From Caterpillars
to Butterflies
Every child grows in their own perfect time. Emma Lu Nanny Care matches Charlotte families with caregivers who nurture, protect, and celebrate every stage of the journey.
Lisa Stewart
Founder, Lead Educator & Heart Behind the Mission
Meet the heart behind Emma Lu
"We pledge love and faithfulness to our little caterpillars — to support and encourage their growth into brilliant butterflies."
Lisa Stewart is a lead educator, parent, and believer in quality care with over 15 years of dedicated child care experience.
Emmalu Nanny Care's mission is to devote quality childcare to hard-working families in our Charlotte community — giving you peace of mind with talented caregivers proficient in child development, while promoting a nurturing atmosphere that prioritizes the well-being and safety of every child.
— Lisa Stewart, Founder
The journey from caterpillar to butterfly
We call the children in our care caterpillars — because every child is on their own beautiful path of becoming.
Caterpillars
The little ones in our care
Every child starts here — curious, hungry to learn, full of potential. We honor where they are today.
Chrysalis
A safe space to grow
Trust, routine, and unconditional love create the safe space children need to develop confidence and skills.
Butterflies
Ready to take flight
Our goal is never to rush the journey — it's to celebrate the moment they spread their wings on their own time.
Care that fits your family
Every family is different. Every match is personal. We listen first, then build the right care around you.
Full-Time Nannies
Consistent daily care from a nanny who knows your family's rhythm, values, and routines.
Part-Time & Hybrid
Flexible weekly schedules built around your work, school runs, and family life in Charlotte.
Date Night & On-Call
Vetted sitters available for date nights, weekends, and when life calls for backup care.
Newborn Specialists
Postpartum and newborn care from caregivers trained to support your littlest caterpillars.
Educational Nannies
Lead educators who weave learning, development, and play into every day of care.
Travel & Event Care
Bring trusted care with you — vacations, weddings, conferences, family gatherings.
Honest, transparent rates
Caterpillars to butterflies — every stage gets the right caregiver at the right rate. No hidden fees, no surprises.
Single Nanny — Full Time
35–40 hours per week
- $26 – 28/hr
Caterpillars
newborn – 1 year
- $23 – 25/hr
Chrysalis
13 – 24 months
- $20 – 22/hr
Butterflies
2 – 4 years
- $17 – 19/hr
Floaters
school age and up
Single Nanny — Part Time
25–30 hours per week
- $23.75 – 25/hr
Caterpillars
newborn – 1 year
- $21.50 – 23/hr
Chrysalis
13 – 23 months
- $19 – 21/hr
Butterflies
2 – 4 years
- $17 – 18.50/hr
Floaters
school age and up
Nanny Share — Full Time
Contracts starting at
- $38/hr
Caterpillars
newborn – 1 year
- $35/hr
Chrysalis
13 – 23 months
- $32/hr
Butterflies
2 – 4 years
- $30/hr
Floaters
school age and up
Final rates depend on schedule, household needs, and caregiver experience. We'll walk through every detail with you.
How we find your perfect match
Tell us your family's story
Share your needs, schedule, values, and the kind of care that would feel like home.
We hand-pick your matches
We personally interview every caregiver. You only meet nannies we already trust with our own families.
Meet, choose, and bond
Sit-down interviews, trial visits, and full background checks. Pick the nanny who feels right.
Ongoing support, always
We stay involved long after placement. Adjustments, check-ins, and backup care whenever you need it.
Words from our Charlotte families
"Lisa didn't just find us a nanny — she found our family member. Our caterpillar lights up every morning. The match feels like fate."
The Hampton Family
South Charlotte
"We interviewed three other agencies before Emma Lu. The difference is night and day. Lisa actually listens. She actually cares."
Maya & Devon R.
Dilworth
"Our nanny has been with us for 14 months and our 2-year-old's vocabulary, confidence, and joy have exploded. This agency changed our lives."
The Okafor Family
Ballantyne
Interested in Emmalu?
Tell us what we can do for you. Lisa personally reads every inquiry and responds within 24 hours.
"We pledge love and faithfulness to our little caterpillars — to support and encourage their growth into brilliant butterflies."
— Lisa Stewart, Founder