Where to Find Babysitters in Fargo & Moorhead

Finding Babysitters in Fargo

Finding a babysitter who is trustworthy and reliable can be difficult. The thought of leaving with your kids with a near stranger can also cause some anxiety.

I personally had a very tough time leaving my girls with anyone until after the age of one. As my girls have gotten old enough to tell me what happens when I’m away, it makes me feel so much better about leaving them with babysitters.

Having a go-to babysitter is great and can give you the time you need for self-care time, or for a date night with your partner.

These are the best resources that I have found for dependable, reliable, repeat babysitters.

1. Family

This is an obvious first choice. Especially when your kids are little, it is easier to trust your kids with people you know. Hopefully with family you can get a break from the cost of babysitters as well.

2. Friends

Again, it is more comforting using people you know to watch your kids. However, it can be tricky to ask friends repeatability.

One tip — take turns watching each other’s kids. If you have friends with kids, offering a trade might be helpful. Bonus, both parties could have a date night more often. And double bonus, the kids get a playdate and can mostly entertain themselves. Plus, you don’t have to pay for a babysitter if you’re trading services.

3. Referrals

We have used this one more as our girls have gotten older. We have friends and neighbors who have recommended their sitter, or know someone whose kids babysit.

I always feel better when we have some connection to the babysitter. Lately, our repeat babysitters tend to be high schoolers who my sister or friends have also used.

4. Facebook Groups

There are several Facebook groups for childcare. Babysitters will often post in these groups when they are looking to babysit part-time or be available for parent date nights. We have had great success finding babysitters on Fargo-Moorhead Daycares, Nannies, and Babysitters. Other groups include Fargo Moorhead Area Babysitters, Daycares, Nannies, Caregivers, and F-M Daycares & Babysitters. 

We tend to find college students looking to make some extra money in the evenings and weekends. They also have friends or roommates who like to babysit, so it helps to add to our list of babysitters. One tip when looking into this option is to see if another parent comments on their post recommending them – this is always helpful!

Our experience has been really positive finding repeat sitters, and even a summer nanny via Facebook groups. Just make sure to interview the sitters before hand, and take any other measures you need to feel comfortable having them in your home.

5. Care.com

I personally have not had very good experiences with Care.com. However, one nice feature is they run background checks and drug tests in their paid option. Care.com can be a good choice for families looking for full-time nannies or long-term child care. It seems like most of the parents who submitted good reviews had been looking for full-time work.

Finding babysitters who you trust to care for your kids can be stressful. I hope that this list is helpful. And at the very least, gets you thinking about other options and sources for care.

Is there anything you would add to this list? Let us know in the comments below!