Ella for Parents™
Baby Helpers
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North Austin
(Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto)
Age and Experience:
34 years old with 10+ professional years
Phone: 580-977-7182
Email: amhard989@gmail.com
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs but allergic to cats.
Skills and Certifications: First Aid certified, Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Doula, Nanny, and Daycare Teacher for Babies
Comfortable wearing a mask during visit.
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning; Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; Making simple meals for the family; Help walk the dog if a parent is with the baby; Help care for other siblings; Stay with the kids and/or pets while parents are at the hospital for delivery; help with family laundry.
Foods I can Prepare During the Visit:
Banana blue berry oatmeal muffins - a great source of fiber
Korean seaweed soup - rich in vitamins, aids in recovery and milk production
Chicken & Chickpea stew - helps with milk production and inflammation
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Client Testimonials:
"She was AMAZING! She arrived on time, asked very important questions, engaged immediately, and was so kind and gentle with my son. She put me at ease and gave me peace of mind."
Lyzz T.
"She came early and kept my baby daughter happy for the afternoon while I had to run out. Ajha was very kind and caring, and we're so glad we found her!"
Laura S.
Brenda Coffield
Location: Cedar Park
Loving, patient and calm caregiver.
Age and Experience:
62 years old with 40+ years of experience.
Contact Information:
Phone: 512-865-7377
Email: lucykay22@yahoo.com
Rate: $45/hour with 4 hour visit minimum
Payment methods: Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay and Cash
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English
Skills and Certifications: First Aid certified, Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Nanny.
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; MMR; and flu
Comfortable wearing a mask during visit.
Baby + Mama+ Family Centric Care
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning; washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; making simple meals for the family; help walk the dog if a parent is with the baby; light grocery shopping and other errands if parent is with baby; help care for other siblings; stay with the kids and/or pets while parents are at the hospital for delivery; help tidy up the house; help with family laundry.
Foods I can Prepare During the Visit:
Roasted chicken with veggies
Soups
Quesadillas or tacos
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Client Testimonials: please email me for reference letters.
Kim Crawford
Location: I live in Hutto. I’m available for North, East, Central Austin. Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, Cedar Park, Georgetown. Not more than 25 miles from Hutto.
I’m CPR, NCS, experienced with singles, preemies, multiples, medical needed care. Critical Care RN/NICU RN. Knowledge of developmental milestones, experience with breastfeeding, sleep training, reflux, feeding issues, and sleep apnea. I’m outgoing, fun, love the outdoors. Very loving, give meticulous care, multi tasker, dependable, diligent, critical thinking, and very flexible with days/times. Philosophy of open communication and teamwork.
Age and Experience:
55 years old
I have 38 years as Pediatric Critical Care RN, 10 years as a nanny. I have been taking care of newborns and moms since 2014.
Contact Information:
Phone: 512-635-3790
Email: crawford.kim2@gmail.com
Rate:
$25.00-$28.00 per hour for daytime care.
$28.00-$30.00 per hour for nighttime care.
Ideally, I would like to provide at least 6-8 hours of care. 3-5 days per week.
Payment methods: Venmo, Zelle and Cash.
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English- fluent; limited medical Spanish
Skills and Certifications: Pediatric nurse, newborn care specialist, nanny and mother of own children.
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; MMR; flu; Chicken pox; Hepatitis A and B; RSV
Comfortable wearing mask during visit.
Baby + Mama + Family: Focused on baby related care, Mama’s recovery and also helping around the house (getting older sibling ready for school)
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning for baby related rooms and toys; Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; help letting the dog or cat outside in the backyard; help let dog or cat out in the backyard; tidy up the house (not just baby stuff); help with family laundry (not just baby laundry so Mom can recover).
Foods I can Prepare During Visit:
Spaghetti, Pastas, casserole, crockpot: roast, sandwich, salads
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Judith Michelle West
Location: North Central Austin, 78758
Age and Experience:
29 years old
I have about 10 years of childcare experience, including 4 years as a professional nanny. For the majority of my career I have specialized in infant care, starting as a lead infant teacher at a local daycare and then nannying for two families with multiple children from 0-5 years old. I have developed a deep passion for working with families to provide nurturing and reliable care for their children. My extensive background in childcare has equipped me with the skills to create a safe, stimulating, and loving environment, where children can thrive and develop. I am dedicated to supporting families by ensuring their children’s well-being and happiness, and I look forward to the opportunity to bring my expertise and warmth to your home.
Contact Information:
Email: West.michelle95@gmail.com
Rate:
$25 per hour with four hour minimum
Payment methods: Zelle, Venmo and Cash.
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English
Skills and Certifications: First Aid Certified; daycare teacher and nanny.
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; flu; MMR; chicken pox and Hep A.
Comfortable wearing mask during visit.
Baby + Mama + Family focused
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning for baby related rooms and toys; Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; Making simple meals for the family; help walk the dog (if parent is with newborn at home); light grocery shopping and other errands; help let dog or cat out in the backyard; help take care of other siblings; tidy up the house (not just baby stuff); help with family laundry (not just baby laundry so Mom can recover).
Food I can Prepare During Visit:
For a breastfeeding mother with out food allergies I would prepare high protein meals that where filling and nutritious. For example a vegetable omelette made with cottage cheese for extra protein and a side of whole wheat toast for healthy cards with avocado. Another example is a simple penne pasta with grilled chicken and pesto. I can also make yummy cookies and muffins with flaxseeds to help promote healthy milk supply.
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
South Austin
(Circle C, Dripping Springs, Buda)
Heather Latiolais Eure, PhD, IBCLC, PMH-C
Location: Central and South Austin; I sometimes travel outside this area depending on hours booked. Please inquire.
Age and Experience:
41 years old
I have 12 years of experience in perinatal support, including lactation care, postpartum doula support, and perinatal mental health coaching.
My background in working with new and growing families is in volunteer parent-to-parent lactation support. I now offer services as a Postpartum Doula and IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant). I have completed multiple trainings in perinatal mental health and am a Certified Perinatal Behavioral Health Coach. I pride myself in offering compassionate, evidence-based, judgment-free, inclusive care to support the whole family on their unique journey. I have specialized trainings in working with neurodivergent families, perinatal nutrition and fitness, and assessing for tethered oral ties.
Contact Information:
Phone: 512.270.9280
Rate: $50/hour weekdays, singletons; $55/hour weekends, twins. Minimum four hour booking for daytime.
Payment methods: Venmo and Cash. I have also worked with Carrot Insurance. Please let me know in advance if you would like to use Carrot Insurance.
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English and French (advanced proficiency)
Skills and Certifications: Postpartum doula; International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC); mother of own children
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; Flu; MMR; Chicken pox; Hepatitis A and B
Comfortable wearing mask during visit.
Baby + Mama + Family: Focused on baby related care, Mama’s recovery and also helping around the house (getting older sibling ready for school)
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning for baby related rooms and toys; Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; Making simple meals for the family; help walk the dog (if parent is with newborn at home); light grocery shopping and other errands; help let dog or cat out in the backyard; help take care of other siblings; tidy up the house (not just baby stuff); help with family laundry (not just baby laundry so Mom can recover).
Foods I can Prepare During Visit:
Spinach and Sausage Alfredo Shells (dairy-free), Creamy Baked Chicken, Breakfast Tacos (vegetarian or with meat), Homemade Granola. I enjoy helping with meal planning and often assist by prepping a variety of freezer meals, including quick and nourishing dinners to be cooked later in a slow cooker or Instant Pot.
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Client Testimonials:
"Heather is a godsend! She came to help me and my newborn get through some of the early postpartum days. She is warm, knowledgeable, comforting, and helpful in so many ways. There were many things I needed that she was able to assist with - breastfeeding support, questions about PT resources, quick meal tips, cleaning the house, getting my baby to sleep and frankly just a break from holding the baby. Heather helped me with all these things and allowed me to get some much needed rest. I really appreciated her empathetic and kind approach. Any new parent would benefit from her support." ~ Mandy S.
Bobbi Cornell
Holistic Newborn Care Specialist with over 20 years of childcare experience, focusing on newborns up to 16 weeks of age. A mother myself, I bring a deep understanding of both baby and mama care, grounded in attachment theory with a holistic approach. I am passionate about empowering parents while guiding and supporting them through the transition to parenthood and truly love my work.
Location: Kyle, but willing to commute into all areas of Austin with preference for Central and South Austin
Age and Experience:
39 years old with 10+ years of experience with newborns
*I have worked with many Austin families as a newborn care specialist and have many recent references and letters of recommendation.
Contact Information:
Email: bobbileecornell@gmail.com
Rate:
$32+/hour daytime (minimum 4 hour booking) and $38+/hour nighttime care (minimum 8 hour booking)
Payment methods: Zelle and Cash
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Skills and Certifications: First Aid certified, Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), Nanny, and Mother of Own Children
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; flu; MMR; Hep A and B; RSV
Comfortable wearing a mask during visit.
Baby + Mama+ Family Centric Care
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn: Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items.
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Clients Testimonials:
“From the very beginning, Bobbi has demonstrated an exceptional level of warmth, care, and dedication, making a significant impact on [our son’s] early development… She was excellent with baby-wearing, tummy time, bottle feeding, and proactive with diaper changes, ensuring that [he] received the best possible care during his early infancy... Her ability to anticipate our needs and go above and beyond in her role was something we truly appreciated.”
“Her holistic approach went beyond basic care, providing proactive, gentle solutions to any challenges that arose, such as gas discomfort, with a combination of practical techniques and homeopathic and other herbal remedies. We are deeply grateful for Bobbi’s expertise, dedication, and kind-hearted support. She has been an invaluable part of our newborn’s early days, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to any family seeking a nurturing, knowledgeable, and proactive Newborn Care Specialist.”
“I can’t recommend Bobbi highly enough to other parents of infants. Her calm demeanor, understanding of nuances in a shared (and busy) household, and knowledge of infant care was unparalleled.”
Michelle Read
Location: I live in Buda, TX but serve parents across the US as my services also include virtual services.
Age and Experience:
60+ years old
I love helping parents and want to see them thrive during this special time of their lives.
Daytime nannying for 27 years. Newborn Nighttime Nannying and Sleep Consulting for 3 years. Currently offering nighttime newborn services and Sleep Consulting.
Contact Information:
Rate:
Newborn Nighttime Service: $40 an hour - no minimum
Sleep Consulting Packages vary from $425 -$545 for a customized plan and 3 weeks of support.
Payment methods: Zelle, Venmo and Cash.
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English
Skills and Certifications: First Aid Certified; CPR certified; Nanny; Mother of Own Children
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; RSV
Comfortable wearing mask during visit.
Baby Centric: Newborn Nighttime Services and Sleep Consulting for newborns - 4 yr. olds
Newborn Nighttime: Feed (or take baby to Mom to breastfeed) change diapers, burp, get baby back to sleep after waking at night. Wash bottles and pump parts. Can start baby laundry and/or fold.
Certified Sleep Sense Consultant: Helping parents teach their baby/toddler healthy sleep skills they need to sleep through the night and take restful daytime naps.
Available Dates:
Baby nighttime services: 9PM to 7AM.
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Sleep consulting services: please check my website (above).
Client Testimonials:
"We reached out to Michelle after our previously good-sleeping 3 year old son stopped sleeping through the night. We tried everything--changing his nap schedule, nap length, and bedtime; we changed his sleep environment by adding nightlights, taking away lights, and changing his bed; we tried giving him melatonin, magnesium, and Benadryl; we even tried bribing him--nothing worked! After 5 months, we were desperate. Our pediatrician recommended we talk to Michelle, and I'm so glad we did! She provided us with a very clear plan to follow and was so supportive along the way. She also provided a very caring and judgment-free environment. Our son started sleeping through the night within a week after starting with Michelle, and as an added bonus, he started putting himself to sleep as well! We are so thankful for Michelle and highly recommend her!" ~Kate B.
"When we had our baby we decided we wanted to co-sleep. While this was so sweet we quickly learned it made everything much harder. At 2 weeks our sleepy daughter started spending more time awake and quickly refused to be put down for naps. We found ourselves 100% contact-napping. There was no hope of giving up a feeding at night because as soon as my husband put her in our bed she woke up and would only go back to sleep nursing. We tried everything! We tried putting her down drowsy, using a swing, so many methods for putting her down while she was asleep. When Poppy was 11 weeks old we decided we needed help. I talked with Michelle a few times and her warm, supportive personality ensured me that this assistance was important. Night 1 was rough, Poppy ended up in our bed. The next day we called Michelle and she helped us tweak our plan. Night 3 she slept all night in her crib and woke up 4 times. Night 4 she woke up twice. A week after we started we were having one night wake up. We especially loved Michelle’s caring support and encouragement, as well as the tweaks and suggestions she made along the way. I would 100% recommend your family working with Michelle!”
You were a GODSEND and I am SO grateful we found you and decided to work with you!"
~Kyle and Kayce M. ~ 12 week old
Antonia Rojas Jimenez
Location: South Austin
Age and Experience:
53 years old with 25 years of experience with newborns
Contact Information:
Phone: (512) 287-1062
Email: karenjimenez12@aol.com
Rate: $25/hour with 5 hour visit minimum
Payment methods: Zelle and Cash
Has own car for transportation.
Comfortable with dogs and cats.
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Skills and Certifications: First Aid certified, Newborn Care Specialist, Nanny, and Daycare Teacher for Babies
Non-Smoker
Vaccinations: COVID-19; Tdap; flu; MMR; Chicken pox; Hep A and B; RSV
Comfortable wearing a mask during visit.
Baby + Mama+ Family Centric Care
Tasks in addition to taking care of the newborn:
Light house cleaning; Washing bottles, pump parts and other baby items; Help walk the dog if a parent is with the baby; Help care for other siblings; Stay with the kids and/or pets while parents are at the hospital for delivery; help with family laundry.
Available Dates:
*Please go to our "Book Online" tab for scheduling and booking.
Interested in helping new parents
in your community?
If you have experience working with newborns and are interested in advertising your services on our website, we would love to hear from you.