Welcome to ABC Nannies. After 30 years supporting families, our agency represents the best night nannies (a.k.a night nurses), Newborn Care Specialists, Postpartum Doulas and sleep trainers in the country – the cream of the crop, each hand-selected by our founder, Ginger Swift.
Whether you have a singleton, twins or triplets, we have pre-screened providers to meet your needs. Every ABC newborn care provider is carefully screened (including detailed reference and background checks), and thoroughly vetted to provide loving care during these critical months.
With the support of ABC, you’ll have peace of mind when you need it most.
Experienced nannies are our speciality – day and night. Our night nannies (known as “night nurses” in some parts of the country) are experienced, carefully vetted caregivers who specialize in overnight care for newborns and infants.
Their primary role is to tend to your baby’s every need: feeding, diapering and soothing them back to sleep at night. They’ll also work along side you to create healthy sleep habits, assist with baby-related household chores, and ensure you’re able to recharge for the daytime demands of parenting.
From the moment you arrive home from the hospital until your baby is sleeping through the night, you can rest easy knowing we’ve got you covered.
Newborn Care Specialists (NCS) – formerly called “baby nurses” or “maternity nurses” – are formally trained professionals who specialize in newborn care, day or night. They provide hands-on, nurturing care for your baby and nonjudgemental support for parents navigating infancy.
NCS’s are well-versed in infant safety, healthy sleep patterns, sleep routines, feeding food allergies/intolerances, as well as infant soothing techniques. Additionally, many of our NCS’s also have experience caring for preemies, multiples, medically fragile babies.
Whenever you need support, we can help. From 2-7 nights a week for the first few months, to 15-20 daytime hours each week, to round-the-clock (a.k.a 24/7), live-in care during your baby’s first 3-6 months, we’ve got you covered!
They say it takes a village to raise a child – consider a Postpartum Doula (PPD) or Registered Nurse (RN) to part of your village. With a focus on maternal care and parental guidance, our PPDs will rally around you while you bond with newborn.
They provide flexible, customized support for postpartum families, typically during daytime hours (4-6 hour shifts). Further, these trained professionals offer evidence-based guidance on newborn care and postpartum health, breastfeeding support, and parenting strategies. Additionally, they will also assist with light household chores and even provide care for older siblings while you rest.
Our PPDs and RNs will help you navigate early parenthood with confidence.
Sleep is vital for a child’s development, growth, and overall well-being. Consequently, when a child is not sleeping well the effects can be disruptive, stressful and exhausting for the whole family. As such, hiring a sleep consultant, also called a sleep trainer, can be a game-changer for parents.
With a sleep consultant’s expert guidance and impartial support, you’ll say goodbye to frustrating bedtime battles and restless nights. They’ll work closely with you to understand your child/children’s sleep challenges, analyze sleep patterns, and assess sleep regressions. Then, they’ll create a personalized sleep plan, and share strategies for ongoing success.
It’s time for you and your little one(s) get a good nights’ rest.
Empowering parents through personalized newborn care services.
Our newborn care experts have the know-how, experience and training to provide non-judgmental support, helpful guidance, and hand-on support during those first critical months ensuring you, and your baby, thrive.
Say goodbye to sleepless nights and long, exhausting days. Our infant care experts will create a safe, soothing environment and provide hands-on sleep support so you and your baby (or babies) can enjoy a restful night’s sleep.
Not all babies have the same needs. Our providers have experience with preemies, twins and triplets, and medically fragile newborns including oxygen support, G-tubes, reflux support, colic, allergies and so much more.
Choose a schedule that works for your family: whether you need support a few nights a week for the first few months, daytimes while you’re on maternity leave, or even 24/7 live-in care – we can help. It’s flexible scheduling at it’s best.
Newborn care is not one-size fits all. This period in your parenting journey is unique, as are your needs. As such, our newborn care services are completely customizable.
Our experienced team will work closely with you to understand your preferences, parenting philosophies and scheduling needs. Then, we’ll hand-pick the top providers from our carefully curated group of experts for you to meet. Each has been carefully chosen for their proven experience and commitment to continuing education. They’re dedicated to ensuring safety, comfort, and sleep for your little one (and you).
Once you’ve met the ideal person, we’ll support you through the contract process and beyond. It’s truly that easy. We’ll do the time-consuming work for you, so you can spend more precious moments with your little one.
Our team is ready to find the perfect newborn care provider for your family.
Fill our quick online Family Application and a member of our team will contact you upon receipt to discuss your needs.
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“Night nurse” is an outdated term for an experienced nanny who specializes in overnight childcare. Unfortunately, it’s often quite deceptive as the vast majority of “night nurses” have no medical training, and are not LPNs nor RNs. Thus, about a decade ago, the industry term was changed to “night nanny.”
Night nannies who are looking specialize even further can take an intensive corse to learn even more about newborn care, including feeding and diaper techniques, safe sleep practices and soothing techniques, infant developmental milestones and how to support new parents in their postpartum journey. Upon completion, these individuals will be certified as Newborn Care Specialists.
Unlike daytime nannies, who are employees of the families they work for, most newborn care providers are considered independent contractors (1099 vs W2) under the law. They set their own rates, provide their own contracts, and have their own small businesses set up to handle payment professionally.
Each individual’s rate of pay is set based on their area of expertise, experience, certifications, and education. The typically pay ranges we see in this market are:
– Night nannies: $30 – $40+ per hour
– Newborn Care Specialists: $35 – $45+ per hour
– Postpartum doulas: $40 – $50 per hour
– Sleep Consultants/Trainers: $45 – $55 per hour
Yes! We have providers who specialize in providing round-the-clock, comprehensive care for families welcoming home a new baby or even multiples. These Newborn Care Specialists (formerly called night nurses) live in the home, with your family, for the first 2-6 months after the birth of your baby/babies. They are responsible for your newborn’s every need 18-20 hours per day, with a 4-6 hour break typically provided in the afternoon.
First and foremost, the safety of your newborn. They will come in and mThe top priority of your overnight care provider is the safety, health and well-being of your newborn. They’re responsible for taking care of your baby throughout the night including feeding (nursing support or formula fed), changing diapers, bathing (upon request), gently establishing healthy sleep routines, and soothing your newborn(s) back to sleep. They will also clean and disinfect bottles and breast pump parts, tidy up the nursery, and assist with the baby’s laundry (upon request).
Once their tasks are complete, they will lightly sleep while your baby is sleeping. Typically, in the same room on a mattress, bed or recliner.
sure your baby feeds (whether you are nursing or using formula), chanar. Some will also do baby laundry if requeste
We suggest you schedule care based on your needs and your budget.
Our newborn care providers are available 8-12 hours/night, 2-7 nights per week, and some even provide 24/7 coverage for up to 6 months.
Families typically hire newborn support for their little one(s) for the first 3-6 months of their life – sometimes less, sometimes longer. The number of nights you schedule care is up to you; some families prefer help 2-3 nights per week while others need 5-7 nights a week.
If your baby/babies are not sleeping through the night at the end of your contract with your night nanny or Newborn Care Specialist, you may be able to extend your contract with the same provider or schedule another provider for additional time.
Our three decades of success stems from a multi-faceted approach to candidate recruitment, including our growing Newborn Care service. While we leverage every recruiting resource available to us, a remarkable 60+% of our annual placements consist of repeat providers – on their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th+ placement – and word-of-mouth referrals from other great night nannies, NCS, and infant care experts.
We truly value our strong bond with the NCS community. We host educational seminars, actively participate in NCS conferences, and maintain close ties with agency owners nationwide. These connections have allowed ABC to cultivate a comprehensive, curated candidate network of newborn care providers – the best of the best, and nothing less.
By fostering trust and delivering unparalleled service, we’ve become the go-to agency for individuals seeking the pinnacle of newborn care staffing expertise.
Yes – ABSOLUTELY! Vetting and identifying great candidates is about so much more than checking a few references and running a background check. Our rigorous applicant screening process, refined over three decades, is designed to identify individuals who have the passion, character, and experience needed to do the job well and weed out the rest. Less than 10% of applicants make the cut.
Learn more about our comprehensive screening process HERE.
While it’s advisable to start your search for newborn care earlier rather than later, 3-6+ month lead time is acceptable. Beginning your search early allows us ample time to hand-pick providers specifically for your family, and ensures you have plenty of time to interview potential matches and make a well-informed decision without feeling rushed.
But if you’re short on time, don’t worry! We can help you too. We often have providers who have breaks in their schedules who can assist. Call us and we’re happy to discuss your needs specifically.
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