Abbey McLaughlin
Grand Rapids, MI
Quick Info…
30 years old
Married with one dog named Peach
Book editor (freelance)
Infant care provider since 2013
Bachelor’s in English and Creative Writing from Indiana Wesleyan (2017)
Certified in Infant & Adult CPR and First Aid (Red Cross 2026)
Clean background
Clean driving record
Vaccinated (incl. TDAP, COVID, Flu, etc.)
Non-smoker
Joyful, flexible, responsible gal
Experienced with…
Babies with colic
Preemies
Newborn multiples (twins and triplets)
Acid reflux & gas relief practices for infants
Feeding tubes and side-lying feeding
Sleep training methods
Driving infants (and car seat safety practices)
Safe sleep best practices
Blended or complex family structures
Values…
Safety
Parent-led care (you know your baby best)
Teamwork (we’re all in this together)
Honesty
Clear communication & expectations
Flexibility (babies are always changing)
I celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Fun Facts…
I’m one of 4 kids (second-oldest)
I love the Great Lakes
I believe in Jesus (the loving one)
Sitcom and sketch comedy enthusiast
My vices are cozy blankets, oversized sweatshirts, and iced caramel lattes
Read recently: Remarkably Bright Creatures, The Wedding People, and Better Ways to Read the Bible
Podcast Favs: Armchair Anonymous and Good Hang with Amy Poehler