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How much does a Nanny cost in Australia?

Finding a Nanny can be challenging, especially when you're unsure about the appropriate pay rate. You may be wondering where to start and asking yourself 'How much does a Nanny cost?"…

Babysitting Jobs near me: Find flexible, local work with Kiddo

The demand for flexible, local babysitting work is booming. Whether you're a student, a mum looking to earn extra cash, or a professional carer, the phrase “babysitting jobs near me” is trending across Google search.…

How much does a Nanny cost in Australia?

Finding a Nanny can be challenging, especially when you're unsure about the appropriate pay rate. You may be wondering where to start and asking yourself 'How much does a Nanny cost?"…

How Kiddo Empowers Families with NDIS Children Support

For families with children and on the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme), finding reliable support can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task. At Kiddo, we understand the unique challenges families face, and we’re here to make life a little easier.…

Babysitter Jobs: Earn Extra Money with Kiddo

Are you looking to earn extra money while doing something meaningful? Babysitting jobs can be a rewarding way to make a difference in families' lives while boosting your income.…

Nanny Services Melbourne

Finding dependable nanny services in Melbourne can feel overwhelming for busy families. Whether you need support for work commitments, special events, or day-to-day routines, having a trustworthy nanny makes all the difference.…

What Is the Difference Between a Police Check and a Working with Children Check NSW?

When hiring someone to care for children, understanding their background is essential for ensuring child safety.…

How to Maximise Your Success as a Babysitter on the Kiddo App

Being a babysitter on the Kiddo app opens up endless opportunities for you to work flexibly, earn extra income, and build meaningful relationships with families. But how do you stand out and increase your chances of getting booked regularly?…

The Difference Between a Nanny and a Babysitter

As parents, finding the right childcare provider for your family is a crucial decision. Among the various options available, nannies and babysitters are two popular choices. While both provide care for children, their roles, responsibilities, and the nature of their engagement can be quite different. …

Understanding ECEI and NDIS: How Kiddo Supports Children with Developmental Needs

Kiddo assists families that may be receiving early intervention services with a set of complementary services designed to support parents in enhancing the care and progress of their child through the ECEI support services, by providing families access to needed childcare and assistance.…

How much does a Babysitter cost?

Finding the right babysitter can be challenging, especially when you're unsure about the appropriate pay rate. You may be wondering where to start and asking yourself 'How much does a Babysitter cost?"…

Kiddo: Innovator of the Year 2023 at Women in Digital Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Kiddo has been honored with the prestigious title of "Innovator of the Year 2023" at the Women in Digital Awards!…

Kiddo - Seven News

It was our pleasure to attend the 18th Annual Lord Mayor's Business Awards launch yesterday.…

Pets around Babies and Preschoolers

The many benefits of having a pet as part of the family home have been documented widely. Studies have shown that dogs help children's self-esteem, can make them feel safe, and help them learn empathy and responsibility. …

Healthy School Lunch box recipes

Sending your child to school or day care with a healthy and nutritious lunch is important for their overall health and wellbeing. But coming up with new and creative lunch ideas can be a challenge.…

Managing Childcare and Guilt During School Holidays

Finding childcare during school holidays can be stressful and time-consuming. However, with proper planning and the right tools, such as the Kiddo app for trusted caregivers, managing holiday care becomes more manageable…

Finding Care for Children: NDIS Support and Childcare Options

How to find care for children with disabilities. Child focused support workers. Kiddo connecting you to support workers.…

Leaving Baby for the First Time

The first few weeks, and even months, after having a baby can be all-consuming, with lengthy feeding sessions, sleepless nights and adjusting to life with a newborn, so the idea of a date night might just be very welcomed. But you may be worried about leaving baby for the first time.…

Keep your profile live and get the most out of it!

A great read for new Kiddo Carers, how to manage availability, respond to your first request and most importantly stay active on Kiddo!…

Best Family Holiday Tips

Escaping reality and heading off to somewhere beautiful is just what every family needs, but sometimes the thought of all the packing and planning can feel quite overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be. We’ve gathered our best tips and tricks for having a perfect family holiday.…

How to Transition from Babysitter to NDIS Care Provider on Kiddo

This article will explain what NDIS care is, how you can transition from Babysitting to offering NDIS care services, and how you can do this through Kiddo.…

Entertaining the kids during school holidays

You know its school holidays when you hear the words “I’m bored.” and you wonder, how your child can possibly be bored when surrounded by apps, television, gaming consoles.....…

What to do when Interviewing a Nanny

Finding the ideal nanny is no easy feat. So we get it if you are scratching your head unsure where to find one and then what to do when interviewing a nanny. You just want to breeze through all the hard in-between steps and jump to the part where you feel good about leaving your baby or child with someone else.…

Celebrate Father’s Day: Creative Present Ideas and Activities that involve the kids

As you might be aware, Fathers Day is this coming Sunday. We all know Mother's day is a huge celebration but we don't want to neglect the dads in our lives. Here are some ways you can celebrate fatherhood and honour dad on Sunday.…

Easter Craft: Activities for the Kiddos

Some fun and simple ideas to keep the Kiddos busy leading up to the Easter long weekend. Cute gift ideas for Grandparents, a new spin on the traditional Easter Egg hunt!…

Rescueblue: Tips on how to avoid choking to save your Kiddos life

With the silly season almost upon us, all that extra food and festivities - it's a timely reminder to perhaps book a Childrens First Aid Course. Kiddo recently spoke with Rescueblue Paramedic Jess Peters. …