Newborn Care and Post Partum Dula Specialists

Newborn & Postpartum Care

Common job titles

• Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)
• Postpartum Doula
• Night Nanny / Night Nurse (non-licensed term in some states)
• Infant Care Specialist
• Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

What they do

• Establish infant feeding/sleep routines, diapering, swaddling, soothing
• Overnight care so parents can sleep
• Educate parents on newborn cues, safe sleep, pumping/formula best practices
• Light baby-related tasks: bottle sanitizing, baby laundry, nursery organization
• Postpartum recovery support for parents (emotional support, resources)

Typical setting

• In-home for the first 12–16 weeks (sometimes longer)
• Night shifts, 8–12 hours; some day support for coaching

Qualifications

• NCS training/certifications (various reputable programs)
• CPR/First Aid (infant)
• IBCLC for clinical lactation support (if applicable)
• Vaccinations often requested (Tdap, flu)

Scope & boundaries

• Not a medical provider unless licensed; cannot diagnose or treat
• “Night nurse” title can be regulated—use accurate titles