Sitting should be fun

Nau mai, haere mai ki Big Sister — a team of friendly, responsible teen sitters who treat your tamariki like whānau.

We understand the mauri of your home and how important it is to feel confident when you leave your little ones in someone else’s care. That’s why our sitters bring not only energy and creativity, but also mātauranga (wisdom), reliability, and genuine aroha for working with tamariki.

Whether it’s a date night, a few hours after school, or help on the weekend — we’re here so you can step out with peace of mind, knowing your tamariki are in safe, caring hands.

We’re About The Little People…

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PLAY WITH PURPOSE

We keep your tamariki happy and engaged with creative activities, games, crafts, and stories — not screens. Every moment holds mauri, and we make sure it’s time well spent, filled with ako, fun, and aroha.

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TRUSTED & RESPONSIBLE

Our sitters may be young, but we take our mahi seriously. We show up on time, follow your tohutohu carefully, and always put the safety and oranga (wellbeing) of your tamariki first.

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JUST LIKE A BIG SISTER

We connect with tamariki on their level — someone they can laugh with, talk to, and feel safe around. It’s manaakitanga with heart — care that feels more like whānau than a formal sitter.

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PARENTS COME FIRST TOO

We get it — finding a sitter you trust is hard. That’s why we keep you informed, follow your kawa and tikanga (house rules and customs), and respect your kainga like it’s our own.

Meet Our Sitters

Ané Sonnekus
Ané SonnekusToddler Specialist
CPR Trained …

Get in touch with us today.