NEWBORN & INFANT CARE in new york city
Feel steadier, more rested, and fully present during your baby’s first weeks
Welcoming a new baby is both extraordinary and demanding. Cedar Care’s Newborn & Infant Care service offers steady, hands-on support during this tender transition pairing families with experienced Newborn Care Specialists who care for your baby while gently supporting you as parents.
Our Newborn Care Specialists focus on feeding, sleep, soothing, and daily routines, while helping families build confidence and find their rhythm. The result is care that feels grounding, reassuring, and thoughtfully integrated into your home.
A Newborn Care Specialist (sometimes called a baby nurse or night nurse) is a trained infant-care professional who typically supports families during the first weeks or months of life (0-16 weeks). Care can be structured during the day, overnight, or as a combination of both.
What this service includes
Our specialists complement parents, they don’t replace them. The goal is confidence, not dependence. Support is always tailored, but commonly includes:
Feeding and Sleep Routine Support
Diapering, bathing, and daily routines
Nursery organization and bottle preparation
Tracking of sleep, diapering, and feeding rhythms
Newborn and infant care training and coaching
Light baby-related tasks (laundry, dishes, pump parts)
When families seek newborn & infant care
Families often reach out:
During pregnancy to prepare ahead
In the first days or weeks after birth
When sleep deprivation sets in
When returning to work
After a difficult birth or medical experience
When family support is limited
When welcoming twins or multiples
When establishing feeding or sleep routines feels uncertain
When learning to care for a newborn or infant
But remember, there is no “right” time, only what feels supportive for your family.
The caregivers
This service is provided uniquely by: Newborn Care Specialists sometimes referred to as Baby Nurse or Night Nurses. Each caregiver is carefully vetted, deeply experienced in infant care, and matched not only for expertise, but for personal fit so support feels natural in your home.
Care designed to evolve with your family
Care is fully flexible. Some families seek short-term support for a few weeks, others continue for several months or transition into longer-term care. We design each arrangement around your needs, not fixed timelines.
Our Unique Approach
Family-First Care
Your baby’s safety and wellbeing always come first, guided by your family’s values and preferences.
Bespoke Placement
We place caregivers based on experience, temperament, and emotional intelligence not just availability.
Seamless Preparation
Every placement begins with a careful intake and a family guide, so care feels natural from day one.
Ongoing Support
We remain closely involved, checking in and supporting transitions as your needs evolve.
Respectful Guidance
We help shape structure and pacing, while parents always retain authority over routines and decisions.
Get Started
If you’re exploring support during the newborn or infant stage, we would be honored to learn about your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Many families begin planning during pregnancy, especially if they want to secure a specific start date or experienced caregiver. That said, we also support families who reach out after birth — we’ll help assess timing and availability based on your needs.
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Care can begin immediately postpartum, within the first few weeks, or later as needs become clearer. We work with families to determine the most supportive start point.
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This varies by family, but common arrangements include:
Overnight care (often 8–12 hour shifts)
Daytime support during recovery or transitions
A mix of day and night care, depending on needs
We help guide structure, pacing, and duration so care feels sustainable and aligned with your household.
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Some families use newborn care for a defined period, while others transition into longer-term infant or nanny care. We design care to evolve with you — not lock you into unnecessary commitments.
Typically new born and infant care lasts 3 weeks to 16 weeks
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Yes — caregivers typically observe and gently track key elements such as feedings, sleep patterns, diaper changes, and general rhythms. This information is shared in a way that supports clarity and confidence, not overwhelm.
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No. Our caregivers support and guide, but parents always remain the decision-makers. Guidance is offered gently, respectfully, and in alignment with your preferences and values.
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Our approach is intentionally calm and respectful. Caregivers integrate thoughtfully into your household, maintaining clear boundaries and a professional, low-stress presence.
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That’s normal. Cedar Care stays involved after placement and helps adjust hours, scope, or care structure as your family’s needs evolve.
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Absolutely. First-time parents often appreciate reassurance and guidance, while experienced parents value steady support that allows them to focus on their family as a whole.
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We remain a point of contact and support, checking in and helping navigate transitions so families don’t feel they’re managing care alone.
