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Doulas in Elkridge, MD
Arriel R.
Elkridge, MD
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi Everyone I'm Arriel! I am 21 years old and have been a stay at home mom for the last year now. I have worked as a camp counselor, personal babysitter, and also have doula training. I also have a 1-year-old so have experience with babies. I love to go on walks and do water activities!
Arriel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My goal with every family is that by the end of our time together, the children felt nurtured and the family felt supported. I've been working with children of all ages for 8 years and counting. My love of pediatrics empowered me to expand my training and knowledge as I recently took the steps to become a certified full spectrum...
Robyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Robyn has been a part of our family for over 10 months now, engaging in a multitude of different tasks with our three children! She has always been kind, nurturing, active, trustworthy, and punctual. I have always appreciated how open Robyn has been with our...
Ariel C.
Rachell W.
Catonsville, MD
$20-53/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children
5.0
(6)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
I am a birth and post partum doula for 20+ yrs who specializes in multiples and overnight care while instilling healthy sleeping habits. I am also a 90hr certified childcare teacher and 45hr infant/toddler teacher. I have also been a state certified childcare center director. I have had 6+ years experience as a director and 7+...
Rachell can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachell has been an AMAZING help for helping my husband with before school care for my 2 kids! she is very punctual and professional and great with the kids. We will continue to keep her on as a sitter and will give out wonderful recommendations to anyone who is...
Rachel J.
Blossom J.
Columbia, MD
$31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as happy, flexible, and dependable.
I love working with kids! I truly enjoy their company!
I'm looking for a job that has a healthy environment.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I'm the oldest of 7, so all my life I've been looking after children!
In my spare time, I like to...
Blossom can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Blossom is absolutely the best. She never fails to exceed my expectations! I just hired to clean my house and she even watched the kids, made them food and cleaned my pool! She even taught my 4 yr son how to swim! I love her so much so sad she moved away!!!"
Care member
I am a registered nurse and a graduate student working towards becoming a Midwife and Women's Health NP. I have been working in labor and delivery, postpartum and special care nursery for 5 years. I have been babysitting / taking care of children on all ages since I was a teenager. I am ACLS, BLS, and NRP certified. As well as a...
Elite can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name Susannah and I am 27 years old and am very interested in being your sitter. I have 8 years experience as a babysitter and 6 years paid experience. Before COVID I was working part time at the Kiddie Academy in Ellicott City and prior to that I was working on and off (due to school) at a before and after care center...
Susannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings,
My name is Kendall and I am a doula, yoga teacher, and peace of mind caregiver currently located in Severn, MD. I am passionate about creating environments for others that are peaceful and calm given the fast paceness of this world. I can assist you with a variety of tasks in addition to childcare including light...
Kendall can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Alison T.
Baltimore, MD
$30/hr • 15 yrs exp
My passion for nurturing children's growth and development has led me to become a dedicated childcare provider with over a decade of experience. I feel privileged to support families by providing reliable care. As a patient, respectful, and creative caregiver, I foster a nurturing environment where children thrive. Communication...
Alison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I am a Certified Nurses Assistant who has been in the field for 10years. I have worked in many settings and different families (hospital, rehabilitation centers, clinics, in home care and special needs and more). I am a mom and enjoy working with children, encouraging and supporting them and doing fun craft activities. I am...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! I have about 9 years of experience in nannying. I absolutely love working with children! Watching their minds flourish when provided with a safe space to grow is just incredible. I am a doula and have also been through first aid and CPR training. I can do light housekeeping, errands, carpooling, crafts, help with school...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sydney W.
Reisterstown, MD
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sydney I am 23 years old, I attended Towson University. I have my degree in Communications with a minor in Spanish. I am currently a postpartum doula and one of my previous jobs was an after school program at an elementary school! I am from Baltimore and know the area pretty well so I am able to help with...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney was great with our 2 year old this summer. She was very flexible when we changed our schedule around on her too. She was always on time and I felt relaxed knowing she was with my little man while I went to work. If her class schedule this fall didn't...
Heather H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Postpartum Doula/Newborn care specialist
Hi my Name is Fernanda, I'm 31 years old.
I am a newborn care specialist and postpartum Doula. Caring for newborns and moms is one of my biggest passions in life.
Newborns demand care and attention 24hours a day, but remember that you also need to take care of yourself too, and your...
Fernanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fernanda is truly the best of the best. She is trustworthy, responsible, and communicative. She created such a warm and loving environment for my children, and they were always excited to spend time with her. I always felt she took a genuine interest in the...
Kerra M.
4.3
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Barbara. I have been a child care provider for 32 years. I'm a mother of 3 and grandmother of 10. Live in Bowie, Maryland. Have a passion for what I do as a seasoned child care provider.\nIn those 32 years I have worked as a Private Nanny, Preschool and Infant Teacher, Part-time Substitute Teacher with P. G. County...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Barbara is simply the best. She watched my three month old when I started back at work and made the transition for me super smooth. While she was great with the baby, she also was so kind and caring to my three year old as he was getting ready and off to school....
Andrea G.
Jessica V.
Burtonsville, MD
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elementary Teacher And Experienced Caregiver Seeking Position
5.0
(11)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica! I have always had a passion for children, especially babies! I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist as well as a Certified Postpartum Doula. Since 2016 I have been certified as a child sleep consultant and have a business . I also recently became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist and am working...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica was a big help (and continues to be) with my infant son. She started helping me during the week a few days when he was 3 weeks old. Jessica is very reliable and I had no worries leaving him in her care. She's even done an overnight for us. She is so sweet...
Stephanie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kathryn . I have been working with children for 12+ years now from babysitting, nannying, private and group swim lessons and much more! I have several years of experience in being a summer camp counselor as well. Fun fact - I was a firefighter and EMT my senior year of high school! Currently, I am a full time nanny in...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn is very passionate about her job and takes it very seriously. She loves kids and likes to always do the right thing! If I had kids I would absolutely hire her to watch them! She is a great chef, she will clean, and she will make sure the kids have a good...
Dexter A.
Sydney M.
Baltimore, MD
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sydney, I am 25 years old, from Annapolis, Maryland, and currently live in Baltimore near Patterson Park. Outside of being a babysitter and nanny, I am also a birth and postpartum doula with Doulas of Baltimore. I have experience with children of all ages, specializing in those under 5-year-old, especially as a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Courtney L.
Pikesville, MD
$30/hr • 17 yrs exp
Hi families! I am a former professional nanny interested in supporting families again! A little about me, I attended Howard University and worked as a nanny in the Washington, D. C. area for 8 years before moving into postpartum doula and newborn care specialist work for an additional 8 years. I have attended DONA and ProDoula...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10+ years of experience as a live out nanny as well as a classroom teacher trained in Conscious Discipline. I was a pre-school teacher for 5 years at a local pre-school and also worked at a childcare center with infants up to school aged children in previous years. I have extensive experience with a variety of special...
Shanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Ecaterina C.
Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a wellness chef and doula! I help families with self-care management and healthy eating.
I am an empathetic and responsible person that likes to keep life simple and efficient.
Ecaterina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Danielle, and I am a birth and postpartum doula and the owner of Planet Birth. My journey into doula work was an unusual one, as I worked in finance for seven years after graduating from college with a business degree. As I began to search for a more fulfilling path, I realized that my heart lies with helping...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Elkridge, MD
Robyn C.
5.0
As parents of 5-month-old twins, finding a nanny, we could wholeheartedly trust was paramount. Our search led us to Robin, and from the moment she stepped into our home, we knew we had found an exceptional caregiver. Robin's dedication, reliability, punctuality, and flexibility, combined with her...
- Andrew A.
Rachell W.
5.0
Rachell has been an AMAZING help for helping my husband with before school care for my 2 kids! she is very punctual and professional and great with the kids. We will continue to keep her on as a sitter and will give out wonderful recommendations to anyone who is looking for one.
- Rachel J.
Blossom J.
5.0
Blossom is absolutely the best. She never fails to exceed my expectations! I just hired to clean my house and she even watched the kids, made them food and cleaned my pool! She even taught my 4 yr son how to swim! I love her so much so sad she moved away!!!
- Care member
Sydney W.
5.0
Super reliable and dependable. Follows directions and asks questions if needed. Patient with my high energy 4 year old and attentive to my younger child! Always punctual!
- Jordan G.
Fernanda M.
5.0
Fernanda's profile on care.com got my attention and came highly recommended by the families she had worked for previously. As first time parents, we immediately felt at ease when we spoke to and met Fernanda. She has a calm demeanor and the ability to take charge in the most reassuring way. She...
- Amanda B.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Elkridge, MD
How much does a doula cost near me in Elkridge, MD?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Elkridge, MD is $21.00. 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 Elkridge, MD?
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 Elkridge, MD 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 Elkridge, MD 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 Elkridge, MD by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Elkridge, MD?
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 Elkridge, MD.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Elkridge, MD?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Elkridge, MD, 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.