Find Trusted Doulas Near Me in Boston, MA
Find doulas in Boston, MA that you’ll love
31 doulas are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $25/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby doulas is 9 years
Doulas in Boston, MA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi friends! My name is Laura. I am a Nanny/Household Manager. I have 10+ years experience, working with children ranging from newborn to 18. I am a certified Doula and CPR and First Aid certified.
I was born and raised in Beverly, but I have lived in Austin, Texas for the last five years. I am excited to be making the move back...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura worked with me in a daycare setting years ago and was my go to teacher with the kids. Laura also nannied for my newborn prior to her moving. Laura is calm, level-headed, and patient. Laura has shown a love for kids that any parent would want in a caregiver. I...
Nicole W.
5.0
(2)
With over 9 years of experience in acute psychiatric care, I've honed invaluable skills in de-escalation, emotional support, multitasking, and managing diverse needs simultaneously. My journey in this field has instilled in me patience, empathy, and the ability to navigate through challenging situations with ease.
Additionally,...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"In addition to being a caregiver to my daughter, Sophie also provided our family with support postpartum. She helped around the house, ran errands, helped with our daughter, and provided a lot of emotional support as we transitioned into parenthood. Sophie is a...
Madison H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I specialize in overnight care for newborn/Infants available 9pm-6 a.m. & Babysitting with a 4 hour Min. I am a certified Postpartum Doula. I have been providing overnight care for newborns for over 16 years. I have experience helping families with singletons, twins and triplets. I offer help with breastfeeding, healthy sleep...
Kerri can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kerri took care of our 3 month old son over the weekend while we were at a wedding and she was wonderful! Our son was comfortable and happy with her right away. She took care of him and kept us updated as the night went on. If we are ever in the area again and have...
Michelle S.
Corey G.
Norwood, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am new to Massachusetts. I am working towards my birth doula certification and work seasonally on a farm in Weston. Childcare available.
Corey can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi parents! I have over 20 years experience as a nanny working with preemies, newborns and children of all ages. I'm certified as a labor and postpartum infant care doula and have many years of extensive experience with breast-feeding and milk storage/handling. My infant/child CPR certification is up to date. I also have...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, My name is Nairobi and I am a 26-year-old Latina who lives in the North Shore. I am the oldest of 5. I love to travel and try new foods. I have always enjoyed working with kids. I especially have experience with newborns but I have worked with children of all ages. I have listed some of my experiences below.
Full time...
Nairobi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have raised a family of three daughters, all of whom are married. My eldest daughter has a 4-month-old, so I'm a new grandmother! While I have held many different work positions over the years, nothing has been as gratifying as raising my kids. I love children, enjoy taking them to parks, on walks/hikes, and also enjoy...
Judy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
20+ years childcare experience. Looking to support families in the transition period of bringing a newborn home from the hospital.
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Jess!
I'm a college student working on an accelerated masters in Special Education and majoring in Elementary education!
It's been my dream to teach since I could talk, and helping kids grow and learn to navigate this crazy world is my ultimate goal in life!
I'm an extremely patient and creative person, who can find...
Jess can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have two daughters ages 33 and 25, and a grandson who is an amazing young man who is 12. I have been in Early Childcare for over 25 years and I absolutely enjoyed watching my babies grow into amazing young adults, I'm fortunate to have built lasting, long relationships with these amazing families.
I currently work as a Health...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm an early childcare certified provider. Please let me know how I can help. For privacy all references and information will only be disclosed and provided for to potential clients. I'm a responsible non-smoker provider with a safe, reliable vehicle and a clean driving record. I'm also CPR and First Aid certified......
Fiona can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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Most recent reviews for doulas in Boston, MA
Laura P.
5.0
Laura was a blessing to our family. She was absolutely incredible with our son, who she took care of full time from 9 months old to 22 months old. She always had fun things planned for them to do and made every activity a learning experience. Every day they went to the park, swimming, did arts and...
- Dawn W.
Sophie S.
5.0
Sophie has been sitting for my 3 kids since they were infants. She is caring, energetic, creative and completely reliable. She is also just an all-round great person. You will love having Sophie on your team!
- Tina H.
Kerri H.
5.0
Kerri is an amazing resource for parents! We hired her for overnight care for our newborn twin boys, and she has been extremely helpful. Beyond the incredible value of helping us to get some rest, she also offers good advice while respecting our routine and approach to parenting. She is clearly a...
- Laura K.
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FAQs for finding a doula near you in Boston, MA
How much does a doula cost near me in Boston, MA?
The average hourly rate for a doula near you in Boston, MA is $25.00. 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 Boston, MA?
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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA by running your own background check and by interviewing a handful of candidates.
What types of doula services are available near me in Boston, MA?
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 Boston, MA.
What types of questions should I ask when interviewing a doula near me in Boston, MA?
When you’re looking to hire a doula near you in Boston, MA, 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.
Ratings for Boston, MA doulas listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Doulas in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 31 listed doulas.