
"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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Greetings, I am 64 and retired early. Non smoker / non vaper. Because I am new, I am willing to meet outside first. I own a small SUV fully insured. Same address since May 1999. CPR certified June 2026 AHA / NERT I have been live scanned by the police department numerous times, most recently last September for my volunteer duties, including SFPD. Super early bird. Open to all hours if given a days notice. Can be same day flexible if no other commitments have been made. Pet friendly, fostered for over 8 years. I have two shedding cats in the event someone is allergic. Thank you kindly.
Hello, I'm Olivia! I work in healthcare and love working with families. I'm reliable and I have firm boundaries. I'm curious and one hundred percent engaged. Happy to help with homework, run errands, cook, do chores and of course spend time with your kids. I want to support in any way that I can because being a parent is hard. I'm available after 5pm on weekdays. I like some flexibility on weekends will room for accommodation.
I’m a warm, reliable, and organized caregiver with hands-on experience caring for young children. As a parent of a preschool-aged child, I’m very familiar with preschool routines, school pick-up and drop-off, meals and snacks, bath and bedtime routines, reading, crafts, imaginative play, outdoor activities, and helping children navigate transitions and big feelings with patience. I am also good at organizing safe, easy-to-use, and clean environments for families. In addition to caring for my own child, I’ve also looked after toddlers and young children for family members and friends on various occasions. I enjoy creating a calm, positive environment where children feel comfortable, can play, and can follow familiar routines. I hold a B.A. in Comparative Culture from Sophia University in Tokyo, where I studied in an internationally focused academic environment. I’ve also had exposure to early childhood education through helping my aunt, who runs a Montessori preschool. That experience helped me appreciate child-led learning, independence, creativity, and the importance of creating a supportive environment for young children. Professionally, I have worked in education, which has strengthened my communication, organization, and sense of responsibility. I’m currently studying in a part-time online graduate school program, which gives me flexibility for occasional babysitting. I speak both English and Japanese and would be happy to incorporate Japanese books, songs, language, or cultural activities for any family interested. I love learning about foreign cultures and have learned beginner Spanish, French, German, and Mandarin. I also lived in Singapore for 7 years before and familiar with different countries’ culture in APAC. I’m also experienced and comfortable caring for pets, including dog-sitting and cat-sitting for family and friends. I’m especially interested in occasional babysitting, date nights, weekends, and backup care. I have a car with a child seat so that I can help with drop-offs and pick-ups as well.
“Emiko was really engaging with Lucy! They went to the park, played games, and generally just had fun. Lucy even ate her veggies! We highly recommend Emiko. ”
Hi! My name is Melissa and I’m a full-time healthcare professional working in San Francisco. I offer evening and weekend babysitting for families who need reliable care for date nights or occasional help. I have several years of babysitting experience and truly enjoy spending time with kids. I’m comfortable helping with dinner, playtime, reading, and bedtime routines, and I always aim to create a calm, safe, and fun environment while parents are away. Families describe me as responsible, patient, and dependable. I understand how important it is for parents to feel confident leaving their children with someone they trust, and I always strive to make evenings smooth and stress-free for everyone. I’m based in Mission Bay and happy to help families in nearby neighborhoods such as Dogpatch, Potrero Hill, SoMa, and surrounding areas. I’m also comfortable with pets and light tidying after activities. Looking forward to helping families enjoy a worry-free night out!
“She is simply the best! My toddler daughter loved every second she spent with Melissa!”
~ Former AU PAIR ~ Hi families! I’m Kacper, 27, originally from Poland. I live in Noe Valley. I’m currently working on my Associate degree in Psychology before transferring to Bachelor in Cognitive Science. Experience: I’ve babysat in Poland, worked as an au pair for twin 4-year-old girls during my first year, and two boys (6 and 9 years old) on second year. I’m easygoing, reliable, and I create a safe and fun environment while also respecting your parenting style. I have a car and I’m okay with driving your kids. I’m happy to share more references from families I’ve worked with on the Bambino app. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions 🙂
“Punctual, friendly and great communication! Thank you Kacper! ”

As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 29,963 reviews in San Francisco, CA

"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

"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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