Daytime care
The day unfolds around your child, their rhythm, their energy, and the small cues that nurture their curiosity and growth.
Not all care belongs in your home. Ours does.
A calm, private and steady presence in your home to support your child through their earliest years with care that feels natural and deeply considered.
years of trusted care
I'm Ursula and I've been caring for new borns and young toddlers in the place that matters the most, their home.
I take the time to understand each child, how they settle, what they respond to, and what helps them feel safe and at ease.
Every home is different. Every child is different. The care I provide reflects that.
Book a discovery callCare that fits the rhythm of your family.
From the first sleepy weeks at home to the busy pre-school years, we're there to look after your child and their precious moments.
Overnight care
Personal and attentive support throughout the night, helping your child settle back to sleep without disruption to the home.
Corporate & Events
A steady presence during gatherings, allowing you to be present while your child is quietly looked after.
Travel care
When you travel abroad or domestically, your child is cared for with the same calm consistency, so their routine remains steady even in unfamiliar surroundings.
Immediate need
When the day doesn't go to plan, you can rely on us to step in quickly and care for your child, giving you the space to focus on the task at hand.
Early years support
In the formative years of your child, we guide you through those first stages, helping you feel prepared and your child settled with ease from day one.
Our prices
Whether you're looking for a casual or full-time commitment, we help plan the day around your needs.
| Service | Rates | Min. commitment | Schedules |
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| Daytime care | $50 per hour | 4 hours (Casual / Full-time) | Mon – Sun · 6am – 6pm |
| Overnight care | $60 per hour | 4 hours (Casual / Full-time) | Mon – Sun · 6pm – 6am |
| Corporate & events | $65 per hour | 4 hours (Casual) | Fri – Sun · Flexible hours |
| Immediate & short notice | $70 per hour | 2 hours (Casual) | Mon – Fri · 8am – 6pm |
| Family sharing | $65 per hour | 2 hours (Casual) | Mon – Fri · 8am – 6pm |
| Domestic travel | Standard hourly rate + expenses | Tailored to itinerary (Casual / Full-time) | Mon – Sun · Door to door |
| International travel | Standard hourly rate + expenses | Tailored to itinerary (Casual / Full-time) | Mon – Sun · Door to door |
Reservation fee: $25 per booking
Cancellations: Within 12 hours, 50% of total booked hours will be payable. Within 13–48 hours, 20% of total booked hours will be payable. Before 48 hours, the full total will be refunded.
Sickness: Full refund or reschedule
All engagements honour the Fair Work Miscellaneous Award — including super, tax, overtime, sick and holiday pay. Multi-child, travel and bespoke schedules are considered privately; the In Home Care subsidy may apply for shift-workers and rural or remote families.
What we bring to your home.
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1-1 Care
Children settle best when care that feels steady, familiar, empowering, and emotionally attuned to their everyday rhythm.
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Respect
Respect is at the core of our heart. We take the time to understand and honour your culture, your traditions, and your values as we support your child's upbringing.
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Discreet and trusted
When welcomed into your home, we act with discretion at all times. We maintain a quiet respect for your space, your routines, and the trust you've placed in us.
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Flexibility
From travel and events to unexpected schedule changes, care remains consistent wherever life takes you.
Your child stays in safe hands.
What we recommend
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- Arms-down swaddles for under 12 weeks
- Sleep suits sized to season & TOG
- White-noise machine at least 7ft from cot, 50dB max (AAP)
- Baby monitors & home baby-proofing
- Australian-standard car seats, prams & high-chairs
- Pacifiers (introduced thoughtfully)
What we trust, and what we won't recommend.
We're not a shop, but parents ask, so here's the short list we recommend and the outdated advice we gently steer away from.
Get the full guideWe follow Red Nose Australia's safe-sleep guidelines and refer parents to GPs and therapists for symptoms of sleep-disturbing medical issues, postpartum depression and sleep deprivation.
Outdated and unsafe
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- Reclining the cot mattress
- Rice cereal added to bottles
- Cot bumpers, loose blankets, soft toys in the cot
- Recliners or swings for sleep
- Co-sleeping arrangements without safe-sleep guidance
Questions families ask before booking.
If you don't see yours, the discovery call is the best place to ask.
Book a discovery call-
We understand how much trust it takes to welcome someone into your home and care for your child. With over 15 years of experience, we approach every family with calm, consistency, and a deep respect for your space, your routines, and the way you want your child to be cared for. Our focus is always to make your child feel safe and settled, and for you to feel completely at ease.
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UrsaCare nannies hold at minimum a Cert III in Early Childhood Education & Care, current HLTAID012 First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma training, and a verified Working with Children Check. Maternity nannies hold additional newborn-care certifications.
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We keep honest with a fixed hourly rate for our nanny. We always aim to be flexible around parent's busy schedules so we can provide the best care for your child(ren) at all times. We follow the Fair Work Miscellaneous Award for super, tax, overtime, sick and holiday pay. Sibling rates are 20–50% off the second child depending on the care mix.
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Yes, our car will be fitted with an Australian-standard, age-appropriate car seat to ensure your child is secure at all time. Fuel and parking expenses are reimbursed at the rate set in the initial planning call. We ask parents for their written consent, and always do a risk assessment for excursions.
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Yes, we can available for travel and event nannying upon request. Bookings include a planning call, an itinerary and a parent-approved risk assessment.
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We run small workshops on safe sleep, starting solids and infant nutrition. Topics are shaped by what families ask for in feedback. Email to tell us what you'd like to learn.