We'll teach you how to care for your baby and answer any questions you have along the way - so you can feel confident and focus on being the best parent you can be
As a newborn care specialist, I’ll teach you what you need to know to be the best parent you can be. We’ll go over everything, from practical care to sleep training to parenting methods. I’m here for you wherever you are in your parenting journey - even if the first diaper you ever change is your baby’s!
My philosophy values patience, creativity, and independence. I’ll help you begin your new life as a parent with confidence and the support of a professional - because we all need a village.
Meet Your Team
moriah smith, ncs
After serving over 25 families during her 5 years as a full-time nanny and almost a decade in childcare, Moriah loves the opportunity to teach parents how to be the best caregivers they can be! Moriah is a Dallas native and a graduate of Booker T. Washington for the Performing and Visual Arts. She attended Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, and works as a mixed-media and collage artist and private art teacher in her free time. Ask about her art lessons for little ones! Moriah also loves to travel, and has visited 4 continents!
laura arroyo
Laura works as a private elementary school teacher, tutor, and admissions consultant here in Dallas, where she has worked with upwards of 20 families in the course of 7 years! As an educator, Laura finds fulfillment in equipping parents with the knowledge they need to help their little ones thrive, from birth to college. Like Moriah, Laura is a Dallas native, and a graduate of Ursuline Academy and Fordham University in New York City. When she’s not working with students or as administrator and consultant here at Gentle Steps, you can find Laura working on her second young adult novel. Laura is an aspiring polyglot, and is conversational or better in 4 languages!
investment
preparing for baby package
Get all the pre-baby guidance you need to make your last trimester a breeze. Includes the following: nursery setup and organization, registry and product recommendations (what you need and what you really don’t), sleep training plan, and what to expect the first few months. 4 hours, can be scheduled on separate days. $250
bringing home baby package
Our most popular package includes the following: swaddling, feeding, bathing, sleep and daytime routines, how to soothe a crying baby, how and when to babyproof your home, how to develop language skills, encouraging development through play - and more! 6 hours, can be scheduled on separate days. $375
troubleshoot session
Need a refresher? More questions? Book a troubleshoot session either in-person or virtually. $55/hour
Night off
Newborn life hits hard. Book a night off and our newborn care specialist will spend a night at your home with your baby so you can get a full night’s sleep - secure in the knowledge that your baby is only a few steps away and well cared for. 8-12 hours. $280-420
supernanny takeover
Toddler tantrums getting you down? Let us help. We’ll spend two days with your family and help you figure out what could be contributing to your toddler’s meltdowns or behavior challenges. Then, we’ll give you the skills, knowledge, and suggestions you need to help them. Starting at $480.
school and beyond
We offer tutoring and enrichment for ages 3+ and private school admissions for pre-k through high school. $65-125/hour
Patient, kind, and understanding, Highly recommend!
Chris P.
Moriah is very diligent. She is very proactive. She asked important questions and made amazing suggestions. Moriah was a great communicator. I will definitely sign up again if needed and strongly recommend her to anyone that needs an energetic, patient, and thoughtful newborn care/parenting guide.
Stephanie J.
