am currently a senior at Johnston High School. Since October 2025, I have been working ...
Erin I.
- 30 years paid experience
- 11 miles
I have spent my entire life working with children as a teacher, a substitute teacher, a professional nanny, and a C...
Trinity B.
- 7 years paid experience
- 2 miles
Hi! I’m a 3rd-year Occupational Therapy (OT) student getting my doctorates at Drake University. I’ve been babysitti...
Jennifer H.
- 25 years paid experience
- 7 miles
I am a nurse practitioner working in pediatrics. I have been a provider for the last 20 years. I would love to help...
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