Welcome. I had a nanny for both kids until they went to preschool, and then relied on after-school care at the public schools the rest of the time. I preferred individualized care vs. the daycare setting. Know lots of moms who loved the daycare at the YMCA, though. I also worked from home to fill any gaps.
Good luck.
We have had a nanny for 4+ years and will be transitioning to an au pair now that the kids are getting a bit older and will be in school. There are large nanny and au pair groups in SOMA.
How did you go about finding a nanny? and what are the costs compared to a daycare? I'm looking to start day care around Jan/Feb of 2019. Want to get a head start 
Found my nanny through word of mouth. Not sure what daycare costs are.
Jun 6, 2026 at 9:54am
Jun 4, 2026 at 5:47pm
In home newborn education/postpartum support
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:14pm
Jun 1, 2026 at 4:32pm
Recommendation for a wonderful Nanny or Senior Aide
May 31, 2026 at 6:46pm
May 31, 2026 at 6:15pm
May 31, 2026 at 3:27pm
May 30, 2026 at 2:45pm
May 30, 2026 at 12:02pm
May 29, 2026 at 3:25pm
ASAP- NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED- CHATHAM, NJ
Jun 6, 2026 at 5:08pm
Jun 1, 2026 at 5:53pm
Full-Time Nanny in South Orange, NJ
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Full-Time Nanny Position in Warren, NJ
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Part-Time Nanny Position in New Providence, NJ
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Nanny Position in Florham Park, NJ
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
Jun 1, 2026 at 10:19am
NANNY- START DATE ASAP- CHATHAM, NJ
May 30, 2026 at 8:30am
Promote your business here - Businesses get highlighted throughout the site and you can add a deal.

Hi, just moved to the area and would like daycare recommendations (or alternatives) for a 6 month old. Looking to get some feedback on what other working parents have done it terms of care for their infant.