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Nice to meet you all, my name is Selah. I am fluent in both Spanish and English, and I am currently learning ASL. I have 2 years of experience as a nanny with a family and many years of babysitting. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Lactation Consultant and a trained doula. I have a huge passion for all things mom,...
Selah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Taylor N.
Metairie, LA
$22-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Health Care Professional - CPR Certified, CNA (L&D, Postpartum And Peds)
As a caregiver, my passion stems from my desire to make a positive difference in children's lives. With over 15 years of child care experience, I've gained expertise in caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I am CPR Certified and my most recent work experience is as a Certified Nursing Assistant on a...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Darece and my husband and I are so excited to have moved to Gretna last summer to be closer to our grown children and other family members. I'm 60 years old and have been self employed for 22 years as a licensed massage therapist and Pilates instructor along with the last 2 years running a cleaning business for...
Darece can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Darece has cared for our children for years. Her gentle approach, wisdom, age appropriate activities, guidance and partnership with our family has been critical to our children’s development. She is highly reliable, fair in price and extremely trustworthy. Any new...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
Sweet greetings! My name is Telisha. Throughout my time supporting families with their children I have been a passionate educator, mentor, doula, and now a most proud mother to my own sweet baby girl as of August of 2022! We are a very energetic pair who love being outdoors eating up the sun (with snacks!) Some of...
Telisha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My son is a tough cookie to crack. Telisha was able to identify his personal language within an hour and he has requested her ever since."
Maryam F.
Kristy M.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thoroughly Trained, Highly Experienced- Infant, Toddler, Child, And Teen
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kristy, and I am excited to meet you and your family. I look forward to being a beneficial, productive, and valuable resource for you, your children, and your household- so that you all can take a deep breath and truly enjoy eachother, rather than getting caught up in the unknown logistics that accompany family...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kristy is the best! She took care of our three children ages 4,3 and 1 year full time for about 6 months. She is calm, loving and nurturing. My children loved her and were always sad to see her leave at the end of each day. She helped keep our house tidy and...
Laura D.
Imara Rose G.
New Orleans, LA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Childcare Professional With 10 Years Of Multicultural Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings families!
Soy Imara, I am an enthusiastic youth mentor, immersive artist, herbalist, and Doula apprentice. With 11+ years of childcare and teaching experience, I am engaging and prepared to provide holistic care for a diverse spectrum of young learners. I am inclusive, energetic, adaptable, patient, and trilingual!...
Imara Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Imara was amazing with our two year old little girl - so fun and loving. She was also prompt and communicative. Couldn't recommend her more. "
Elizabeth C.
Hello parents and caregivers,
My name is Jennifer. I recently graduated from Vanderbilt with a Ph. D. in English Literature. My future aspiration is to start my own business as a grant writer and to become a doula. In the meantime, I'm returning to something I've done for many years, both formally and informally: child care....
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I'm not quite new to child care, but I only recently took steps toward making it a job of mine, one of a few passions. I enjoy babysitting but prefer nannying and making the whole family's life a bit easier with light housekeeping, laundry, pick up, and drop off and meal prepping according to diets. I prefer child care of...
Annelise can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Juliana C.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a mental health therapist who has lots of work and personal experience with kiddos. I've been an aunt since I was 11 years old; I now have 6 nephews (including 1 godson), and now a great niece! I have been babysitting since my teenage years for different families, and have worked with children in various capacities...
Juliana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Miranda S.
New Orleans, LA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am CPR and BLS certified. I currently work as a Lead Infant Daycare Teacher full time. I'm also a certified birth and postpartum doula. I have experience with many ages as I have also worked as a substitute teacher for ages infant-5yrs, worked as a childcare worker for ages infant to 10yrs, and I am also a mom to 2 kids...
Miranda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Parenthood is one of the most joyful life transitions, and also one of the most overwhelming! As a postpartum doula and nanny, I aim to support parents by providing practical, informational, and emotional support and knowledgeable, responsive, and respectful child care. As a mom myself, I know how important it is for caregivers...
Jenny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Jenny is a very kind, caring and compassionate person who is committed to providing the highest quality childcare possible. She also has extensive training as a doula, and is an excellent resource for mothers navigating the postpartum period. "
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Before graduating high school and college, I often volunteered at various day cares and schools. I love working with children. Child care gives me a chance to enlighten a child's life by teaching him/her new things.
Having over 20 years in babysitting, I find myself learning more about children everyday! It's exciting and new....
Reiona can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was Fantastic for a last minute child care need. Very professional! Kids loved her!!!!! Will definitely hire her again!!!!!!!!! So happy!!!!!"
Scharmaine B.
I speak three languages, I love cooking and I love children! I love taking care of them! I am born and raised in New Orleans. I am Greek Orthodox and a certified nurse, doula and CPR and first aid!
Haydee can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Metairie, LA
Darece C.
5.0
Darece has been an absolute delight as both our former nanny (1.5 YO at the time) and current babysitter (2.5 YO). Her cheerful disposition, kindness, and boundless energy makes her so great with kiddos; our toddler can't get enough of her! We can always count on her to be reliable and punctual,...
- Heather S.
Telisha B.
5.0
My son is a tough cookie to crack. Telisha was able to identify his personal language within an hour and he has requested her ever since.
- Maryam F.
Kristy M.
5.0
Kristy is the best! She took care of our three children ages 4,3 and 1 year full time for about 6 months. She is calm, loving and nurturing. My children loved her and were always sad to see her leave at the end of each day. She helped keep our house tidy and organized. When she was there my blood...
- Laura D.
Imara Rose G.
5.0
Imara was amazing with our two year old little girl - so fun and loving. She was also prompt and communicative. Couldn't recommend her more.
- Elizabeth C.
Jenny A.
5.0
Ms. Jenny was exactly what our family needed to make going back to work bearable for me. She was so attentive and kind to our sweet boy as he grew from a tiny newborn to an infant. Our son formed a deep secure attachment with her so quickly and was always so happy to see her. Looking back, I...
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Metairie, LA
How much does a doula cost near me in Metairie, LA?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Metairie, LA 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 Metairie, LA?
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 Metairie, LA 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 Metairie, LA 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 Metairie, LA by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Metairie, LA?
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 Metairie, LA.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Metairie, LA?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Metairie, LA, 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.