AS681 - Newborn Care Specialist - SoHo, NYC

British American Household Staffing•New York, NY

12d•$1,000 - $1,200

About The Position

A warm, private family in New York City is seeking an experienced and caring Newborn Care Specialist to support them as they welcome their first child in mid-March 2026. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert, evidence-based newborn care while helping create a nurturing, well-organized environment during this precious early phase. The engagement begins with an initial 3-month contract with a 20/7 schedule, focused on the newborn period, with strong potential to grow into a meaningful long-term infant nanny role through 18-24 months for the right person. The family is looking for someone who is calm, confident, and highly experienced—a trusted professional who can work independently within a private household while respecting the family's rhythms, privacy, and security needs. This position is ideal for someone who finds fulfillment in working seamlessly alongside a family, providing exceptional care with a gentle, unobtrusive presence. The family prefers gentle sleep shaping approaches (no cry-it-out). During the first 30 days the mother and child will not leave the home, and the ideal candidate will have experience as a Doula and will be willing to participate in care and recovery of the mother, though this is not required. The family is willing to provide separate accommodations outside of the family's home, if the candidate is not local to NYC.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of professional newborn care experience
Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) certification required
Extensive experience with 20/7 or awake overnight newborn care schedules
Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification
Dog owner or extensive dog experience - must enjoy building a positive relationship with our family dog and participating actively in baby + dog walks
Up-to-date vaccinations (Covid, Flu, MMR, RSV, Tdap)
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Excellent, verifiable references from previous families
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Comfortable with a respectful, unobtrusive working style
Comfortable following parents lead on all discipline and developmental decisions
Prioritize safety always
NDA and confidentiality agreements required before start
Household security protocols must be followed
Comprehensive background investigation required, including criminal check, employment and education verification, credit check, and potential interview with private investigator
Calm, steady, and unflappable under pressure
Highly discreet with strong professional boundaries
Organized, methodical, and detail-oriented
Clear communicator who inspires confidence
Self-directed and proactive
Warm yet respectful presence that feels natural and unobtrusive
Service-oriented professional who enjoys working independently
Comfortable with appropriate professional boundaries
Values discretion and respects parental choices
Takes pride in anticipating needs and providing excellent care
Non-judgmental and supportive of parental decisions
Comfortable with all cleaning and organization tasks
Dog-savvy and genuinely enjoys working with dogs
Adaptable and responsive to changing needs
Able to integrate smoothly with minimal onboarding
Discretion is essential and deeply appreciated

Nice To Haves

RN or postpartum nursing background
Sleep training certification (IPSP or similar methodology)
Lactation support knowledge
Experience guiding first-time parents

Responsibilities

Bring baby to mother for breastfeeding (overnight and as needed)
Burp baby after feedings when father is unavailable
Return baby to sleep in parents' room (unless mother prefers otherwise)
Wash and prepare all bottles
Bring breast pump to mother wherever she is located
Clean and maintain all pumping equipment and accessories
Keep all feeding supplies organized and ready
Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of our newborn at all times
Implement and maintain safe sleep practices aligned with current guidelines
Help establish and support feeding and sleep routines appropriate for developmental stage
Handle all diaper changes and maintain diaper changing systems
Monitor baby's wellbeing, feeding patterns, and developmental progress
Maintain pristine cleanliness of all baby-related spaces
Clean and replace burp cloths, baby clothing, and linens promptly after use
Change parental bedsheets/clothing if soiled during feeding or diaper changes
Organize and maintain baby clothing, gear, and supplies
Daily cleaning and organization of toys and play equipment
Monitor inventory; proactively alert parents when supplies need reordering
Keep nursery and all baby areas in beautiful condition
Prepare strollers for 2-3 daily walks (after the first 30 days)
Pack diaper bag with changing supplies, extra clothing, feeding items
Participate in baby + dog walks or care for dog when baby goes out
Set up and take down play areas (playpens, mats) as requested
Ensure readiness for restaurant outings and other public venues
Track routines, observations, and milestones
Provide concise handoff documentation as appropriate
Brief, situational check-ins with parents as needed
Report directly to mother (and father as appropriate)
Coordinate thoughtfully with broader household as needed
Transportation coordinated through family security/provided driver when applicable
Recommend age-appropriate products and equipment as needed
Bring postpartum ice, medications, food, and water to mother
Support mother's healing and comfort needs thoughtfully
Anticipate recovery needs with care and discretion