Portland Nanny Agency
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Why Portland families choose Pink Nannies
Life here blends work, school, and outdoor time throughout the week. The right caregiver brings structure without removing flexibility so the day feels balanced and predictable.
Pink Nannies is a Portland nanny agency helping families throughout the Portland metro area hire professional nannies who communicate thoughtfully, respect family values, and adapt naturally to daily rhythms.

Pink Nannies at a Glance
- Serving: Portland, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and surrounding Portland-area communities
- Founded: 2016
- Applicant Acceptance Rate: Fewer than 5%
- Average Placement Duration: 3.28 years
- Recruiting Reach: Nationwide
- Industry Experience: Approximately 50 years of combined team experience
- Services: Long-Term Nannies, Travel Nannies, ROTA Nannies, Newborn Care Specialists, Family Assistants, and Household Managers
- Post-Placement Support: 365-day search credit and access to temporary nanny coverage during your nanny's vacation and sick days throughout the length of employment
Areas We Serve
Pink Nannies places professional nannies and household staff throughout Portland and surrounding communities.
- Portland Neighborhoods
Alameda, Arlington Heights, Eastmoreland, Irvington, Laurelhurst, Northwest District, Pearl District, Sellwood Moreland, Southwest Hills, West Hills - Westside Communities
Beaverton, Cedar Hills, Forest Heights, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Tualatin, West Linn - Nearby Areas
Happy Valley, Tigard, Vancouver WA
Our services in Portland

Long Term Nanny

Travel Nannies

ROTA Nannies

Newborn Care Specialists

Household Managers & Family Assistants
How the Pink Nannies Placement Process Works
1. Family Consultation
We begin by learning about your children, household, schedule, personality, parenting approach, travel expectations, responsibilities, and the qualities you value most in a professional caregiver.
2. Customized Search
Our recruitment team builds a search around the specific requirements of your position.
3. Candidate Screening
Candidates are evaluated based on professional experience, references, qualifications, communication, and fit. Thorough background screening is also completed as part of the process.
4. Family Interviews
Families interview selected candidates to evaluate qualifications, communication style, personality, childcare philosophy, and overall compatibility.
5. Paid Working Trial
When appropriate, families and candidates may complete a paid working trial before making a long-term commitment.
6. Placement & Continued Support
Once the right candidate is selected, Pink Nannies assists with the placement process and remains available as the professional transitions into the household. Our relationship with families extends beyond the initial placement.
Pink Nannies Portland Office
Support That Continues After Placement
Finding the right nanny is only the beginning of a successful long-term placement. Pink Nannies continues supporting families after their professional begins employment.
365-Day Search Credit
Pink Nannies provides families with a 365-day search credit if a placement ends during the first year, subject to the terms of the family's placement agreement.
Temporary Nanny Coverage
Pink Nannies families have access to temporary nanny coverage when their placed nanny is unavailable due to vacation or sick days. This benefit remains available throughout the length of the nanny's employment, helping families maintain continuity of childcare when their regular nanny is unavailable.
Families say it better than we can.
There is a level of intention behind everything Pink Nannies does. From their community events to their involvement in International Nanny Training Day, it’s clear they are committed to supporting nannies not just professionally, but personally as well.
What stands out most about Pink Nannies is the sense of community they’ve built. Their events bring together professionals who genuinely want to grow, connect, and support one another. It feels elevated, but also incredibly welcoming.
Being part of the Pink Nannies community has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career. The events are intentional, the people are genuine, and the overall experience reflects a standard that truly respects this profession.
Pink Nannies has created a space where nannies feel respected and supported at a high level. Their involvement in the community and the way they bring professionals together through events is something I deeply value.
Attending a training led by Allison, the founder of Pink Nannies, was an exceptional experience. Her presence in the room immediately elevated the atmosphere, and the way she communicates is both thoughtful and impactful. The insight she shared, along with the practical tools and perspective on the industry, was incredibly valuable. It’s rare to see that level of leadership and clarity, and it speaks volumes about the standard behind Pink Nannies.
Being part of the Pink Nannies community has brought a level of connection I didn’t realize I was missing. The events they host, especially International Nanny Training Day, are incredibly well-executed and meaningful. You leave feeling seen, respected, and more grounded in your career.
Pink Nannies has created something that feels rare in this industry. After attending International Nanny Training Day, I left feeling not only more confident in my work, but genuinely supported by a community that understands the level of care and intention this role requires. The environment they foster is thoughtful, elevated, and deeply encouraging.
We weren’t looking for someone to “help out.” We needed someone who could operate at a high level without constant input. Pink Nannies understood that immediately and introduced us to someone who fit in a way that actually worked.
We have a demanding schedule and a home that doesn’t really slow down. Most candidates we met before this felt like they needed direction. This was different. She came in, understood the pace, and just handled it. That’s rare.
We don’t run on a typical 9 to 5 schedule, and that’s always been hard to find the right fit for. This time it worked. She understood the rhythm of our home right away and didn’t need constant direction. That made all the difference.
We’ve had help before, but this felt completely different. There was a level of professionalism and ease that made our home feel more settled almost overnight. Pink Nannies really understood what we were looking for.
I needed someone who could keep up with our schedule and also bring calm into our home. That’s exactly what we got. It finally feels like things are running the way they should.
We live a very full life between work, travel, and everything else Miami brings with it. Pink Nannies sent us someone who stepped in and just kept everything moving. The difference in our day to day was immediate.
A truly exceptional nanny placement experience for families who expect more than a transaction. The process was thoughtful, discreet, and deeply personalized, with careful attention to values, household dynamics, and long term compatibility. Communication was always clear, professional, and reassuring at every step, resulting in a placement that felt seamless, aligned, and built to last. This is the level of care discerning families trust when quality and peace of mind matter most.
Pink Nannies is amazing! As a nanny I am so thankful to have worked with such a professional, caring group of experts! The team is great at advocating on your behalf, guiding you through the process and teaching you great resume skills! Their support and guidance has been influential in my professional growth. I felt heard and comfortable during the process. They are very responsive and truly care about both parties. I couldn’t be happier working for the family I found through this agency. I look forward to working with Pink Nannies again in the future and can’t recommend this agency enough.
Pink Nannies actually listened to us. We weren’t just looking for experience, we were looking for a certain temperament around our baby, and they picked up on details we didn’t even know how to explain. The person they introduced felt right almost immediately, and for the first time we stopped second guessing the decision.
Our schedules change constantly and we were used to managing the nanny as much as the children. That stopped after this placement. She operates independently and anticipates what we need before we say it.
Pink Nannies matched our family with our beloved nanny, who is about to celebrate her third anniversary with us. We couldn’t be more grateful to them for making the perfect match! Our nanny is the kindest, most reliable, most competent person we could have ever dreamed of. Thank you Pink Nannies!
I was tasked with finding a nanny for a HP household with very specific needs. Pink Nannies understood our tone and expectations immediately and sent only polished, intuitive candidates. The match was thoughtful and exact. The placement brought much needed harmony to the home.
Our previous searches always felt like interviews. This felt like a recommendation from someone who knew our family well. Months later, the placement still feels steady, and that has changed our daily life more than we expected.
We didn’t realize how much mental energy we were spending managing childcare until we didn’t have to anymore. Pink Nannies introduced someone who handled the day calmly and competently, and our home felt lighter almost overnight.
We’ve hired before and it always felt like we were managing the person instead of being supported by them. Pink Nannies was completely different. They actually understood what we needed and sent someone who just got it. It made everything easier.
We were stretched thin and honestly not showing up as the kind of parents we wanted to be. Pink Nannies changed that. They sent us someone who stepped in, took real ownership, and made our home feel steady again. I wish we had done it months earlier.
I didn’t expect to feel this much relief. It wasn’t just having help, it was finally feeling like someone understood how our home actually runs.
As two working parents with full schedules, we needed guidance we could rely on. Pink Nannies was discreet, clear, and steady throughout the process, and it felt more like a partnership than a transaction.
We were looking for something more intentional than a typical placement service. Pink Nannies approached the search thoughtfully and tailored it around our family, not a checklist. The process felt personal from the first conversation through the hire.
We had a long list of must-haves, but Pink Nannies dug deeper—into values, parenting style, even our communication patterns. That’s why our nanny feels like she’s been with us forever.
As a family assistant, I was responsible for finding the right nanny for a high-profile household with very specific expectations. Pink Nannies understood the tone of the home immediately. The team was organized, responsive, and incredibly perceptive. The candidates they presented were polished, thoughtful, and genuinely aligned with the household. The placement brought calm back to the day.
With a demanding schedule and three young children, I needed someone who could anticipate, move quickly, and integrate naturally into our home. Pink Nannies approached the search with real professionalism. Our family assistant is sharp, proactive, and absolutely essential to how our household runs.
From the first call, Pink Nannies listened carefully and asked thoughtful questions about how our family actually lives. They introduced us to someone who fits us beautifully. We did not just find childcare. We found peace of mind.
Our household moves quickly. I have a demanding role and my husband travels constantly. Pink Nannies took the time to understand how our home operates and introduced us to a professional who brings steadiness to the entire day.
After working with two other agencies, we were honestly discouraged. Pink Nannies restored our confidence. Our nanny is kind, proactive, and deeply in tune with our children. The difference in our home has been remarkable.
Our family is not easy to match. Blended household, complicated schedules, very high expectations. Pink Nannies handled the process with honesty and clarity. The candidates they presented were genuinely aligned with our home. We hired within three weeks.
There is a level of intention behind everything Pink Nannies does. From their community events to their involvement in International Nanny Training Day, it’s clear they are committed to supporting nannies not just professionally, but personally as well.
What stands out most about Pink Nannies is the sense of community they’ve built. Their events bring together professionals who genuinely want to grow, connect, and support one another. It feels elevated, but also incredibly welcoming.
Being part of the Pink Nannies community has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career. The events are intentional, the people are genuine, and the overall experience reflects a standard that truly respects this profession.
Pink Nannies has created a space where nannies feel respected and supported at a high level. Their involvement in the community and the way they bring professionals together through events is something I deeply value.
Attending a training led by Allison, the founder of Pink Nannies, was an exceptional experience. Her presence in the room immediately elevated the atmosphere, and the way she communicates is both thoughtful and impactful. The insight she shared, along with the practical tools and perspective on the industry, was incredibly valuable. It’s rare to see that level of leadership and clarity, and it speaks volumes about the standard behind Pink Nannies.
Being part of the Pink Nannies community has brought a level of connection I didn’t realize I was missing. The events they host, especially International Nanny Training Day, are incredibly well-executed and meaningful. You leave feeling seen, respected, and more grounded in your career.
Pink Nannies has created something that feels rare in this industry. After attending International Nanny Training Day, I left feeling not only more confident in my work, but genuinely supported by a community that understands the level of care and intention this role requires. The environment they foster is thoughtful, elevated, and deeply encouraging.
We weren’t looking for someone to “help out.” We needed someone who could operate at a high level without constant input. Pink Nannies understood that immediately and introduced us to someone who fit in a way that actually worked.
We have a demanding schedule and a home that doesn’t really slow down. Most candidates we met before this felt like they needed direction. This was different. She came in, understood the pace, and just handled it. That’s rare.
We don’t run on a typical 9 to 5 schedule, and that’s always been hard to find the right fit for. This time it worked. She understood the rhythm of our home right away and didn’t need constant direction. That made all the difference.
We’ve had help before, but this felt completely different. There was a level of professionalism and ease that made our home feel more settled almost overnight. Pink Nannies really understood what we were looking for.
I needed someone who could keep up with our schedule and also bring calm into our home. That’s exactly what we got. It finally feels like things are running the way they should.
We live a very full life between work, travel, and everything else Miami brings with it. Pink Nannies sent us someone who stepped in and just kept everything moving. The difference in our day to day was immediate.
A truly exceptional nanny placement experience for families who expect more than a transaction. The process was thoughtful, discreet, and deeply personalized, with careful attention to values, household dynamics, and long term compatibility. Communication was always clear, professional, and reassuring at every step, resulting in a placement that felt seamless, aligned, and built to last. This is the level of care discerning families trust when quality and peace of mind matter most.
Pink Nannies is amazing! As a nanny I am so thankful to have worked with such a professional, caring group of experts! The team is great at advocating on your behalf, guiding you through the process and teaching you great resume skills! Their support and guidance has been influential in my professional growth. I felt heard and comfortable during the process. They are very responsive and truly care about both parties. I couldn’t be happier working for the family I found through this agency. I look forward to working with Pink Nannies again in the future and can’t recommend this agency enough.
Pink Nannies actually listened to us. We weren’t just looking for experience, we were looking for a certain temperament around our baby, and they picked up on details we didn’t even know how to explain. The person they introduced felt right almost immediately, and for the first time we stopped second guessing the decision.
Our schedules change constantly and we were used to managing the nanny as much as the children. That stopped after this placement. She operates independently and anticipates what we need before we say it.
Pink Nannies matched our family with our beloved nanny, who is about to celebrate her third anniversary with us. We couldn’t be more grateful to them for making the perfect match! Our nanny is the kindest, most reliable, most competent person we could have ever dreamed of. Thank you Pink Nannies!
I was tasked with finding a nanny for a HP household with very specific needs. Pink Nannies understood our tone and expectations immediately and sent only polished, intuitive candidates. The match was thoughtful and exact. The placement brought much needed harmony to the home.
Our previous searches always felt like interviews. This felt like a recommendation from someone who knew our family well. Months later, the placement still feels steady, and that has changed our daily life more than we expected.
We didn’t realize how much mental energy we were spending managing childcare until we didn’t have to anymore. Pink Nannies introduced someone who handled the day calmly and competently, and our home felt lighter almost overnight.
We’ve hired before and it always felt like we were managing the person instead of being supported by them. Pink Nannies was completely different. They actually understood what we needed and sent someone who just got it. It made everything easier.
We were stretched thin and honestly not showing up as the kind of parents we wanted to be. Pink Nannies changed that. They sent us someone who stepped in, took real ownership, and made our home feel steady again. I wish we had done it months earlier.
I didn’t expect to feel this much relief. It wasn’t just having help, it was finally feeling like someone understood how our home actually runs.
As two working parents with full schedules, we needed guidance we could rely on. Pink Nannies was discreet, clear, and steady throughout the process, and it felt more like a partnership than a transaction.
We were looking for something more intentional than a typical placement service. Pink Nannies approached the search thoughtfully and tailored it around our family, not a checklist. The process felt personal from the first conversation through the hire.
We had a long list of must-haves, but Pink Nannies dug deeper—into values, parenting style, even our communication patterns. That’s why our nanny feels like she’s been with us forever.
As a family assistant, I was responsible for finding the right nanny for a high-profile household with very specific expectations. Pink Nannies understood the tone of the home immediately. The team was organized, responsive, and incredibly perceptive. The candidates they presented were polished, thoughtful, and genuinely aligned with the household. The placement brought calm back to the day.
With a demanding schedule and three young children, I needed someone who could anticipate, move quickly, and integrate naturally into our home. Pink Nannies approached the search with real professionalism. Our family assistant is sharp, proactive, and absolutely essential to how our household runs.
From the first call, Pink Nannies listened carefully and asked thoughtful questions about how our family actually lives. They introduced us to someone who fits us beautifully. We did not just find childcare. We found peace of mind.
Our household moves quickly. I have a demanding role and my husband travels constantly. Pink Nannies took the time to understand how our home operates and introduced us to a professional who brings steadiness to the entire day.
After working with two other agencies, we were honestly discouraged. Pink Nannies restored our confidence. Our nanny is kind, proactive, and deeply in tune with our children. The difference in our home has been remarkable.
Our family is not easy to match. Blended household, complicated schedules, very high expectations. Pink Nannies handled the process with honesty and clarity. The candidates they presented were genuinely aligned with our home. We hired within three weeks.
Pink Nannies Pricing in Portland
Pink Nannies charges a placement fee of 25% of the professional's annualized compensation for all placement types.
- Long-Term Nanny Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
- Travel Nanny Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
- ROTA Nanny Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
- Newborn Care Specialist Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
- Family Assistant Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
- Household Manager Placement: 25% of annualized compensation
Placement fees reflect the recruiting, candidate screening, matching, placement coordination, and continued support involved in conducting a professional search.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Nanny in Portland
Pink Nannies is a professional nanny placement agency serving families in Portland, Oregon and throughout the surrounding Portland metro area. Founded in 2016, Pink Nannies places long-term nannies, travel nannies, ROTA nannies, newborn care specialists, family assistants, and household managers.
Pink Nannies evaluates candidates based on professional childcare experience, references, qualifications, communication, and overall fit. Candidates also undergo a thorough criminal history search and Social Security number verification. Fewer than 5% of applicants are accepted into the Pink Nannies candidate network.
Yes. Pink Nannies serves families throughout the Portland metro area, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, Tigard, and surrounding communities. Our nationwide recruiting network also allows us to search outside Oregon when a family requires specialized experience or wants to consider candidates willing to relocate.
Pink Nannies works with professional, high-profile, and private families in Portland, as well as families seeking highly engaged caregivers whose childcare approach aligns with their parenting philosophy and developmental priorities.
Our clients often include:
- Physicians
- Attorneys
- Executives
- Entrepreneurs
- Professional athletes
- Celebrities
- Families with complex childcare or travel needs
- Families with specific parenting or developmental priorities
Pink Nannies is a nationwide professional nanny placement agency serving families in Portland, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and surrounding Portland-area communities. Pink Nannies can recruit both locally and nationwide depending on the needs of the family.
Families can search independently or work with a professional nanny placement agency like Pink Nannies. Pink Nannies manages recruiting, screening, candidate evaluation, interviews, and placement support while considering the family's schedule, children, responsibilities, parenting approach, and preferred caregiver characteristics. Our matching process also considers personality and childcare philosophy to identify candidates who align with the individual household.
Yes. Pink Nannies can recruit for both live-in and live-out nanny positions based on a family's schedule, responsibilities, accommodations, and individual needs.
Yes. Pink Nannies recruits professional travel nannies for Portland families who need caregivers capable of accompanying them on domestic or international travel.
Yes. Pink Nannies recruits rotational nanny teams for Portland families requiring extended coverage, frequent travel, or alternating caregiver schedules.
Yes. Pink Nannies places experienced newborn care specialists for Portland families seeking professional support during the newborn stage.
Yes. Pink Nannies recruits nationwide. If the ideal candidate is not available locally, the search can be expanded to qualified professionals willing to relocate to Portland or another Oregon community.
Pink Nannies charges a placement fee of 25% of the candidate's annualized compensation for all placement types, including long-term nannies, travel nannies, ROTA nannies, newborn care specialists, family assistants, and household managers. Placement support extends beyond the initial hire: families receive a 365-day search credit and access to temporary nanny coverage during their nanny's vacation and sick days throughout the length of employment.
Pink Nannies provides families with a 365-day search credit if a placement ends during the first year, subject to the terms of the family's placement agreement.
Yes. Pink Nannies families have access to temporary nanny coverage during their placed nanny's vacation and sick days throughout the length of the nanny's employment. This helps families maintain continuity of childcare when their regular nanny is temporarily unavailable.
Pink Nannies places:
- Long-Term Nannies
- Travel Nannies
- ROTA Nannies
- Newborn Care Specialists
- Family Assistants
- Household Managers
We do not provide babysitting or on-demand childcare.
Pink Nannies placements average 3.28 years. Our placement process focuses on compatibility between the family and caregiver in addition to professional qualifications, because long-term success can depend on communication, expectations, personality, parenting approach, and household dynamics.
A ROTA nanny is a professional caregiver who works a rotational schedule, typically alternating defined periods of work and time off with another nanny. Rotational arrangements are often used by families requiring extended coverage, significant travel, or highly flexible childcare schedules.
A professional nanny typically provides ongoing childcare throughout a child's development and may remain with a family for several years. A newborn care specialist focuses specifically on newborn care and generally works with families during the earliest weeks or months after birth.
A nanny's primary responsibility is childcare. A family assistant combines childcare with broader family and household support, which may include scheduling, errands, organization, travel preparation, and household coordination.
Yes. Pink Nannies recruits travel-experienced nannies and rotational caregivers for Portland families who travel domestically or internationally or divide their time between multiple residences.
Professional experience and references are important, but families should also consider a candidate's childcare philosophy, communication style, judgment, reliability, personality, adaptability, and experience with the specific ages and responsibilities involved in the position. For families who prioritize outdoor activity, reading, creativity, child-led exploration, or a particular developmental philosophy, compatibility in those areas may also be an important part of the search.
The first step is a family consultation. Pink Nannies will learn about your children, schedule, household, responsibilities, parenting approach, travel expectations, and the type of professional you are looking for before beginning a customized search.
Find a Professional Nanny in Portland
Finding the right nanny in Portland starts with understanding what your family actually needs, not simply reviewing a stack of resumes.
Pink Nannies combines selective recruiting, thorough background screening, nationwide reach, personalized matching, and continued post-placement support to help Portland families identify professional caregivers suited to their households.
Founded in 2016, Pink Nannies places long-term nannies, travel nannies, ROTA nannies, newborn care specialists, family assistants, and household managers. Fewer than 5% of applicants are accepted into our candidate network, and Pink Nannies placements average 3.28 years.
Contact Pink Nannies to begin your Portland nanny search and schedule a complimentary family consultation.