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Mommy of two myself. I was a stay at home mom for a few years while working inside the home and home-schooling my oldest. I am an internationally certified doula. Many years of childcare experience under my belt. I've worked with all ages of children. I am the oldest of five and grew up a latch key kid taking care of my younger...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family, my name is Usara but you can call me Sara. I used to be a full time babysitter for 2 years and then part time for more than 3 years. I have a doula certificate and experience with 0-6 years old kids. I can drive and have my own car. Now I'm looking for night nursing Mon-Sun (8pm-6am). Please feel free to contract me....
Usara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is everything one family can ask for !! Amazing person in and out, very friendly, and my babies loved her since the first day they met her !! She was very helpful!! she worked for my family for 3 months, and we were extremely happy with her service! She is...
Labinot I.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Empowerment, education and support are my goals as I work with families. Having been drawn to birth work for many years, I am so grateful to pursue my dream of serving as a postpartum doula. A lifelong love of learning keeps me motivated to continuously expand my knowledge through classes and personal study in this specialized...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy is absolutely amazing. She worked as a nanny for our baby for 3 months, starting when he was 2 months old. She was supportive to us as parents and the baby LOVED her. We moved out of the state but would have loved to have taken Amy with us! "
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Courtney W.
Chicago, IL
$28-44/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Courtney and I am 27 years old. I moved to Chicago from Iowa in 2019 after graduating with my liberal arts degree along with 6 credits of early childhood education.
My experience includes more than five years providing childcare to family and close friends along with helping at my hometown church with Wednesday night...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney is fantastic - she has been the full-time primary caregiver for our (now) 7-month old son. Over the past 4 months, Courtney has helped him with developmental milestones, fine motor skills, and is beginning language/sign language development. Every day,...
Stefanie W.
Sydnee B.
Chicago, IL
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional House Manager, Nanny And Newborn Care Specialist Available In September
5.0
(1)
Hello All! I am a loving and nurturing Professional Nanny, House Manager, Newborn Care Specialist, Night Nanny and training DONA Doula in the Chicago area. I am a second generation child care provider who has nannied and assisted countless families part time throughout elementary, high school and college and proceeding on to...
Sydnee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"With 3 kids under 4 in our house, it's always better after Sydnee's been here. Our older boys light up every time they see her, and she's been a huge help as we've hired her to help us overnight with our newborn too! We trust Sydnee implicitly, and can't say...
Liz W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children and families in various capacities as a birth/postpartum doula, childbirth educator, Infant sleep educator, Certified Nursing Assistant, caregiver, nanny &. I've gained a wealth of insight into special areas such as twins and infant sleep development.
Janaye can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She helped take care of my wife while she was sick. she was dependable and very caring"
Dale R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love spending time with children reading, singing, playing, and watching them learn and grow. I have 30+ years of experience caring for children including raising four children of my own. I have taken classes in psychology and child development. I have experience as a doula and a certified breastfeeding educator. I would love...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula is amazing!! She watched my son a lot and even for a full weekend. She became like part of our family and I wish I still lived near her. She was always my first call any time I needed a sitter. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Ashley Y.
Hello, Potential New Family!
My name is Becca and I come with 25 years of experience with kids. I am a Certified Holistic Doula and plan to take a Postpartum Doula course in the future. I have worked with every age range, but my favorite are the teeny people that still want to snuggle. I love teaching these little ones to...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with infants and children because they are such wonderful teachers! They remind us of the beauty found in the small moments in every single day. I truly believe that this begins at birth.
My journey began over 20 years ago, as I was enrolled in the early childhood program in my high school. From there, I became...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, curious and honest!
I like working with kids because I am a doula who support families and children during the before birth and after. I love caring for children of all ages as I worked at my families daycare since 2016.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and easy going.
I started...
Taniya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
I have worked as an early childhood educator for over 10 years and recently graduated with a Masters in Child Development as well as received my Postpartum Doula Training certificate.
I'm looking to support families through the transition from adulthood into parenthood, and help with raising their children.
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jade, I'm 22, and I'm a May 2021 Howard University graduate with a degree in Health Education, with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health. I've always had a passion for working with women and children, which can be shown through my studies and professional development. I'm a DONA-trained birth doula, with...
Jade can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Michelle M.
Evanston, IL
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Michelle and I am a professional nanny for over 10years. I am a mother of 3 amazing girls. I am currently attending school to be a postpartum doula. Taking care of kids is my passion and I enjoy running around with the little ones and being silly while putting a smile on their little faces .
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Ryann R.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 31 years old. I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. I've worked in many different settings as a caregiver any where from local babysitter, camp counselor, preschool setting, a doula, and a full time nanny. I've worked with children as young as newborn through teenagers. I enjoy caring for children...
Ryann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I'm Yemilee. I started working with kids back in 2018. My first family had two children: a 3-month-old girl and a 3-year-old boy. I worked with them for six months. Given my exceptional care and support, they invited me to move with them to New York. However, I was studying at the time, and after thinking it over, I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10+ years of experience caring and teaching children ages 2-15. I grew up with almost two lives- half city girl and half country girl! My mom was a doula and hospice care worker, so I have learned compassion and patience throughout all walks of life. Some things that I love is art, pets, and cooking! Anything hands on is...
Halie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Misty P.
Melrose Park, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Misty and I am a professional Newborn Care Specialist/Postpartum Doula with over 15 years of experience working with children. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, CPR certified and am also bilingual English/Spanish. I have worked in a classroom setting (6 weeks through preschool), worked as a nanny for...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I have work and in charge of 10 years old and in up in schools and after school programs. Helping with homework and art programs. I am also training to be Doula.
Skills:
CPR
I am birth and postpartum doula and mother of two. Loving, patient, energetic personality. I love working with children and exploring the world together. I'd love to care for little ones to fill some extra free hours I have.
Mayra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Parker H.
Chicago, IL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have always loved working with kids and feeding their creativity and supporting their sensitivity to the world. I currently work with teenagers in a Wilderness Therapy program and I am looking to spend more time nannying and working with younger kids. I have lots of first aid medical training and I grew up with a mom who was a...
Parker can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Park Ridge, IL
Usara I.
5.0
Sara was amazing with my newborn. I loved how she checked in during my pregnancy and has so much knowledge about breastfeeding and infants. I am a new mom and knew nothing about babies. We used her for night shifts. She was a huge help first weeks of bringing home a new baby.
When my milk...
- Melissa C.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy started as a nanny with our family when our daughter was four months old. I was nervous beforehand as this was our first non-family caregiver, but any worries were quickly dispelled as I could tell right away we were in great hands. Amy has blown me away with her extreme professionalism. She's...
- Rachel F.
Courtney W.
5.0
Courtney is fantastic - she has been the full-time primary caregiver for our (now) 7-month old son. Over the past 4 months, Courtney has helped him with developmental milestones, fine motor skills, and is beginning language/sign language development. Every day, Courtney comes prepared with...
- Stefanie W.
Sydnee B.
5.0
With 3 kids under 4 in our house, it's always better after Sydnee's been here. Our older boys light up every time they see her, and she's been a huge help as we've hired her to help us overnight with our newborn too! We trust Sydnee implicitly, and can't say enough about her ability to truly...
- Liz W.
Janaye M.
5.0
Janaye is a fantastic human to be around: she is humble, caring, and compassionate. Janaye has cared for our daughter for nearly 2 years, and her attentive and engaging approach to childcare and development amplifies our child’s language development, and expands her sense of adventure and security....
- Michael L.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Park Ridge, IL
How much does a doula cost near me in Park Ridge, IL?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Park Ridge, IL is $23.00. 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 Park Ridge, IL?
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 Park Ridge, IL 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 Park Ridge, IL 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 Park Ridge, IL by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Park Ridge, IL?
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 Park Ridge, IL.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Park Ridge, IL?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Park Ridge, IL, 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.