I am a single mother of two kind, compassionate kids, ages 12 & 15. I have looked after children in some form or another since I was a child myself. I am passionate about creating an engaging, creative, and supportive environment for the children that I care for. I love arts and crafts (crochet, painting, clay sculpture, and jewelry making), making stop motion lego videoa with my kids, planning events (some of my kids' birthday parties were beyond epic), cooking nutritious meals, and emotionally supporting my charges. I have over 10 years of experience as a roller skate instructor. Through that role I taught kids one on one and in group environments how to roller skate, roller dance, and safely skate in the skate park. I was also in charge of our Summer camps and organizing our end of year performances.

NEWBORN & FAMILY CAREGIVER Caring, experienced, and dependable childcare provider with nearly three decades of babysitting and childcare experience, beginning at age 11. Extensive hands-on experience caring for newborns and infants, including raising two children of my own. Experienced with feeding, diapering, soothing, sleep routines, household support, and responding to the changing needs of babies and children. Known for being calm, nurturing, responsible, and attentive to detail. Have also provided informal support to friends and their families as they navigated new parenthood. Comfortable working independently and providing overnight care. Naturally a night owl, making overnight newborn care a particularly good fit. NEWBORN & CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE Cared for my own two children from infancy through their teenage years. Supported friends and their families as they entered parenthood, including providing practical childcare and household support. Comfortable recognizing and responding to babies' needs, including hunger, tiredness, discomfort, and the need for soothing. Prepared bottles and meals appropriate to children's ages and needs. Maintained clean, safe, and comfortable environments for babies and children. Provided attentive supervision while allowing children to develop confidence and independence as they grow. Established and maintained consistent routines around feeding, sleep, play, and bedtime. Provided reassurance and emotional support to children during transitions and unfamiliar situations. Communicated with parents regarding children's routines, needs, activities, and anything that occurred during their care. Comfortable providing overnight care and responding to children's needs throughout the night. Naturally comfortable keeping nighttime hours and maintaining a calm, quiet environment. Parent & Household Manager Ongoing Parent of two children, providing extensive firsthand experience with newborn, infant, toddler, school-aged, and teenage care. Managed feeding, sleep routines, bathing, dressing, hygiene, activities, school schedules, appointments, and household responsibilities. Prepared nutritious meals and snacks and managed household food preparation. Maintained a clean, organized, and safe home environment. Managed laundry, household cleaning, shopping, scheduling, and other day-to-day responsibilities. Organized activities and outings appropriate to children's ages and interests. Provided emotional support and helped children navigate challenges with patience and consistency. Balanced children's needs with household responsibilities and changing schedules. Developed strong practical judgment around children's safety, routines, and well-being.