When you hire Rest Easy Newborn Care for daytime services, your newborn care specialist will come to your home and will tend to your baby's every need throughout their time in your home. Your newborn care specialist will be responsible for:​​

• Changing diapers (disposable or cloth)

• Monitoring developmental milestones

• Feeding (breastmilk or formula)

• Washing and sterilizing bottles and parts (including breast pump)

• Swaddling/putting baby to sleep

• Bathing

• Providing age-appropriate stimuli

• ​Monitoring for medical concerns

• Utilizing techniques to encourage good sleep hygiene

• Formal sleep training at appropriate age

• Supporting physical growth through activity

• Tracking baby’s activities (feeding, sleep time, diapers, etc)

• Washing baby’s laundry

• Cleaning/stocking nursery

• Monitoring for postpartum mood disorders in parents

• Providing referrals for services outside of NCS scope

• Utilizing specialized network of professionals for persistent or complex issues

• Supporting solid food introduction at appropriate age

Daytime Care is provided any day of the week in blocks of at least 4 hours.

You may elect to utilize these services 1-7 days a week.

Many families hire a Newborn Care Specialist for 6-12 weeks following the birth of their child(ren), but the length of time you choose to utilize services is completely up to you. If you're a seasoned parent who just needs some extra help adjusting to your new routine, perhaps two weeks is enough to leave you feeling supported and confident moving forward. If you're a new parent, you're expecting multiple babies (twins, triplets, etc.) or know that your child will require extra care due to medical or developmental needs, perhaps you'll want services for several months.

We can discuss your needs during a consultation if you're feeling unsure of what may be best for you.

Hiring Rest Easy for daytime care is a wonderful option that ensures your newborn's needs are met while you spend your day working, running errands, attending appointments, or practicing self-care. If you are out of the home when your NCS is working, your newborn care specialist is equipped with comprehensive emergency plans and strictly follows safety protocols to ensure the well-being of your baby.

You may also choose to stay home, in which case, you're welcome to spend your time catching up on household chores, resting and recovering, or learning alongside your Rest Easy newborn care specialist.

Rest Easy Newborn Care is thrilled to support your breastfeeding efforts! Whether you are strictly breastfeeding, strictly pumping/bottle feeding, or doing a combination of both, your newborn care specialist is here to help. Your NCS will help you keep track of your newborn's feeding schedule and will bring your baby to you when they're ready to eat. It's important that you are comfortable, hydrated, and nourished to ensure the best feeding experience for you and your newborn, so your NCS will offer to bring you water or snacks and will check in to make sure your space is cozy and you're comfortable. If you want privacy during breastfeeding, your NCS will happily tend to other tasks while you and your baby connect during feedings.

Rest Easy Newborn Care will share helpful tips and resources to help you make the best of your breastfeeding experience, and when necessary, can refer you to a professional lactation consultant if you're needing extra support.