With a Good Night’s Sleep, Every Morning is Brighter.
What Does a Newborn Care Specialist Do?
A Newborn Care Specialist is charged with meeting the needs of the baby and parents. This looks different for every family and every baby. It’s our specialists’ job to be proactive and anticipate needs before they arise during waking hours and sleeping time.
Our Newborn Specialists will do whatever is best for you. These are some of the services they provide:
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Sleep training
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Nursing/lactation support
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Bathing baby
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Keep feeding / sleeping / changing logs
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Baby’s laundry
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Cleaning bottle and pump parts
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Nursery organization
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Regular restocking of diapers, wipes, formula, etc.
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Recognizing signs and helping with food allergies or intolerances
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Maintaining family values and confidentiality
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Sleep training
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Nursing/lactation support
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Bathing baby
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Keep feeding / sleeping / changing logs
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Baby’s laundry
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Cleaning bottle and pump parts
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Nursery organization
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Regular restocking of diapers, wipes, formula, etc.
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Recognizing signs and helping with food allergies or intolerances
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Maintaining family values and confidentiality
Hiring is Easy!
For your peace of mind and to ensure we make the best possible match for you and your baby, we suggest
you begin interviewing our terrific candidates (and selecting one!) ASAP.
Getting Started
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During the Search
We’ll send you our cream of the crop candidates that match your criteria for interviews and we’ll refine as needed.
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Hiring
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Ongoing Support
Mom’s Best Friend will support you through your entire childcare journey. We can also help you find just the right daytime nanny.
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Our Newborn Care Specialists Are Highly Experienced
We know it’s a huge decision to make – a sense of true connection and complete trust are the highest priorities of new parents.
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An extensive online application
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An in-person comprehensive interview
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References checked and former employment verified
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Extensive criminal background investigation
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Sex offender search
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SSN verification and at least one other form of legal identification
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Motor vehicle records check
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Highest level of education verification
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CPR and First Aid Training
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Agency Training: Nanny Professional Development
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Social Media Screening
**A credit check and 5-panel drug/health screening is available per long-term client’s request at an additional cost.
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Are You Among The Few, Uniquely Qualified, Top- Notch Candidates Called To Become A Mom’s Best Friend Newborn Care Specialist?
Pricing/Rates
All services subject to an 10 Hour Minimum
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is a Newborn Care Specialist Another Term for a Night Nanny?
Many times the terms Newborn Care Specialist and Night Nanny are used interchangeably. However, think of it this way, a Newborn Care Specialist is more of an educator for the parents whereas a Night Nanny is more of a support person. Although there is currently no official certification for the Newborn Care Specialist industry, a NCS will have specialized knowledge and training for a newborn’s development including feeding, sleep training, lactation support and educating parents about their newborn. A Night Nanny will take care of an infant overnight, usually at the direction of the parent to ensure the baby’s safety so the parents can focus on getting sleep at night.
2. Are all Newborn Care Specialists trained to use the same methods?
No. We work hard to match parents with the Newborn Care Specialist trained in methods and philosophies that best matches the parents’ practices. Even though all of our NCS are extremely experienced, they will always take direction from parents. However, we have found that many parents rely heavily upon the guidance and expertise of our NCS.
3. What if my baby is born before my due date?
No problem! We know that babies rarely come on their estimated due date, so we work with parents to choose a start date that makes sense based on their Obstetrician’s advice. We will be as possible based on the NCS’s availability.
4. How long should I work with a Newborn Care Specialist?
We suggest anywhere from 6 weeks to 24 weeks (6 months). Our goal is for our parents to feel comfortable and confident caring for their newborn.
5. Is a Newborn Care Specialist only for new parents?
No! We’ve even had families hire a Newborn Care Specialist to help sleep train their three-year-old and for a variety of other young child-related issues.
6. Do I pay my Newborn Care Specialist directly?
Yes, you are their employer. We will work with you if you need help setting up payroll arrangements.
7. How do I handle taxes for my Newborn Care Specialist?
We can introduce you to our expert payroll partner, HomeWork Solutions. They can answer any tax-related questions and/or set up a proper deduction and withholding plan.
1. Is a Newborn Care Specialist Another Term for a Night Nanny?
Many times the terms Newborn Care Specialist and Night Nanny are used interchangeably. However, think of it this way, a Newborn Care Specialist is more of an educator for the parents whereas a Night Nanny is more of a support person. Although there is currently no official certification for the Newborn Care Specialist industry, a NCS will have specialized knowledge and training for a newborn’s development including feeding, sleep training, lactation support and educating parents about their newborn. A Night Nanny will take care of an infant overnight, usually at the direction of the parent to ensure the baby’s safety so the parents can focus on getting sleep at night.
2. Are all Newborn Care Specialists trained to use the same methods?
No. We work hard to match parents with the Newborn Care Specialist trained in methods and philosophies that best matches the parents’ practices. Even though all of our NCS are extremely experienced, they will always take direction from parents. However, we have found that many parents rely heavily upon the guidance and expertise of our NCS.
3. What if my baby is born before my due date?
No problem! We know that babies rarely come on their estimated due date, so we work with parents to choose a start date that makes sense based on their Obstetrician’s advice. We will be as possible based on the NCS’s availability.
4. How long should I work with a Newborn Care Specialist?
We suggest anywhere from 6 weeks to 24 weeks (6 months). Our goal is for our parents to feel comfortable and confident caring for their newborn.
5. Is a Newborn Care Specialist only for new parents?
No! We’ve even had families hire a Newborn Care Specialist to help sleep train their three-year-old and for a variety of other young child-related issues.
6. Do I pay my Newborn Care Specialist directly?
Yes, you are their employer. We will work with you if you need help setting up payroll arrangements.
7. How do I handle taxes for my Newborn Care Specialist?
We can introduce you to our expert payroll partner, Home Work Solutions. They can answer any tax-related questions and/or set up a proper deduction and withholding plan.