Choosing a caregiver for your child is a big decision. Whether you’re exploring daycare, hiring a nanny, or looking for backup care, Maven is here to support you with expert guidance and trusted resources—so you can feel confident in your choice.
Meet with a Maven Childcare Consultant
On Maven, you can book a virtual appointment with a Childcare Consultant who can help you:
- Think through which type of care may be the best fit for your family
- Review nanny contracts or daycare forms
- Prepare questions to ask when touring a daycare
- Get tips for interviewing nanny candidates
To schedule an appointment:
- Go to My Care in the Maven app or website
- Search for “Childcare Consultants”
- Select a time that works best for you
If you receive Maven as a benefit through your employer or health plan, your appointments are free and fully paid for by your employer or health plan.
Explore trusted childcare resources
In addition to 1:1 support, our Referral Team has curated trusted tools and platforms to help you explore childcare options in your area.
Within the U.S.
Winnie
Search by zip code to find local daycares, preschools, and other care options. Includes current licensing status for providers.
Care.com
Connect with a large network of individual caregivers and childcare centers.
Childcare.gov
Access state-based research tools, licensing information, and Child Care Quality Ratings.
Child Care Aware
Works with a national network of child care resource and referral (CCR&R) agencies to help families find quality, affordable care.
Urban Sitter
Read reviews from local families and browse vetted sitter and nanny profiles that are manually reviewed by the UrbanSitter team.
Bambino
An app that verifies sitter identities and performs sex offender background checks. Sitters must be recommended by another community member to join. Offers an Elite Sitter designation for those who complete additional background checks and qualifications.
Helpr
A babysitting app offering backup childcare. Helprs must have at least two years of experience and complete an in-person interview, background check, ID verification, CPR certification check, social media review, and reference checks.
Sitter City
A popular babysitting platform where families can purchase background checks on caregivers. Premium memberships include access to unlimited background check packages.
California & New York only
Bumo
An instantly bookable childcare platform offering on-demand, fixed, and recurring childcare, plus 1:1 online college admissions and tutoring services (K–12) for families in California and New York.
If you receive Maven as a benefit through your employer or health plan and live in California or New York, message your Maven Care Advocate to learn more about special Bumo Maven Perks credits that may be available to you.
We’re here to support you
Choosing childcare is deeply personal, and the right fit will depend on your family’s unique needs, values, and preferences. These resources are a helpful starting point—but you don’t have to navigate this alone.
If you’d like personalized guidance, book a virtual appointment with a Childcare Consultant or message your Maven Care Advocate anytime. We’re here for you every step of the way.