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Hello! My name is Brooklyn, I am a 22-year-old African American woman, and a senior undergraduate student studying sociology at Brown University. I am from Massachusetts born raised. I am an active, energetic, attentive, and kind person who loves playing with children. I have an ample amount of experience in fostering children...
Brooklyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
(2)
With over 9 years of experience in acute psychiatric care, I've honed invaluable skills in de-escalation, emotional support, multitasking, and managing diverse needs simultaneously. My journey in this field has instilled in me patience, empathy, and the ability to navigate through challenging situations with ease.
Additionally,...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"In addition to being a caregiver to my daughter, Sophie also provided our family with support postpartum. She helped around the house, ran errands, helped with our daughter, and provided a lot of emotional support as we transitioned into parenthood. Sophie is a...
Madison H.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a seasoned mom with 3 grown children. I have spent most of my years using my Early Childhood Degree providing early childhood care for families in large daycare centers, as well as my own home daycare. For the past 10 years I have taken on a new role as a Postpartum Doula. I am available to offer assistance to new moms and...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Denise is absolutely incredible. She was a gift for our family! She helped us with childcare for our son when he was a few months old, and occasionally helped with our 2.5yr old daughter as well. Due to her tremendous experience as a post partum doula as well as...
Samantha K.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Postpartum Doula, I specialize in overnight newborn care. I have been providing overnight care for newborns for over 20 years. I have experience helping families with singletons, twins and triplets. I offer help with breastfeeding, healthy sleep habits, emotional support for the whole family, date nights and...
Kerri can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Elizabeth S.
Beverly, MA
$15-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Moms and Dads (and those soon to be!) in the Beverly, Salem, Swampscott and north shore!
I am a mature and experienced infant and newborn specialist becoming available in February when my current charge is off to daycare!
I have tons of experience, including two adult kids of my own. I have taken two post-partum doula...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi friends! My name is Laura. I am a Nanny/Household Manager. I have 10+ years experience, working with children ranging from newborn to 18. I am a certified Doula and CPR and First Aid certified.
I was born and raised in Beverly, and moved back from Austin, Texas last year. I work full time as a household manager/nanny but I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello, My name is Nairobi and I am a 26-year-old Latina who lives in the North Shore. I am the oldest of 5. I love to travel and try new foods. I have always enjoyed working with kids. I especially have experience with newborns but I have worked with children of all ages. I have listed some of my experiences below.
Full time...
Nairobi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Corey G.
Norwood, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am new to Massachusetts. I am working towards my birth doula certification and work seasonally on a farm in Weston. Childcare available.
Corey can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have raised a family of three daughters, all of whom are married. My eldest daughter has a 4-month-old, so I'm a new grandmother! While I have held many different work positions over the years, nothing has been as gratifying as raising my kids. I love children, enjoy taking them to parks, on walks/hikes, and also enjoy...
Judy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20+ years childcare experience. Looking to support families in the transition period of bringing a newborn home from the hospital.
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has babysat my 2 and 1 year old on numerous occasions and I have nothing but good things to say about her. She is always on time and has been there for my family at the drop of a hat. Many times the military has called my husband up for duty on short notice...
Jacqui R.
I have two daughters ages 33 and 25, and a grandson who is an amazing young man who is 12. I have been in Early Childcare for over 25 years and I absolutely enjoyed watching my babies grow into amazing young adults, I'm fortunate to have built lasting, long relationships with these amazing families.
I currently work as a Health...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm an early childcare certified provider. Please let me know how I can help. For privacy all references and information will only be disclosed and provided for to potential clients. I'm a responsible non-smoker provider with a safe, reliable vehicle and a clean driving record. I'm also CPR and First Aid certified......
Fiona can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Allston, MA
Sophie S.
5.0
Sophie has been sitting for my 3 kids since they were infants. She is caring, energetic, creative and completely reliable. She is also just an all-round great person. You will love having Sophie on your team!
- Tina H.
Denise O.
5.0
Denise was incredible in providing care for my infant and for myself postpartum. She was knowledgeable, resourceful and always warm and kind. We hadn’t gotten a doula with our first child because we had family coming to help but with our second child we thought the extra hands would be helpful. Even...
- Elizabeth C.
Melissa N.
5.0
Melissa has babysat my 2 and 1 year old on numerous occasions and I have nothing but good things to say about her. She is always on time and has been there for my family at the drop of a hat. Many times the military has called my husband up for duty on short notice and I know I can rely on her to be...
- Jacqui R.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Allston, MA
How much does a doula cost near me in Allston, MA?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Allston, MA is $25.00. That being said, it’s important to remember that the actual amount a doula charges per hour can vary based on their experience, the types of services you’re looking for, and other unique factors.
How can I find a doula near me in Allston, MA?
If you’re considering hiring a doula to support you in your upcoming birth, Care.com can help. You can search through a variety of Care.com doula profiles to find a doula near you in Allston, MA who offers the services you’re looking for. You can even read reviews from other mothers who worked with the doulas you’re considering hiring to get an idea of what they’re like to work with.
Is hiring a doula near me in Allston, MA safe?
Doulas don’t provide you with medical services and you will still have a doctor assist you while giving birth, but a doula can offer additional support and care during and after a pregnancy. We ask all doulas on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. If a doula completes a CareCheck they will have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We advise you to take extra precautions when hiring a doula near you in Allston, MA by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Allston, MA?
Doulas can provide support in a few ways. You can hire a birth doula to assist you during birth, you can hire a postpartum doula to provide you with care after delivery, or you can hire a night doula (also known as an overnight doula) to keep an eye on your newborn while you get some much needed rest. You can search Care.com to find the doula services you’re looking for near you in Allston, MA.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Allston, MA?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Allston, MA, it can be really helpful to interview a few different candidates to learn more about their experience and the services they offer. This is also a valuable time to see which doula makes you feel most comfortable and supported. You can ask them about how many clients they have worked with, what services they offer, and what kind of support they can provide during labor.