"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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17 available last-minute babysitters in Cold Spring, NY
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3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.81/hr
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Charity
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
5 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Cold Spring, NY
Hi my name is Charity but I go by Ms Harmony. I have over 20 years of experience working with young children. I was an infant and toddler preschool teacher for 15 years and a professional Super Nanny for 10years. I majored in Early Childhood Education and Child Development and became a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Peer Breastfeeding Support Counselor and a Professionally Certified Parenting Coach. Caring for young children and supporting parents is my passion and it brings so much joy into my life. I have a very special gift for comforting and connecting with newborns, infants and toddlers. I am very patient and can handle a crying, frustrated or difficult baby with the ability to respond to their needs in an affectionate and nurturing way. Keeping children safe is so important to me that I became a certified instructor through the American Red Cross to use and teach Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED and First Aid to new parents and caregivers. Please feel free to contact me if you think we would be a good match. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Warm Regards, Ms Harmony
“Charity was very professional and kind. ”
Moneca
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 51 repeat families
95 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 147 families in Cold Spring, NY
Hi! I'm Moni. I work in a flexible freelance role, and occasionally babysit and help with organizing spaces on the side when I'm free. I've always had a nuturing side from a young age from helping out my family with their kiddos and for many pets. I'm comfortable around all creatures- including farm animals and reptiles:) I have plenty experience caring for newborns to teens, and always encourage exploring their creativity, learning abilities, and talents in whatever it may be. I was a jazz/tap dancer at a younger age so I love dance. Plus hiking and cycling, DIY, gardening, music, cooking, theatre, painting, and organizing spaces. In my free time I volunteer at different organizations for youth and animals, and go to as many museums and road trips as I can. Note: I’m open to lower hourly/flat rate for pet/animal care, and able to help walk/feed/do check-ins/companion time for pets.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Cold Spring, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.81
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.06
- Typical job length: 2.5 hours
- Most requested times: Afternoon
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 17 reviews in Cold Spring, NY
"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 Cold Spring?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Cold Spring?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Cold Spring is $23.81 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Cold Spring.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Cold Spring?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Cold Spring 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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