Childcare That Feels Like Family
Connecting Santa Cruz families with hand-selected, caring nannies since 2023
Hi, I’m Allie 👋
Our Mission
At Santa Cruz Nannies, our goal is to keep your child happy, safe, and comfortable in moments when you cannot be there.
We want to support the family unit as a whole. It's not just about the baby, it's about helping you be the best you can be.
We believe in rental support, whether it's chores, errands, or just helping you feel at ease at the end of your day.
We understand that life is hard, and adding children into that equation is a nonstop journey.
We truly believe the right kind of help can make this path as easy as possible. Hopefully, we can help lighten the tough moments.
Thank you for considering us ❤️
A More Personal Approach
10 Years of Experience
After a decade in childcare, I've seen firsthand how impersonal the big platforms can be. That's why I started Santa Cruz Nannies—to offer something truly different.
Personally Vetted
I personally know every single nanny in our network. I've watched them work, I know their hearts, and I hand-select the perfect match for your family.
This isn't about browsing profiles online—it's about real connections, in-person meetings, and finding someone who truly fits.
We're a community, not a database.
And I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
What Families Say
Real experiences from Santa Cruz families we've had the joy of serving
Annie
"Allie was an essential player on my Mama support team for almost two years. Because my partner and I are both working parents and do not have family nearby, we were so blessed to find Allie. She is incredibly reliable and trustworthy and took impeccable care of my child, so that I could work and take care of myself. Often our only support person, we knew that we could rely on Allie to show up for our baby / toddler and provide a fun and loving experience, complete with naps, meals, potty training, bedtime routines, and whatever our daughter needed as she grew. Also as the default parent, I felt so held and supported by Allie's presence and attunement to what I needed as a mother and the one holding the parenting / mental load on my own a lot of the time. I trust her completely and she is like family to us now. My daughter loves her and lights up anytime she sees Allie coming!"
Molly
"Allie is everything you'd want in a sitter and more. She is always on time, replies promptly to texts, shows up with a smile, and immediately feels like part of the family. Our girls are always so excited when Miss Allie's coming over. In fact, they'd like us to do more date nights! Allie has the perfect combination of warm, fun-energy and a calm, in-control attitude that garners instant respect and admiration from the kiddos. My husband and I trust her judgement in any situation and it just feels so good to walk out the door knowing our girls will be safe and have a great time. She also tidies up around the house when time allows which we so appreciate. Allie is a hard worker and such a kind, generous soul. She's a joy to be around and we feel so lucky to have found her."
Caitlan
"Allie is absolutely amazing! She is kind, caring, safe, attentive, present, reliable, and adaptable. She always creates a fun environment for our daughter with a combination of outdoor and indoor creative activities. It's evident that she truly cares about the well-being of the children she works with, and is passionate about supporting family units as a whole. We are beyond happy and thankful that she is part of our lives!"
Ready to experience this level of care?
Our Services
Full-Time Care
Consistent, reliable care for your daily routine
Part-Time Care
Flexible scheduling for your busy life
Date Night
Enjoy your evening knowing your kids are in good hands
Holiday Care
Special rates for holidays (1.5x with overtime)
Live-In Care
Full-time live-in support for your family
Starting at $25/hour
A livable wage for our Santa Cruz community
How It Works
Fill Out Questionnaire
Tell me about your family and what you need
I'll Give You a Call
We'll chat about your needs and schedule a meeting
Meet Your Match
Meet me and a hand-selected nanny in person
Trial & Start
Try a trial day or week, then sign and get started!
Activity Ideas
Fun things to do with your kids around Santa Cruz!
- Visit the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for rides and games
- Explore tide pools at Natural Bridges State Beach
- Have a picnic at DeLaveaga Park
- Visit the Seymour Marine Discovery Center
- Take a nature walk through Henry Cowell Redwoods
- Build sandcastles at Cowell Beach
- Feed the ducks at Neary Lagoon
- Visit the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
- Have a scavenger hunt at Pogonip Open Space
- Make art with beach treasures collected together
Let's Connect
Ready to find your perfect nanny match? Give me a call or send an email!