"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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18 available last-minute babysitters in Ladera Ranch, CA
Families in Ladera Ranch use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
16 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.87/hr
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Elizabeth $20 per hour for 1 child
I truly enjoy the energy and joy that comes from being around young people. I am local to the Orange County and would love to discuss how my experience as a parent and grandparent can provide your family with reliable and dependable care.
Shelly $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi there! I’m a proud mother of two grown daughters and a loving grandmother to four wonderful grandchildren, ages 8 months to 5 years. Caring for little ones has always been a big part of my life — I regularly babysit my grand kids in the evenings and handle everything from story time to bedtime with ease and patience. I truly enjoy creating a calm, safe, and nurturing environment where children feel happy and secure. With years of hands-on experience caring for infants and toddlers, I understand the importance of routines, gentle guidance, and dependable care. Whether it’s dinner, playtime, or bedtime, I’m comfortable managing multiple children and keeping things running smoothly. If you’re looking for someone reliable, caring, and family-oriented to look after your little ones as if they were my own, I’d love to help.
Sherlyn $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Sherlyn and i’m currently in my third year at Saddleback College. I am offering only childcare. I really like working with kids because I grew up with lots of cousins and come from a big family. Responsibilities I have had would be driving to/from school, crafts, and gymnastics classes where I worked at a gymnasium for 1 1/2 years with kids of ages 3-13 years.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Ladera Ranch, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.87
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.33
- Typical job length: 5.4 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 843 reviews in Ladera Ranch, CA
"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Ladera Ranch?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Ladera Ranch?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Ladera Ranch is $24.87 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Ladera Ranch.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Ladera Ranch?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Ladera Ranch can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.
Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.
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