Weddings
On-site crèches so parents fully engage with the ceremony, dinner, and dance floor.
The grown-ups can dance while we handle the play.
Premium on-site childcare for life's most meaningful milestones. We turn a quiet corner of your venue into a vibrant world of curated activities for your youngest guests.
Our Care
Every occasion, curated care.
Professional childcare designed to integrate beautifully with your venue, schedule, and aesthetic.
Corporate
Family-friendly conferences and galas where teams stay focused and parents feel at ease.
Private Galas
Boutique evening care for milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and residential gatherings.
Setup & Design
Aesthetic furniture, sensory toys, and craft stations tailored to your venue and theme.
The Standard
Vetted for safety, chosen for warmth.
Rigorous background checks
Every caregiver passes local and national background screenings and identity verification.
CPR & pediatric first aid certified
All on-site staff are certified in pediatric first aid and emergency response.
Expert early educators
Former teachers and childcare professionals with years of dedicated event experience.
Fully insured, end to end
Comprehensive liability coverage for every event so hosts can relax completely.
Meet the Owner
Amanda Zinsser
Amanda is a mother of three with a background in social work and early education. A stay-at-home mom who truly loves children, she brings both professional expertise and genuine warmth to every event.
She is CPR and first-aid certified, and in addition to running JoyJar Kids, Amanda homeschools her own children and is an active participant in her children's co-op — where she serves as a teacher for children ages 3 to 15.
Mother of 3CPR & First Aid CertifiedSocial Work & Early Ed
How It Works
Three simple steps to a calmer celebration.
- 01
Tell us about your event
Share your date, venue, guest ages, and any vision you have for the kids' space.
- 02
Receive a tailored proposal
We design a staffing plan, activity menu, and play setup matched to your celebration.
- 03
We arrive and take care of the rest
Our team sets up, supervises, and quietly packs down — so you only see the joy.
Packages
A package for every celebration.
From intimate ceremonies to grand overnight affairs, choose the level of care that fits your event.
Ceremony Coverage
Best for: Couples who only need childcare during the ceremony and cocktail hour.
- 1 professional sitter
- Up to 2 children
- 3 hours of care
- Quiet activities & coloring
- Text updates to parents
- Basic snack supervision
Reception Relief
Best for: Parents who want to enjoy dinner and dancing.
- 1 experienced wedding sitter
- Up to 3 children
- 5 hours of care
- Games, crafts, movie setup
- Assistance with dinner & bedtime routines
- Hotel room or bridal suite supervision
VIP Kids Table
Best for: Weddings with several children attending.
- 2 sitters
- Up to 8 children
- 5 hours of care
- Crafts & activity station
- Kids movie corner
- Wedding-themed games
- Setup/cleanup included
- Group supervision during dinner
Luxury Wedding Childcare Suite
Best for: High-end Fairfield County weddings at venues/hotels.
- 2–3 professional caregivers
- Up to 10 children
- 6 hours of care
- Dedicated childcare room setup
- Premium toys & crafts
- Pajama/movie lounge
- Individual bedtime support
- Parent paging/text system
- Fully insured event childcare service
Most Popular
Overnight Wedding Nanny
Best for: Out-of-town guests and late receptions.
- Overnight sitter/nanny
- Up to 2 children
- Care from reception through morning
- Bedtime routine
- Overnight monitoring
- Morning breakfast assistance
Kind Words
From the families we've cared for.
"The best decision we made for our wedding. Our guests didn't have to choose between their kids and our celebration."
Eleanor & Thomas
Garden Wedding
"When JoyJar Kids takes charge, the grandparents can finally dance."
The Martinez Family
Family Reunion
"Amanda and her team gave us the gift of presence. We actually enjoyed our own retirement party."
Robert & Lynne
Retirement Celebration
"Our kids asked when they could go back. That says everything."
Priya & James
Reception
"Professional, warm, and beautifully organized. Worth every cent."
The Whitfield Family
Anniversary Gala
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Make your event memorable for everyone.
Inquire now for a tailored proposal and availability for your upcoming dates.
Service Area
Wedding sitters across Fairfield County, Connecticut.
JoyJar Kids provides on-site event childcare and wedding sitters throughout Fairfield County, CT and the greater tri-state area. If your venue isn't listed below, reach out — we travel.
- Greenwich
- Stamford
- Darien
- New Canaan
- Westport
- Fairfield
- Norwalk
- Ridgefield
- Wilton
- Weston
- Easton
- Trumbull
- Bridgeport
- Shelton
- Monroe
- Newtown
- Danbury
- Bethel
- Westchester County, NY
- Litchfield County, CT