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148 experienced infant babysitters in Merrifield, VA

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Madison
Booked by 1 repeat family
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Merrifield, VA

Hi! I’m Madison, a graduate student at George Washington University and employee at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. I have been doing childcare since middle school, including babysitting for families with over 6 kids, infants, church programs, and more! I would love to help out in any way possible, and I’m super flexible in activities and can transport kids, clean, or just entertain and watch kids! I also have experience pet sitting dogs, cats, chickens, and fish!

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Erica
Booked by 4 repeat families
12 reviews
$16 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 families in Merrifield, VA

My name is Erica. I am 27 years old! I have been babysitting for the past 10 years. I work in Public Affairs and I'm a graduate of the University of Maryland College Park. A little bit of my history, I was a Girl Scout troop leader for middle school aged girls for about a year. I have extensive experience babysitting for neighbors, family friends as well as a family in Silver Spring for occasional date nights. In college, I babysat as part of a carpool for two families in D.C as well as for occassional date nights! I am a non-smoker as well as have a clean driving record. I am comfortable with dogs, I grew up with a boxer. I'm fully vaccinated.

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Maria 3 reviews
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Merrifield, VA

Hello families! I am a new user of UrbanSitter so allow me introduce myself: My name is Maria, I am from Colombia, and I am studying biology on a pre-medical track! I have been in childcare since the age of 14 when I would help out at a family member’s daycare during the summer. Since then, I have worked with various families with children of all ages and needs as well as having been a camp counselor for 6th grade girls! I am a native Spanish speaker, love arts & crafts, going to the park, and cooking. I am also an EMT and CPR certified at the BLS level.

“Maria was great. She arrived on-time, played with the kids (3 of them), helped with their bedtime routine and as an added bonus cleaned the kitchen. I highly recommend Maria for your babysitting needs. ”

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Caroline
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Merrifield, VA

Hello! My name is Caroline, I’m a 25 year old communications strategist, and I’d love to be your babysitter! Growing up as the oldest sister, I’ve been taking care of my younger siblings and cousins since middle school. I’ve babysat for numerous families over the years with kids ages 2 and up. I can also cook, clean, and help with homework. I love dogs and would be happy to walk your furbaby too! Please message if interested. Thank you!

“Caroline is GREAT, we can’t wait to have her back. Very flexible, responsible, reliable, kind, caring and fun. Thanks, Caroline! ”

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Viviana 2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Merrifield, VA

Hello dear family! My name is Viviana, I am 27 years old and I am from Colombia. I am an experienced nanny with over 10 years of experience with children of all ages (from infants to teenagers). I am a responsible, creative, honest and communicative person, I love doing crafts, painting, dancing, swimming and doing things outside, also I like to do different activities depending on the kids' ages and the weather. I am pet-friendly (especially dogs) I have swimming certification by the Colombian red cross, CPR and first Aid as well. I have been driving in the USA since 2018 and I have my own transportation. Fully vaccinated. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your little ones. Looking forward to hear from you.

“Looked after my 2yo daughter last minute. My daughter was happy to play with her!”

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"Savannah was very sweet playing with our infant. He was very happy taking a bottle from her, going on a walk, and reading a book."

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"Leanna was very sweet and good with our daughter. She played with her, changed her diaper, fed her and all the good things that a newborn needs."

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"Was our first time leaving our newborn with a sitter. Emily's calm demeanor put us at ease when we left, and she was great about sending us updates."

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Frequently asked questions about infant babysitters in Merrifield

Are infant babysitters available in Merrifield?

Yes. Browse infant babysitter profiles on UrbanSitter in Merrifield, VA. New sitters with infant experience join regularly.

How much does an infant babysitter cost in Merrifield?

Infant babysitting rates in Merrifield vary by experience and time of day. See current average rates by city.

What should I ask an infant babysitter before hiring?

Most parents ask about experience with babies under 12 months, feeding and napping routines, CPR certification, and how the sitter handles fussiness. See our babysitter interview questions guide.

Can I find a last-minute infant babysitter in Merrifield?

Yes. If you need care soon, share your timing and care needs so available sitters can respond. Then review profiles, infant experience, and parent reviews before booking.

Are infant babysitters in Merrifield background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter, including those in Merrifield, completes an annual background check, and every profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. See what's included in the background check.

How do I know if a babysitter is good with infants?

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