Find Trusted Doulas Near Me in Ellicott City, MD
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24 doulas are listed in Ellicott City, MD
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby doulas is 10 years
Doulas in Ellicott City, MD
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a care giver through and through from my younger siblings, to community babysitter in high school, to raising my own four children as a stay-at-home-mom for a decade, to being a foster mom to four children throughout the course of two years, to working as a birth and postpartum doula most recently. I am a calm,...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Heather is one of the top two babysitters we ever had! She is so loving and patient, can handle a lot of chaos!"
Care member
Rachell W.
Catonsville, MD
$25-53/hr • 20 yrs exp
Certified Childcare Director Available To Care For Your Children
5.0
(6)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I am a birth and post partum doula and 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+ years as a teacher in various centers. I have experience working with special needs and autism. Currently...
Rachell can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I'm so in love with the fact that she embraces my son as if he was her own my son lots her so much to the point I think sometimes he doesn't want me an I'm his mother but overall she is very flexible with payment and tries to work with you, she is very punctual,...
Shavonni J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm excited to support your family and give you ease of mind that your child/children is in good hands. I am a professional care taker of 15 years. I have an associates degree in psychology and social behavior sciences. I'm a master reiki energy work practitioner and certified doula. I've been a big sister all my life and I am a...
Asha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Took care of my 2 daughters with great care taking them to activities and school etc. very reliable and loving. "
Care member
Blossom J.
Columbia, MD
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
Ada C.
Columbia, MD
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience with child care. I worked with one family starting when the baby was 4 months old. Throughout that two years I have also been hired for date night and after school jobs from families in the neighborhood I worked in.
I have postpartum Doula training but never paid to get certified. I am at the end of...
Ada can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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:
CPR
First Aid
Kimberly R.
Catonsville, MD
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny - Personal Family Assistant - Wellness/Health Emphasis
I held a position for Mothering Mommies as a Post-Partum Doula for about 1 1/2 years and also cared for a family with 4 children while raising my 2 children for over a year. Would love to care for a family that would benefit from my specialized yoga skills. I was also a substitute teacher from K-12 for over 12 years in the...
Kimberly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
What is a doula? A trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.
I am a recent Doula graduate with a certified nursing assistant license. I am looking to...
Rickayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"She is awesome with our two little children. They love her. She follows direction and is extremely attentive . She also always has them tucked in bed upon return. She has become apart of the family!"
Cara B.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Jocelyn F.
Baltimore, MD
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Doula 1 Yr+ | Frederick, MD | Always Happy And Cheerful | Love Serving /helping Orhers
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic mother of a very silly little prince who is now 4. I am a professional birth worker. I am a birth and postpartum /infant care doula as well as a childbirth educator and placenta encapsulation specialist. I am a full time mom as well as a doula. I truly love working with kids and helping to support...
Jocelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very punctual and communicates so well! My babies love her, she does an amazing job every time she visits us."
Erica H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Gemma. I am a CERTIFIED POSTPARTUM DOULA, based in Montgomery County, helping families during the 4th trimester. I help parents navigate those beginning weeks and months after birth. If you are due to have a baby soon or have recently had a baby, I would love to help with your new addition.
I pride myself in...
Gemma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"I cannot adequately express how truly terrific Gemma has been. We are so thankful to have Gemma take care of our now 4 month old son twice per week. He is all smiles whenever she comes over, and she is such a natural with him; he just loves her, and she cares for...
Nadia C.
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:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica watched our newborn overnight several times and she couldn't have made us feel more comfortable. We interviewed her several times and she was very patient with us as we learned the ins and outs of hiring a night nurse / overnight sitter for the first time....
Patrick Q.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Quiana R.
Greenbelt, MD
$29/hr • 20 yrs exp
As a certified teacher and doula, I've dedicated the last two decades to supporting families and nurturing the development of children. My passion lies in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive, learn, and grow. I consider myself patient, calm, and creative, always seeking imaginative ways to engage...
Quiana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
I assisted in my mother's home daycare starting in my early teens. Further, my brother is 14 years my junior and I have a significant guardianship role in his life, even taking lead to facilitate his 504 plan starting in elementary school. I have some experience caring for disabled children and young adults ranging from mild to...
Lacey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been taking care of newborns, toddlers, and small children for more than 20 years in Virginia, D. C., and Maryland. I have worked with individual families for many years, the longest being 8 years with a family of five children. Most recently I have worked with a family with one child for more than four years, including...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Ellicott City, MD
Heather W.
5.0
Heather is one of the top two babysitters we ever had! She is so loving and patient, can handle a lot of chaos!
- Care member
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.
Asha H.
5.0
Took care of my 2 daughters with great care taking them to activities and school etc. very reliable and loving.
- Care member
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
Rickayla D.
4.0
She is awesome with our two little children. They love her. She follows direction and is extremely attentive . She also always has them tucked in bed upon return. She has become apart of the family!
- Cara B.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Ellicott City, MD
How much does a doula cost near me in Ellicott City, MD?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Ellicott City, MD is $20.00. 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 Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Ellicott City, MD?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Ellicott City, 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.