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Lela M.
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Irvine, CA 92618

from $25 per hour

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About Lela

Experience: 10 yrs

Hi Care. com families! My name is Lela. I have 25+ years experience working with children ages 0-18 years of age. I have worked in a school setting as well as in private homes. I started as a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I then worked as a teacher with special needs children for 7 years. While working in the school setting I also worked as a nanny. I am now a certified newborn care specialist, postpartum doula and sleep trainer and consultant. I still work as a professional newborn nanny as well. I specialize in taking care of infants, educating and guiding parents on safe infant care techniques. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Reviews

5.0
based on 2 reviews
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Kobea B.

Reviewed on 10/25/2021

I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was his feeding schedule as she quickly identified that our son was not frequently enough. Immediately we made small tweaks by increasing his daily eating times and amount, which subsequently greatly improved his sleep time. Lela actively engaged with our son to develop his awareness, core strength, hand/eye coordination, and some early developmental social skills. She took the initiative to take him on walks with the baby carrier when he needed to wind down from a busy day of activities. Everything from tummy time, to singing, to playtime made us feel confidence in knowing we have one of the best to watch him.

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

Willing to care for up to 3 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$25-50/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$25/hr

2 children

$25/hr

3 children

$31/hr

Can help with

Child care

Qualifications

Education

Fullerton College - 1997

Some college

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Certified teacher

Doula

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

Special needs care

Trustline Certified California

Other Qualifications & Credentials

Certified Newborn Care Specialist

Certified Postpartum Doula

Certified Sleep Trainer/Consultant. Experience teaching REI and Montessori Method

Experience Teaching Baby Sign Language. Certified as a Children and Young Adult Etiquette Consultant. Fully V

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

Safety

CareCheck

Completed

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