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Marie D

Melbourne,  VIC

Member Since December 2016
100% Response Rate
92% Completion Rate
  (144 Reviews)

Marie D

Melbourne,  VIC

Member Since December 2016
100% Response Rate
92% Completion Rate
  (144 Reviews)

RATES  

$34.00 / HOUR  |   $265.00 / DAY  |   $272.00 / OVERNIGHT

Hi parents, my name is Dominica. I am very loving and passionate about what I do. I love children and being around them brings me happiness. I have been working in Childcare for the last 8 years and hold a Cert III in Children's Services .I also have been doing babysitting for 10 years and I speak English and French.

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Hi parents, my name is Dominica. I am very loving and passionate about what I do. I love children and being around them brings me happiness. I have been working in Childcare for the last 8 years and hold a Cert III in Children's Services .I also have been doing babysitting for 10 years and I speak English and French.

Availability

Days Times
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 6:00 pm to 12:00 am
Sun, Sat 7:00 am to 12:00 am

Reviews

Suzanne H .       August 2024

Marie always reliable and calm

Diarmuid B .       August 2024

Dom was amazing! She was a pro with a lot of experience- our 2 yo went down without a fuss. Thanks again Dom!

Nicole Z .       July 2024

Dom is so lovely! We felt completely comfortable to leave our 3 month old with her. She is warm and professional and she even folded all of our washing!

Jenny H .       July 2024

Wonderful!

Janneke F .       June 2024

So grateful they helped us out last minute!! All went well.

Justis A .       June 2024

She was amazing! So confident and so loving! My daughter still talks about her and how much fun they had x

Suzanne H .       May 2024

Dom is very reliable and always gets the kids to sleep!

Elizabeth J .       May 2024

Peta M .       May 2024

Dom was great. Punctual, calm and lovely to chat with. The kids really liked her.

Gillian L .       May 2024

Dominica is always great, highly recommend!

Suzanne H .       April 2024

Dom was great- on time, calm, all the kids asleep when we got home :)

Josh T .       April 2024

Dom was amazing with our 3 girls. We would highly recommend her.

James M .       April 2024

Marie was perfect. Thankyou so much for looking after our daughter

Michelle C .       March 2024

Marie is so lovely to pick up my very last minute request babysitting job. She is punctual and very understanding. I will definitely be in contact again.

Gillian L .       March 2024

Dominica was fantastic, so loving and comfortable with our 1 year old, we felt instantly at ease with her.
Highly recommend!

Jamie K .       March 2024

Erin B .       February 2024

A great first meeting for Dom and my daughter - they connected straight away :)

Erin B .       February 2024

Dom has a quiet and calm presence that my daughter absolutely adored. I was worried she wouldn’t settle to sleep, but got a message from Dom right after bedtime saying she was asleep :)

Victor U .       February 2024

On time, friendly, kids were happy. We were very pleased.

Angela P .       February 2024

Domenica was very communicative, very punctual and very helpful. Thank you

Philippa R .       January 2024

Dominica was a pleasure to deal with. Arrived promptly and was very friendly.

Paul P .       January 2024

Stephanie S .       December 2023

Thank you Dom for watching our little boy. He instantly warmed to you and your gentle nature. We’d love to have you again in the future! ☺️

Melissa H .       December 2023

Nadia W .       December 2023

Dominica was lovely with our kids. She engaged them very well. We would be happy to have her again.

Nick M .       November 2023

Marie was lovely and looked afyer our boy with no issues whatsoever. Highly recommend

Maggie H .       October 2023

Marie was fantastic, would definitely book again

Marni B .       October 2023

Dominique was great, very friendly and kids liked her

Brooke U .       October 2023

Dom is very friendly, punctual and great with the kids.

Scott D .       October 2023

On time great with the kids and will use again

Lauren C .       August 2023

Wonderful carer- kids loved her. Will definitely book again 😊🙏

Danielle R .       July 2023

Dom was so lovely. Her warm and comforting demeanor meant our usually shy toddler took to her straight away. I would love to book her again.

Laura M .       August 2023

Dom was just sensational with our kids and totally read my mind and was able to anticipate everything that they might need. It was our first time leaving our babies with anyone other than family and with Dom I was totally reassured.

Highly recommend her services 😊

Brittany L .       July 2023

Dominica is wonderful. She has cared for our boys a few times now and they comment on how much fun they have with her. An all-round superstar!

Marshall B .       July 2023

Melissa H .       July 2023

We’ve had a great experience with Dom! She arrived on time, was very friendly to the kids who quickly warmed up to her.
We got a photo update in the evening as our daughter was a bit upset when we left.
We’ll definitely book her again.

Poppy G .       June 2023

Punctual and friendly. Very accommodating of my anxious 8 year old. Highly recommend.

Jessica R .       June 2023

Dom was fantastic - it was our first time leaving our 6mo with a non family member and she made us feel comfortable quickly and had no troubles getting her down to sleep

Rebeka M .       May 2023

Fantastic

Scott H .       April 2023

Easy and no problems. Kids loved her.

Louise K .       April 2023

Dominica was excellent with my 22 month old who is very slow to open up to strangers. We won't hesitate to book her again.

Gemma F .       April 2023

Dominica instantly had a great connection with my one year old. She made her giggle and smile when my daughter felt apprehensive about me leaving. She did a great job.

Chris D .       April 2023

Marie was great!

Hannah K .       March 2023

Fantastic first booking! Our little one enjoyed her time, even saying the next day "nice lady". Will certainly book again.

Tara J .       March 2023

A great experience with Marie D - fun and engaging with my girls (5y and 7y): after a few moments of shyness, they quickly connected with her.

Aston G .       March 2023

Dominica was punctual, friendly and did a great job looking after my child.

Sreelekha S .       February 2023

We had great experience with Dom.She is great in engaging with our 15 months old daughter. She is enthusiastic and knowledgeable on engaging kids. My daughter is usually unsettled with strangers but Dom could manage to play with her for a long duration,changed her nappy and put her to sleep with such ease in the first day. Would love to book her time again.

Dan and Jaci B .       February 2023

Great!

Savia D .       February 2023

Oliver P .       January 2023

Su Sze T .       January 2023

We booked Dominica for 4 nights for the Australian Open. Dom was communicative and experienced. She knew what to do especially putting our little boy to sleep each night. She even put the dishwasher on - we highly recommend her.

Vanessa D .       January 2023

Domenica was great looking after our little one! He was a bit upset as we had to leave for work but she was great with calming him down and very caring. They had a great day together and she made sure he had his lunch and took him to the park to have a play. Thank you again Domenica, we will definitely book you again when in Melbourne : )

Hannah J .       January 2023

Our 15 month old had a great time, pretty sure he had better naps with her then he does with us!

Abi & Ian H .       January 2023

Thanks Dominica, the kids had a lovely time with you, would happily recommend.

Preshni N .       December 2022

Dominica was great with our little boy. She sent updates and pictures to help us feel at ease and she interacted well and kept him happy and entertained. We will definitely choose Dominica again 😊

Brittany L .       December 2022

Dominica was prompt and the kids warmed to her quickly. Overall a great experience and we wouldn’t hesitate to book Dominica again.

Melissa R .       November 2022

Domenica was fantastic! My 2 year old was really comfortable as soon as she arrived. Domenica is really professional, kind and caring. We will be booking her again very soon!

Rebecca C .       November 2022

Dom was friendly and accommodating

Jenni N .       November 2022

Graciously applied for a last minute job due to an earlier cancellation. Was wonderful with my 7 year old. Would book again.

Clemency H .       October 2022

Dominica was amazing with our two children (4 and 1). Very pleasant and was great at keeping us up to date. Would definitely book again!

Amy S .       November 2022

We have nothing but great things to say about Dom. Our 2yo son Jack had a wonderful time with her. Dom is very friendly and has lots of experience looking after kids. We would love to book Dom again, she made the whole process so easy and stress-free for us. Highly recommend.

Erin B .       October 2022

Dominica was lovely and kind to our boys. Thanks for a great job.

Krista D .       October 2022

Dom was a professional. She was able to confidently build a relationship with our 15 month old quickly. Everything went smoothly. Thanks!

Apurva S .       October 2022

Dom was great. Made us feel very comfortable from the start and our daughter was very calm with her. Thank you and hope to see you again.

Margot Y .       October 2022

Dom was fantastic! My children warmed to her instantly. She arrived promptly and was very friendly and approachable. I felt very comfortable leaving my children with her. Would definitely have her back anytime!

Komal K .       October 2022

Dominica was wonderful the kids took to get instantly - it was great to see

Lauren S .       October 2022

Dom was fantastic! She arrived on time, asked plenty of questions and we felt really comfortable leaving our 2 year old with her, being our first time using a babysitter.
We arrived home to a very happy kid, who had even had a nap! Super impressive!!
Thank you so much Dom, we hope to see you again soon.

Samantha H .       September 2022

I had to cancel last minute as my son had an accident and we had to go to the hospital, but all communication was great.

Rutu S .       September 2022

It was lovely having Dominica baby sit for us. She was punctual , easy to communicate with and courteous. Would recommend.

Chandni M .       September 2022

Dom was too good with my kids. Most importantly she was very patient with my 1.5 year old fussy toddler.

Nadia J .       September 2022

Dominica was great, super punctual and friendly, definitely recommend.

Sally W .       September 2022

Dom was fantastic. I’ve been looking for someone experienced, confident and with initiative and Dom ticked all of those boxes. She even knew how to use cloth nappies!! I’ve already re-booked her.

Bharat D .       September 2022

Dom was great! Very easy to communicate with and had the kids well managed from the moment she walked in. She comes across as someone that’s very experienced with children and our three year old had lots of positive feedback. Will definitely get Dom to care for our kids again!

Rebecca S .       August 2022

Dom is great! Highly recommend.

Kari L .       August 2022

Marie was lovely! Very easy going, my 2yo had a wonderful day.

Nikita P .       September 2022

Highly recommend! Dom was very patient with my overtired, over-chatty 4yo. Wouldn't hesitate to book again next time I'm in Melbourne for work! Thanks Dom!

Daphne W .       August 2022

Dominica was amazing! She settled our 2 year old daughter down so quickly and we felt relieved and at ease as she kept us updated on how bubs was doing every 15 minutes

Namarra W .       July 2022

Very lovely lady, felt very comfortable from the moment we met and I would definitely look into hiring again 😊

Kylie S .       August 2022

On time and very friendly.

David S .       July 2022

Dominica was terrific. The boys enjoyed her company a lot and for these two nervous parents out for their first night without kids, she absolutely put us at ease. Thank you!

Maria G .       July 2022

Dominique gave us the peace of mind we needed to leave our girls for the first time with a babysitter. She knew how to handle my 10 month old baby which is not the most open to new people and my highly energetic 3.5 year toddler. She's punctual, respectful, gave us updates through out the day and the house was very nice and tidy. She's great!

Rebecca S .       July 2022

Dom is great! Punctual, attentive and understanding of first time parents, leaving their little one for a few hours.
Thank you, Dom.

Rebecca S .       July 2022

We had a great intro with Dom. She was energetic, engaged, and had a high level of attention to detail. And, our daughter took to her straight away.
We feel very confident to proceed with our next booking.
Thank you.

Amber W .       June 2022

Kathryn K .       June 2022

Dom was experienced and very calming to my 8mo who can get quite upset when apart from mum. I felt relaxed and confident leaving her with Dom

Daniel T .       May 2022

Dominica was on time, comfortable with our kids, who were a bit shy at first, but warmed up soon. She spent time with them and helped them with bedtime- we came home to two sleeping kids! We will be booking her again soon! Thanks Dominica

Tom B .       May 2022

Very easy to deal with and lovely with our son.

Siobhan C .       May 2022

Oscar had a great time with Dominica and was very content when I arrived home after a day out.

Mamun M .       May 2022

Dom was really good with my 6-year old. We will definitely have her back.

Frances P .       May 2022

Dom was great with the kids, and they had lots of fun with her. We’d happily have her back next time

Kirsten N .       April 2022

Fantastic

Stephen B .       April 2022

Shabnam G .       March 2022

Highly recommend! Dom got our 2 year old daughter down easily and even threw some dishes in the dishwasher. Looking forward to next time.

Iona W .       March 2022

Wonderful sitter, great with children, helpful and friendly. Thank you!

Nikki N .       March 2022

Michael K .       March 2022

Great experience! On time, lovely to chat to. Would definitely book again

David S .       February 2022

Dominica was great - our son is looking forward to her next visit!

Phoebe P .       January 2022

Tobi E .       January 2022

Dom was punctual and great with my two boys aged 7 and 8.
Highly recommend and would definitely rebook in the future.

Matthew R .       January 2022

Dominica was great, bonded with our 4 yo boy and even had him in bed well before his usual time! Would book again.

Leila A .       December 2021

Dominica was so great with my newborn. She definitely restored my confidence in being able to leave him with someone. Thank you again! Will definitely reuse.

Jessie B .       December 2021

Excellent Babysitter thanks Dom

Stephanie B .       December 2021

Dom was a fantastic, reliable babysitter for our two kids. She was calm and dependable and our kids took an instant liking to her. She handled bedtime so easily!

Natalie L .       November 2021

Dominica was great with our 3 year old daughter. Our daughter was a bit hesitant at first but in no time Dominica had her on side and was having a nice time with her. We returned to our daughter in great spirits. Would hire again!

Stephanie G .       November 2021

Marie was lovely and reassuring. We felt very comfortable leaving our children with her and hope to use her services again in the future

Viren T .       October 2021

Dominica was terrific. As soon as she arrived she made the boys feel at ease and we could leave without any fuss or tears. The boys were in very safe hands with Dominica, and the house was tidier than we left it! Great communication too. Thank you!

Eliza T .       October 2021

Dom was amazing! We had never left the boys with anyone that wasn’t family - our boys loved Dom and I felt instantly at ease. Our 2.5 year old woke up in the morning asking for her. Highly recommend

Rybka M .       October 2021

Dominica was good with my 5 month old. She was able to give him a bath and put him to bed. I would definitely recommend her services :)

Aaron W .       August 2021

Awesome

Sara P .       July 2021

Thank you for looking after my son today. It was the best experience that I’ve had with Sitter. A calm and patient person with a lot of knowledge about kids that makes a perfect character to provide care to my kid.
Thanks so much again and looking forward to seeing you again😊

Elise S .       July 2021

Thank you! Dom arrived early and was extremely easy to work with. Excellent!

Aaron W .       July 2021

Great with the kids

Viren T .       June 2021

A great sitter! Easy-going style, confident and build rapport with the kids effortlessly and quickly. Good communicator and gave us peace of mind. Thank you!

Amber W .       June 2021

Dom was wonderful- the boys loved her! Would recommend x

Jac B .       June 2021

Dom was a total superstar with my eight month old baby. Baby is quite clingy at the moment but happily went to Dom who was so lovely with her and easily managed to get her to sleep during the day. Dom also did some dishes / emptied the dishwasher which was unexpected but very kind of her to do. Highly recommend and look forward to booking Dom again.

Kimberly K .       May 2021

Established a bond with my little one immediately. Felt very comfortable and would 100% recommend and book again.

David F .       March 2021

Dominica was easy going and a great carer for our two boys.

Patrick B .       February 2021

Very happy with Marie, reliable and trustworthy

Maya W .       December 2020

Dominica arrived early, was friendly and quickly engaged our 20month old son. No issues at all, would happily recommend.

Brodee P .       November 2020

Dominica was excellent! She arrived right on time and followed all of the instructions and routines. My 2.5 yr old can have trouble separating so we asked her to come an hour early so they could play and get to know each other before we had to leave. I could tell my son felt safe and comfortable because he didn’t even care that we were in another room getting ready. They played so nicely and she followed all of his interests. When we came home he was happy and spoke fondly of Dominica for the rest of the day. I’d recommend her to anyone!

Antoine R .       December 2020

Dominica was great. We don't book babysitters for our 3 girls (4 years and younger) very often but we saw right away that she knew what she was doing and the kids loved spending a bit of time with her before going to bed.

Josh E .       November 2020

Dominica is lovely. She had a great time with our two little ones and can highly recommend her. :-D

Marika H .       March 2020

As first time parents having our first outing, it was fabulous having Dominica look after our bub. She clearly knows her way around babies and quickly put both us and our little girl at ease. Highly recommend!

Michelle B .       February 2020

Dominica got along well with our 8 & 12 year old. She was friendly and professional. I would use her again and recommend her to friends.

Anh N .       January 2020

Marie D was punctual and good at communicating. She was great with our kids and has good childcare experience. We will definitely use her again.

Angie M .       January 2020

Dominica was amazing with my 6 month old baby! He warmed to her really quickly and I just could tell he was having a great time with her. She has a genuine care for children and a lovely personality. She also helped me tidying up my kitchen, folding and putting away my babies clean clothes. Thank you for helping this mamá out Dominica, we really loved having you around :)

Michael M .       November 2019

Kate H .       November 2019

Sarah F .       November 2019

Dominica was so lovely with our toddler - she warmed to her straight away. We would love to have her babysit again.

Sharafinah M .       October 2019

Wonderful Sittr! So patient even with the misunderstanding about the address at the start! Which was absolutely my fault :)

Michelle L .       July 2019

Brilliant ! thank you .

Sarah T .       June 2019

Dominica was great. Easy going and even forgave us for being 5 minutes late back from our night out! Would love to have her again. Thanks!

Elizabeth W .       April 2019

Dominica did a great job with my two boys aged 6 and 4.

Adrian and Alexander H .       April 2019

Took care of the children and complete tasks that were requested.

Anna W .       January 2019

She’s very punctual and my daughter loves her !

Ben B .       January 2019

Dominica was on time and good with my kids. Thanks

Taiba K .       October 2018

Dominica was really good with my son he seemed happy when we left him in her car for a few hours she took him to the park and played with him at home.

Andrew F .       August 2018

Dominica was good. with 4 kids to look after i have no hesitation recommending her and would use her again
Andrew

Michelle W .       July 2018

Great sitter and arrived on time +++

Eva H .       June 2018

Very happy all round! Thank you for being very punctual and doing a great job. Kids were very comfortable, even though they have never had a babysitter before. Would happily use the service again.

Gayathri A .       May 2018

Dominica was on time and got along well with our two boys aged 4 and 7. She managed to get the boys clean up before putting them to bed. I would gladly recommend her.

Tatum B .       April 2018

Dominica was amazing with our little one. she fed, bathed and put him to sleep. He felt completely comfortable with her. would definitely recommend her services again.

Mark H .       March 2018

Great, thanks!

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Skills

Age Groups

Services

Marie D prefers a maximum number of 3 children per booking.

Education

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Children Services Cert 3