Finding a caregiver for your kids can make life so much easier. But finding one that’s reliable, trustworthy, and well-experienced can be stressful and sometimes downright impossible. Luckily Metro Detroit has fantastic resources, access to local agencies, and support groups to help families find the perfect match. Whether you’re looking for a part-time nanny, a live-in Au Pair, or just need a babysitter for an upcoming date night, these local resources will help get the ball rolling.
BABYSITTING SERVICES
Ask Around
Often times friends, family members, and neighbors can be your most trusted and reliable resource for finding an excellent babysitter. Ask around, and you may be surprised how easy it is to find someone your family loves.
Post on Local Community Pages
Free inquires can be posted on your neighborhood’s Nextdoor page or a local community Facebook Moms Group. I’ve personally found this to be tremendously helpful and have found top-notch, highly recommended caregivers using this method.
NANNY SERVICES
Golden Touch Baby Concierge
Golden Touch Baby Concierge is a local Nanny Search provider, assisting families in the Oakland County, Metro Detroit area. The company is run by local Moms who are passionate about helping parents navigate through the overwhelming process of parenthood.
Contact Information: (248) 952-8320 or [email protected]
Top Notch Child Care Concierge
Top Notch Child Care Concierge was born out of a desire to ensure that parents in the Metro Detroit area can find the best babysitter or nanny for their family needs. Juggling life and a career is a challenge in and of itself. Finding someone to help – that should be easier. That’s where Top Notch Child Care Concierge comes in.
Contact Information: (248) 974-7746 or [email protected]
Perfect Nanny Match
Southeast Michigan’s premier nanny agency that delivers customized interviews, in-person visits, post-match follow-up, competitive prices, and a 30-60 day caregiver guarantee.
Perfect Nanny Match is a safer, quicker, and more effective way to hire professional care!
Contact Information: (248) 227-0016
AU PAIR SERVICES
If you’re looking for something different. Au Pairs can offer not just childcare but a life experience. Find a live-in nanny from anywhere in the world.
POSTPARTUM DOULA SERVICES
The After Baby Lady
The After Baby Lady offers postpartum doula support for parents with new babies in Metro Detroit. Are you hoping to have a professional take care of you, and encourage you to parent in a way that works best for your family? Get more sleep with either day help or night help? Enjoy empowering, knowledgeable breastfeeding support and education (including pumping!)? Learn strategies for bottle-feeding success? Have someone else take care of some laundry, tidying, and organization?
Contact Information: (586) 604-1446 or [email protected]
If you need information about which type of child care is the best fit for your family, check out this great resource from Fatherly.
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ABOUT ASHLEY HUBBARD-PORTER
Ashley Porter is a Chicago native who now calls Birmingham home. Ashley and her husband Mike and son Jake love attending local festivals, exploring Detroit’s diverse food scene, and venturing outside of Metro Detroit to enjoy the natural beauty of Michigan. With a background in Early Childhood Education, Ashley loves connecting with and supporting families in her community, which is why she is so excited to be a part of LittleGuide Detroit.
