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Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a mother of 3 children myself and a professional postpartum doula and infant care specialist with a degree in psychology and years of experience working in child welfare. I will gladly care for your children like they are my own.
Abbey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Holly H.
Des Moines, IA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elementary School Teacher - 8 Years Kindergarten Academic Advisor - 3 Years Doula - 10 Years
Hello! It's great to meet you!
I'm looking forward to working with you and your family. I'm a fun, energetic, and empathetic childcare professional.
I love working with kids, and have been a preschool and elementary school teacher for over 8 years in California, Vietnam, and China. After many years teaching in classrooms of...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We recently started working with Holly as our babysitter, and the connection was instant. She’s incredibly upbeat, making every moment a joy for our family. Holly’s professionalism and knowledge in baby care shines through in everything she does, and her cooking...
Qiuhua D.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Ankeny, IA
How much does a doula cost near me in Ankeny, IA?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Ankeny, IA is $15.00. 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 Ankeny, IA?
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 Ankeny, IA 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 Ankeny, IA 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 Ankeny, IA by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Ankeny, IA?
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 Ankeny, IA.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Ankeny, IA?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Ankeny, IA, 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.