Introducing a newborn into the world is a transformative, challenging experience, particularly at night. Sleepless nights, constant feedings, and adjusting to a new family dynamic can overwhelm parents.

To address these challenges, professionals have emerged to help during the postpartum period. The Joy of Sleep Newborn Care Specialist Training Manual discusses all of the training a Newborn Care Specialist requires for certification.

A Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) helps parents with their newborns, typically at night. They are professionals who have in-depth training and knowledge.

They usually work 8-10 hours overnight but can also work 24-hour shifts or during the day. The main job of an NCS is to take care of the newborn, ensuring their needs are met while the parents have a chance to rest.

They also teach parents about caring for the baby, including basic care, swaddling, self-soothing, routines and schedules, and sleep training strategies. Newborn Care Specialists stay up-to-date on research with the latest guidelines and recommendations and have advanced education on how to address various issues and challenges that can occur with newborns.

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