Children

Babysitting and Childminding You Can Feel Good About.
Local help from people you already know.

Children - Childminding, Babysitting, Playdates

Finding someone to look after your child doesn’t need to be stressful or expensive. Mind For Me makes it simple to arrange childminding with people you already know — your trusted friends, family, and neighbours.

Because when support stays local, care feels personal.

Why Choose Mind For Me for Babysitting and Childminding?

Mind For Me helps parents and carers find flexible, reliable support close to home. Whether you need an hour to run errands, a few hours to work from home, or an evening to recharge, your network can step in to help.

  • Trust matters. You choose who’s in your network — no strangers, no ads.

  • Flexible and easy. Request care when you need it, and accept help when you can.

  • Safe and transparent. Profiles, activity records, and messaging help keep everyone accountable.

  • Community-minded. Strengthen bonds with people around you through real, everyday support.

How It Works

  1. Create a childminding request.
    Choose which children and add date, time, and any details or preferences.

  2. Invite your trusted circle.
    Send your request to friends, family, or neighbours already connected to you on Mind For Me.

  3. Review offers and confirm.
    Choose the best fit, confirm the plan, and stay in touch through secure messaging.

  4. Get the Help and Spend Care Coins.
    Benefit from a helping hand when you need it, without the cost and only using the Care Coins you’ve earned.

  5. Rate and Review.
    Add a rating and review for the help you’ve received.

Safety First

Your child’s safety is always the priority.

  • Verified members. Every member connects through trusted relationships.

  • Private by design. Personal information is never public.

  • Clear boundaries. Choose who can see and respond to your requests.

  • Feedback and transparency. Ratings and reviews help maintain accountability and trust.

Mind For Me encourages open communication, setting expectations clearly, and using the built-in safety checklist before every childminding arrangement.

The Value of Community Care

Childminding on Mind For Me isn’t just about convenience — it’s about connection.
Parents, grandparents, and neighbours all benefit when care becomes a shared community value.

“I used to struggle finding someone I trusted to watch my daughter. Now, my neighbour and I take turns — and it’s changed everything.”
Rebecca, Brisbane, QLD

By helping one another, families build stronger, more supportive communities — one small favour at a time.

Tips for a Great Childminding Experience

  • Meet beforehand so everyone feels comfortable.

  • Discuss allergies, routines, and emergency contacts. Include these in your profile!

  • Confirm start and finish times clearly.

  • Always check that your network settings only include people you trust.

Start Today

Ready to make childminding simple, safe, and community-powered?
Join Mind For Me and post your first request today.