Aaliyah
Certified Newborn care specialist, postpartum doula & Early Childhood educator
“When I’m not rocking your precious baby to sleep, you can find me spending time with loved ones and exploring our city of Providence!”
a brief bio
Aaliyah has years of experience as a nanny, caring for children ages newborn-5 years old. She facilitates an engaging, evidence-based, and stress-free approach while working with the children she serves, and enjoys partnering with families to ensure a positive and safe foundation with safe & age-appropriate goals and expectations. Aaliyah comes from a military background and has worked with families who are on active duty; she welcomes those with open arms! She looks forward to providing a safe, interactive, and nurturing environment for you and your little one.
OFFERINGS
Diapering
Changing
Bathing (first sponge bath, then regular bath)
Soothing
Circumcision & umbilical cord care
Bottle preparation & storage
Bottle feeding (Breastmilk & Formula)
Communication with breastfeeding parent to schedule feeds and transport baby back and forth to and from (when feeding overnight)
Wash and sterilize bottles, pump parts, pacifiers, etc.
Organization & maintenance of nursery
Baby's laundry (washing, folding, and putting away)
Create a regular feeding schedule
Assist in establishing healthy sleep habits
Keep nursery tidy and stocked
Maintain a log that tracks the baby's feeding times, ounces, diapers, and anything else parents may need to know.
Create a smooth transition for the family during the newborn stage (birth-3 months)
Assist you with any (baseline) feeding issues baby may have, including formula feeding and breastfeeding support or knowing when to recommend pediatrician or IBCLC support for extensive issues.
Troubleshoot potential issues of concern with the newborn and offer professional options to resolve them
Infant CPR (when needed)
Providing a safe and healthy sleep environment for baby at all times
Sleep Conditioning by using a gentle approach to help your baby develop sleep habits that lead to sleeping throughout the night
Parent education and emotional support
WITH EXPERIENCE IN
Reflux
Colic
Supporting mothers with Perinatal Mood Disorders
Umbilical cord care
Supporting breastfeeding mothers
Twin Care
Gentle Sleep Shaping
RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE
LR Family – (Daytime Care)
Provided consistent daytime care for newborn, including feeding, napping, and developmental stimulation
Created calm, engaging environment with age-appropriate play and bonding
Supported family with daily reports, gentle routine shaping, and postpartum assistance
DP Family (Overnight Care)
Managed overnight newborn care, including feeds, diapering, and settling back to sleep
Created and implemented customized sleep routines, helping baby sleep independently
Provided detailed nightly logs and collaborated with parents on schedule transitions
HG Family (Overnight Care)
Maintained calm, nurturing nighttime environment and supported feeding transitions
Monitored infant safety and comfort, allowing parents to rest confidently
Cared for newborn during overnight hours, supporting consistent sleep training methods
KA Family (Overnight Care)
Delivered overnight care for newborn including bottle prep, feeding, and gentle settling techniques
Tracked baby’s overnight behaviors to guide sleep shaping and parental guidance
Ensured safe sleep environment in line with AAP guidelines
EP Family (Overnight Care – 12-Hour Shifts)
Provided high-attention care for extended overnight shifts (7 PM – 7 AM)
Assisted with feeding, diapering, sleep soothing, and room setup for optimal rest
Helped family gradually implement sleep schedule and support for developmental milestones
MM Family – Overnight Newborn Care
Infant (Second Child), Started at 4 Days Old
Supported breastfeeding mother experiencing painful latch and engorgement
Guided through pain management using hand expression and pumping techniques
Provided bottle feedings every 2–3 hours to allow mom uninterrupted rest
Implemented paced bottle feeds to reduce spit-ups and improve latch control
Washed and sterilized bottles and pump parts nightly
Woke mother in early morning hours to pump as needed
Maintained nursery inventory, organized supplies, and managed baby laundry
JH Family – Overnight Newborn Care
Second Baby Girl
Delivered overnight care with a focus on safe, evidence-based practices
Provided consistent bottle feedings and supported mom’s pumping routine
By 8 weeks, baby was sleeping one 5-hour stretch with follow-up feeds
Washed and sterilized pump parts promptly to aid mom’s return to sleep
Maintained clean, organized nursery environment
MH Family – Overnight Newborn Care
Second Child, Post-Hospital Arrival
Supported anxious mom with compassionate, knowledgeable care due to prior health concerns with first child
Documented detailed nightly logs to share with parents and other caregivers
Ensured breast pump parts were cleaned and sanitized for oversupply relief
Assisted with paced bottle feeding, diaper changes, burping, swaddling, soothing, and circumcision care
MR Family – Overnight Newborn Care
Second Child, Transition to Family of Four
Provided full overnight care with bottle feeds while mom pumped and rested
Maintained a comprehensive log of sleep patterns, feedings, diaper output, and baby’s temperament
Helped mom feel rejuvenated and supported during early postpartum phase
MD Family – Overnight Newborn Care (Twins)
Boy and Girl Twins
Cared for newborn twins overnight, establishing structured bedtime routine
Bathed, fed, swaddled, and settled both infants nightly
Provided extra care for baby boy with colic: used tummy massage, leg exercises, paced feedings, and upright positioning
Educated mom on proper nipple sizes and bottle feeding best practices
Ensured individualized care while maintaining harmony in twin schedule
CLIENT LOVE NOTES
“Aaliyah has been a joy to work with. Each night that she is over, a weight is lifted off my shoulders because I know my baby is in great hands while I am able to REST.” Marissa M.