So You Can Enjoy the Trip Too.
You didn't come all this way to spend the day managing everyone else.
The Day-Of Darling provides in-park childcare and family support for families visiting Disneyland, California Adventure, and Universal Studios Hollywood — as well as hotel childcare for families who need a trusted hand nearby at the resort.
We keep the kids happy, engaged, and cared for so you can be present as a parent — not just a logistics manager.
What Family Support Looks Like in Practice
Whether you need help inside the park or back at the hotel, here's what your Darling handles:
In-Park Support ✓ Supervising children safely throughout the park visit ✓ Stroller management and personal item assistance ✓ Keeping kids engaged, comfortable, and moving at the right pace ✓ Assisting with meal and snack breaks ✓ Capturing family photos throughout the day ✓ Supporting parents so the whole family can ride, relax, and enjoy
Hotel & Resort Childcare ✓ In-room or on-property childcare while parents enjoy time on their own ✓ Engaging children with age-appropriate activities ✓ Meal and bedtime support as needed ✓ Flexible scheduling around your resort plans
You stay present as a family. We handle the rest.
This Service Was Made For You If...
✦ You're visiting the parks with young children and want an extra set of capable hands to make the day manageable
✦ You have multiple kids of different ages and the logistics of keeping everyone happy feels overwhelming
✦ You're traveling as a couple or with older family members and want childcare support so everyone can enjoy the trip at their own pace
✦ You want a date night or an evening out at the resort and need someone you trust to stay with your kids
✦ You're a parent who loves the parks — and you'd like to actually experience them instead of just surviving them
Request Your Darling
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Theme Park Nanny & In-Park Family Support
$35 / hour · 3-hour minimum
$10 / hour per additional childHotel & Resort Childcare
$35 / hour · 3-hour minimum
$10 / hour per additional child
In-home babysitting
$30 / hour · 3-hour minimum
$10 / hour per additional child
Mommy helper
$30 / hour · 3-hour minimum
Event childcare
$40 / hour · 3-hour minimumA deposit of $150 is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due at the end of service.
All bookings begin with a brief consultation so we understand your children, your schedule, and exactly how to support your family.
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CPR certification is a requirement for all Darlings providing childcare services. Your children's safety is non-negotiable.
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We support children of a wide range of ages. During your consultation call, we'll discuss your children's specific ages and needs so we can confirm the right fit and level of support.
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That depends on what you need. Some families want a Darling integrated into the group to support the kids while parents enjoy the day alongside them. Others prefer to have their children supervised while parents move through the park more freely. We'll build the arrangement around what works best for your family.
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The Concierge service is a full-day premium experience where your Darling is actively managing your entire family's day — strategy, logistics, timing, everything. The Childcare & Family Support service focuses primarily on the children — keeping them safe, happy, and cared for. Many families with younger kids start with this service and upgrade to Concierge as their kids get older.
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Absolutely. Hotel and resort childcare is available as a standalone booking. Reach out with your dates and we'll confirm availability.
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Peak season dates — summer, spring break, holiday weekends — fill quickly. Book as early as you can once your trip is confirmed.