Kara

 
 
 

Trained newborn care provider

“When I’m not rocking your sweet baby to sleep, you can find me spending my time with own “grown” babies!”

a brief bio

Kara is a seasoned newborn care provider and has been a nanny with over 30 years of experience working with families and children of all ages, from newborns through teenagers. As a mother of two grown sons, she brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her work. Kara has had the privilege of supporting many wonderful families over the years and has developed a deep passion for caring for newborns. She specializes in helping families navigate the transition home after birth, providing nurturing support for both baby and parents during the postpartum period. For Kara, the newborn and infant stage is a truly special time—and her favorite to be a part of.

OFFERINGS

  • Diapering


  • Changing


  • Bathing
 (first sponge bath, then regular bath)

  • Soothing

  • Circumcision & umbilical cord care


  • Bottle preparation & storage 

  • Bottle feeding (Breastmilk & Formula)


  • Communication with breastfeeding parent to schedule feeds and transport baby back and forth to and from (when feeding overnight)

  • Wash and sterilize bottles, pump parts, pacifiers, etc.

  • Organization & maintenance of nursery

  • Baby's laundry (washing, folding, and putting away)

  • Create a regular feeding schedule

  • Assist in establishing healthy sleep habits

  • Keep nursery tidy and stocked

  • Maintain a log that tracks the baby's feeding times, ounces, diapers, and anything else parents may need to know.

  • Create a smooth transition for the family during the newborn stage (birth-3 months)

  • Assist you with any (baseline) feeding issues baby may have, including formula feeding and breastfeeding support or knowing when to recommend pediatrician or IBCLC support for extensive issues. 

  • Troubleshoot potential issues of concern with the newborn and offer professional options to resolve them

  • Infant CPR (when needed)

  • Providing a safe and healthy sleep environment for baby at all times

  • Sleep Conditioning by using a gentle approach to help your baby develop sleep habits that lead to sleeping throughout the night

  • Parent education and emotional support

WITH EXPERIENCE IN

  • Reflux

  • Colic

  • Supporting mothers with Perinatal Mood Disorders

  • Umbilical cord care

  • Supporting breastfeeding mothers

RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE

ES Family (Overnight Care)

  • Provided overnight care for a first-time parents, offering guidance and reassurance during the newborn phase

  • Helped establish feeding schedules, supporting both breastfeeding and the introduction of formula

  • Advised parents on newborn safety practices, including when to transition out of swaddling

  • Offered education on infant cues, routines, and developmental needs

SL Family (Overnight Care)

  • Provided overnight care and support for a breastfeeding mother and her newborn daughter

  • Assisted with nighttime feedings by changing and bringing the baby to the mother for nursing

  • Supported the mother in meeting her daily hydration and recovery goals

  • Changed and settled the baby back to sleep after each feeding

  • Cleaned and sanitized pump parts and bottles, and properly labeled and stored expressed milk in the freezer

JJ Family - (Daytime Newborn Care)

  • Provided high-attention care with extended shifts

  • Mom was a busy physician who needed to prioritize rest

  • Assisted with feeding, diapering, sleep soothing, and room setup for optimal rest

  • Helped family gradually implement sleep schedule and support for developmental milestones

    R Family - (Overnight Newborn Care)

  • Cared for a newborn overnight, handling feeding, burping, changing, and soothing

  • Transitioned into a daytime nanny role, continuing care and developmental support for several months

  • Helped establish a consistent sleeping and feeding routine to promote healthy infant habits

  • Maintained communication with parents regarding baby’s progress and daily patterns

    M Family - (Daytime Newborn Care)

  • Supported a family with a newborn and toddler during the postpartum recovery period

  • Provided overnight assistance with feeding, changing, and comforting the newborn

  • Transitioned to daytime care for both children, managing routines, meals, and nap schedules

  • Offered emotional and practical support to the mother, ensuring a smooth adjustment to caring for two young children

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