ELSY Melara

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Newborn Care Specialist
Los Angeles, California
25 years of experience
5.0
About me

I'm a dedicated professional and a proud mother to two beautiful young ladies who inspire me every day. With over 20 years of experience in the child care industry, I am deeply passionate about supporting families during the precious early weeks of a newborn's life. In addition to my professional credentials, I bring a positive, can-do attitude to every interaction. My love for learning something new every day fuels my work, as does my passion for crafting artisanal soaps, spending time with family and friends, and exploring the great outdoors through travel and camping. I'm an active member of my community, constantly supporting various non-profit organizations and charities. I offer a range of services designed to make your transition into parenthood smoother and more joyful. From setting up the nursery, assisting with first baths, and caring for multiples to providing circumcision care and reflux support. I'm here to develop healthy sleep routines, assist with breastfeeding, and help transition your baby from breast milk to formula. I also offer lactation education, postpartum support, and multicultural postpartum recovery care. As a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, trained by Gentle Ventures Holistic NCS Training and certified through the Newborn Care Specialist Association, a sleep trainer through Summer's Sleep Secrets, and a Certified Postpartum Doula trained through CAPPA. I specialize in the care of newborns from 0-16 weeks, and I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to every family I work with, continuously enhancing my expertise through ongoing trainings, workshops, and courses. Above all, I am deeply committed to providing the support you need in this incredible journey of parenthood. My approach is always filled with love and care, and I take immense joy in being around babies, helping them, and their families, in the most formative weeks of their lives. Let's navigate this beautiful journey together, caring with love every step of the way. My commitment is to build a warm and trusting relationship with you, offering ongoing education and a safe space for you to express your feelings during this transformative time. Let me be your dedicated partner on the journey to achieving well-restedness and a harmonious family life.

Education

Certified Newborn Care Specialist by NCSA (2022)

Certified Newborn Care Specialist by AADP (2023)

Certified Postpartum Doula by CAPPA (2025)

Certification and training

Newborn Care Specialist by Gently Venture’s Training (2023)

Newborn Care Specialist by Summer Hartman (2022)

Postpartum Doula Training by Cappa (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

Newborn Care Specialist Association

CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association)

Credentials
CPD NCS
Specialties
Newborn Care
Languages

English, Spanish

Accepted insurances
Carrot
Service introduction

Newborn Care Expertise: Your baby's well-being is my top priority. With extensive training and years of experience in newborn care, I'm equipped to offer a wide range of skills and knowledge to ensure your baby receives the utmost care and attention. From feeding and soothing techniques to establishing a comforting sleep routine and celebrating developmental milestones, I am here to guide you through every aspect of your baby's growth and development. Postpartum Support: As a parent, I understand the challenges of the postpartum period. As your dedicated postpartum doula, I offer valuable support to ease this transition. From providing emotional support to sharing practical tips for self-care and managing the demands of early parenthood, I am here to guide you through this particular time.

Packages
The Bundle
Include All the overnight support for the newborn and mother
$50.00
USD Per hour
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

Elsy’s support has been invaluable to me as a new mom. She has equipped me with tools that have greatly benefited both my baby’s well-being and my own peace of mind. From teaching me how to prepare bottles and understand my baby’s cues to sharing effective sleeping techniques and self-care tips, her guidance has been transformative. I’m incredibly grateful for the care and expertise she has provided. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to any parent seeking support!

- Ligia W.

5.0

The most wonderful, professional, compassionate and amazing newborn care specialist/postpartum doula. She is a true expert in everything she does. Not only is she amazing with babies but she is amazing with new parents! She wears many hats - teacher, therapist, baby whisperer, etc. I could never recommend her enough.

- Paige B.

5.0

I highly recommend Elsy as a Newborn Care Specialist - her extensive experience combined with her love for what she does put our minds at ease when we brought our baby home. Her guidance on sleeping, feeding, and developmental milestones is so helpful, and she goes above and beyond to be a true partner to us as new parents while providing exceptional care to our baby. She is calm, capable, trustworthy, reliable, and has a great sense of humor.

- Reed K.

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