A Baby Nurse/ Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) will take care of everything related to newborn care. Baby Nurses/ NCS have a deep understanding of newborns’ developmental stages. Most Baby Nurses/ NCS are not Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), but most have completed newborn care training, including Newborn Care Specialist coursework, certifications, and continuing education, to stay current with the latest newborn care philosophies and standards, and are CPR-certified. Many have also completed training as doulas or postpartum doulas.
Baby Nurses/ Newborn Care Specialists will take special care of your baby and you! They will teach you how to care for your newborn:
- Bathing techniques
- Bedtime routine
- Feeding, diapering, dressing
- Washing the baby’s laundry
- Maintaining your baby’s room
- Lactation consultation
- Umbilical and circumcision care
- Dealing with colic, gas, and excessive crying
Additionally, they will help establish a schedule for the baby. This will help normalize parents’ sleep patterns once private Baby Nurse/ NCS services are no longer in use.
The time spent with a Baby Nurse/ NCS should be pleasant and gratifying- you will spend many hours together!
Is a Baby Nurse / Newborn Care Specialist right for me?
- Will I need rest after giving birth?
- Will I need help with breastfeeding and/or pumping?
- Could I use some help establishing a schedule for my baby?
- Will an extra pair of hands make me feel more secure?
- Will having someone experienced in umbilical cord care and circumcision care be of value to me?
These are just some of the questions to ask yourself when deciding whether you’ll need a Baby Nurse/NCS.
The length of a Baby Nurse/ NCS’s stay is usually between 1 and 6 months, but is negotiable depending on the needs of the family.
Because you and your Baby Nurse/ NCS will spend many hours together, we encourage a face-to-face interview with candidates to ensure their skills and personality are the right fit for you and your family. After all, you will be sharing wonderful memories in very intimate moments.
Interviewing a prospective hire is often as simple as having an initial phone conversation, followed by a face-to-face interview. Some families wish to have their Baby Nurse/ NCS meet with the mother’s OB/GYN and/or the prospective pediatrician.
How far in advance should I book a Baby Nurse/ Newborn Care Specialist?
- Any time after the first trimester – the sooner, the better!
When do Baby Nurses/ Newborn Care Specialists start?
- Some Baby Nurses/ Newborn Care Specialists go to the hospital and accompany the family home, or welcome you at your home upon your return from the hospital.
- Some Baby Nurses/ Newborn Care Specialists assist the family with preparations, including nursery setup.
What are the costs of a Baby Nurse/ Newborn Care Specialist?
Baby Nurses/ NCSs typically base their rate on a 20-hour day with a four-hour consecutive break. Rates vary based on experience, credentials, location, schedule, and the number of children in the household. The average daily rates below represent a conservative estimate of the current market. Please get in touch with our team for the most up-to-date rates and candidate availability based on your family’s specific needs.
- $600.00–$850.00+ for Singletons
- $800.00–$1,100.00+ for Twins
- $1,100.00–$1,500.00+ for Triplets
If your family is looking to find and hire a qualified Baby Nurse/ Newborn Care Specialist, consider working with an agency like Pavillion Agency Inc. Get started by filling out our application.
For qualified candidates seeking a position, please visit our For Applicants section to learn how you can join our team.
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