My Experience & Expertise

I'm Ashley, a mom, the founder of Loving Care Collective, a dedicated Early Childhood Care and Education Specialist, and a Postpartum Doula. I know first hand how overwhelming it can feel to find someone you can trust to care for your children, especially in those early weeks and months of parenthood. With years of experience in education, newborn care, and family support, I created Loving Care Collective to help parents navigate this season with confidence, clarity, and the genuine care they deserve.

Why Families Trust My Expertise:

I hold a degree in Child and Adolescent Psychology and I’ve spent more than 12 years in childcare and early childhood education. My various roles have allowed me to understand parents’ needs throughout childhood, from infancy to adolescence.

My expertise extends beyond households and classrooms. I have in-depth knowledge of the Washington Administrative Codes (WAC) that regulate childcare programs in WA, have conducted extensive background checks, and have represented schools during licensing and health department visits. I understand what is required to create a safe, nurturing environment where children to learn and grow.

Where My Experience Comes From:

Nanny

I've provided hands-on, personalized care in family homes, so I know what excellent care looks like day to day.

I still actively work as a nanny and I hold every credential I require of the caregivers I match.

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Postpartum Doula

I support families after childbirth, specializing in families welcoming multiples and families with existing children welcoming a new baby. I focus on newborn care, parental and family well-being, and household adjustments with compassion and understanding for each family’s individual circumstances.

Small Business Owner


I have built Loving Care Collective from the ground up, which means I know how to create systems, lead with intention, and show up consistently for the families I serve.

School Director, Youth Development Director & Administrator

I’ve overseen childcare & preschool programs ensuring compliance with all state requirements for early learning programs. I have also vetted, interviewed, hired, trained, and mentored early childhood educators. I know how to spot skill, passion, and expertise in this field.

Lead Teacher/Team Lead

I’ve managed Early Childhood classrooms, developed and trained other teachers on curriculum, classroom management, and safe environments.

What Sets My Screening Process Apart

Washington State holds licensed childcare programs to clear standards for the adults who care for children. Nannies and private caregivers work in family homes, often on their own, without that same oversight. I believe those children deserve the same training, accountability, and protections, so I hold every caregiver I match to the standards Washington sets for early learning professionals.

Find Your Nanny Match

  • Every caregiver is registered with the state through MERIT, holds a STARS ID, and has a state-registered background check on file. This is the same clearance expected of licensed early learning professionals, so a caregiver's history has been reviewed and verified before they meet your family.

  • Every caregiver holds current certification.

  • Caregivers routinely prepare meals and snacks, and young children are especially vulnerable to food borne illness. The food handler's card is a one-hour course in safe food handling, and it's a requirement that directly protects your child's health.

  • Washington requires MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination for those working in licensed programs. I also require the whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine. Infants are too young to be fully immunized, and pertussis can be life-threatening for babies. A vaccinated caregiver lowers the chance of bringing these illnesses into your home.

  • Tuberculosis spreads through the air, and early illness is easy to miss, so testing is the reliable way to know. I require a negative test within the last 12 months or at the time of hire.

  • Even experienced nannies have often learned on the job, and habits and standards vary widely. Childcare basics training gives every caregiver a shared foundation in child safety, health, and development, so your child receives consistent, informed care.

  • I require at least two years of experience as a teacher or caregiver in a licensed facility or a family's home.

  • For any role that involves driving, I require an abstract driving record. It shows a caregiver's history behind the wheel, including serious violations and license status.

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