Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)
Many new parents face uncertainties about how best to care for their newborn, and it is during this time that support can be invaluable.
A Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) plays a critical role in alleviating the challenges of early parenthood.
Often mistakenly referred to as a "baby nurse" or "night nurse," an NCS is a highly trained and experienced professional specializing in newborn and infant care, as well as providing crucial guidance to parents.
The expertise of a Newborn Care Specialist goes beyond simply caring for the newborn. They offer nurturing support, help establish healthy routines, and empower new parents through education and hands-on assistance. Whether it’s offering advice on feeding and lactation, implementing sleep training techniques, or providing care for multiples or premature infants, NCSs are equipped with a diverse skill set tailored to each family's unique needs.
NCSs undergo extensive training that prepares them to deal with a wide range of situations, from general newborn care to specialized support for infants with unique needs. Their training typically covers essential topics such as caring for premature babies, lactation support, managing special needs infants, and helping parents navigate the transition into parenthood with confidence.
Night nannies typically rely on experience rather than formal education when caring for newborns.
Postpartum Doula (PPD)
A Postpartum Doula offers comprehensive support to families during the postpartum phase, encompassing physical, emotional, and informational assistance.
Their expertise lies in guiding families through the transition period following the birth of their baby.
The primary focus of a Postpartum Doula extends to the well-being of the mother, partner, and the entire family, while also providing essential newborn care.
Additionally, they may lend a hand with light household chores, organization, and basic meal preparation during daytime visits.
Both a Postpartum Doula and a Newborn Care Specialist serve as invaluable sources of support for families welcoming a new baby into their home.
New Parent Educator
The New Parent Educator works with families during pregnancy and postpartum, preparing families for the newborn arrival and educate on newborn care.
Lactation Educator
The Lactation Educator provides basic lactation education and assistance with breastfeeding.
Offers encouragement, emotional and physical support, guidance, and referrals.
Educates on breast pumps, bottles, different feeding techniques, and safe breast milk handling.
Childbirth Educator
Offers non-biased perinatal information, resources, support, encouragement, and guidance.
Educates families on different birth options, assists to create birth goals, and importantly helps families understand their rights.
Provides non-medical comfort techniques for labor, such as movement, position changes, visualization, breathing techniques, affirmations, and more.
