Newborn Care for Intended Parents & Surrogacy

Q: What kind of support do you offer for intended parents?

We provide compassionate, hands-on newborn care and education for families welcoming a baby via surrogacy. You’ll get a supported transition on the journey home, where our Postpartum Doulas and Newborn Care Specialists ensure everyone feels confident and cared for.

Q: What happens once we bring the baby home?

Your Postpartum Doula or Newborn Care Specialists can help you establish feeding routines, learn soothing techniques, and adjust to life as new parents [whether you’re staying in temporary housing or settling in at home.

Q: Where do you provide care for intended parents?

We serve families across Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Arizona, Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire. Outside of our coverage areas? We may be able to support you with a travel team member as part of a larger Newborn Care package.

Q: Do you work with international or out-of-state intended parents?

Absolutely. We frequently support intended parents traveling from out of state or abroad. Our team can coordinate short-term contracts, in-home or hotel-based care, and follow-up in-home care to make your transition smooth and supported.

Q: When should we book newborn care for our surrogacy journey?

We recommend reaching out once your estimated due date or delivery window is confirmed. This allows us to coordinate travel logistics and ensure your Newborn Care Specialist is available when your baby arrives. Baby’s already here? Reach out, we can often accommodate last-minute requests in the locations where we already have team members.

Q: Are your Doulas familiar with surrogacy and IVF journey?

Yes. Our doulas have extensive experience supporting families through surrogacy, IVF, and other assisted reproductive journeys. We honor every path to parenthood with compassion, discretion, and professionalism.

Q: Can both parents be involved in newborn care education?

Of course! We encourage all parents to participate. If you have a partner, your doula will guide both of you through feeding, diapering, and soothing routines so you can share in those first special moments together.

Q: Can we extend care after the first few weeks of settling in?

You can absolutely extend care! Many families choose to continue with regular daytime postpartum doula, overnight newborn care, or 24/7 live-in newborn care for continued help as they recover and settle into new routines.

Q: What to expect with Overnight Care:

Overnight shifts typically run 8-12 hours, with a standard minimum being 10pm-6am The Night Nurse will completely take over care during the night so you can rest knowing your baby is safe and well- cared for. You will be educated on all aspects of newborn care, and your Postpartum Doula will hold your hand every step of this journey.

A supported transition into parenthood.

We help welcome your baby home!

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As you bring your baby home, let us be your support system during this joyous time, making it as stress-free as possible.

You’ve come so far in your journey, choosing a surrogate, going through IVF, following your baby’s growth, and planning for the birth. Now it’s time to plan your baby’s homecoming.

We help families all over the United States transition home and support their journey into parenthood through surrogacy. No matter where you live, and no matter where your baby is being delivered, we can provide you with 24/7 in-home support or overnight newborn care that can support you and your unique family journey.

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The secret to a smooth transition? Sleep!

When you choose night nurse services as intended parents:

Experience the joy of being able to fully immerse yourselves in getting to know your new baby.

Gain confidence as parents with a supported transition into your new role.

Establish routines and rhythms for your baby to support a smooth start as a new family.

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The overnight and 24/7 support you need as new intended parents:

We understand the challenges that intended parents face during this transition. That's why we offer a team of experienced and specialized overnight and 24/7 Night Nurses [ Postpartum Doulas, Newborn Care Specialists, and Registered Nurses ] who are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way through the surrogacy process.

When it comes to hiring newborn care, we understand the importance of choosing the right provider. That's why our team not only offers exceptional care but also provides education and guidance to help you become confident parents during those crucial first weeks and months of your baby's life.

Our ultimate goal is to provide you with a 24/7 Newborn Care Specialist from our carefully selected and vetted team. In the rare event that someone on our team is unavailable, we would be honored to assist you in finding the perfect 24/7 Baby Nurse through our comprehensive and efficient referral process.

overnight newborn doula handing baby to new mom

Overnight Newborn Care for Intended Parents

Adjusting to the sudden transition home with a newborn can be a jarring experience. We understand the importance of getting sufficient rest for your well-being and success as new parents. That's why we were motivated to put together a team of Newborn Care Specialists and Postpartum Doulas that are available to provide overnight care all over the country.

Overnight care is 8-12 hour shifts, typically 4-7 nights per week.

What to expect with Overnight Care:

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new intended parents with their newborn baby

24/7 Newborn Care for Intended Parents

With 24/7 newborn care the provider will travel to the parents and stay with them throughout the duration of their contract. We provide you with a 24/7 Newborn Care Specialist from our carefully selected and vetted team.

24/7 live-in care is for parents who need a bit more support on this journey. Whether you just need help transitioning home or help for the first 6 months, you can trust us to take care of your little miracle with warmth and expertise.

What to expect with 24/7 Care:

Your Newborn Care Specialist can arrange to meet you either at the hospital, nearby accommodations, or upon your arrival home.
Our 24/7 travel newborn care services for intended parents require a minimum duration of one week, but typically ranges from 6-12 weeks.
A standard shift is 16-20 hours, However, in cases where a parent is unable to greet their newborn immediately upon arrival due to unforeseen or planned circumstances, a Newborn Care Specialist can provide round-the-clock care, assuming full responsibility for the newborn until the parents arrive.

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Finding your ideal match with Well Supported Family:

You already have so much on your plate, and our intended goal is to make the process of finding a Newborn Care Specialist or Postpartum Doula as simple as possible.

Your newborn care provider will be experienced, trained through a reputable program, background checked, have excellent references, and a recent CPR certification.

If we don’t have someone in your area, rest assured that we’ll work tirelessly to find a referral or someone from our travel team that perfectly matches your unique needs. Book a call today so we can better explain how we can support almost all situations!

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A strong, supported start for your new family.

Care

Our Newborn Care Specialists are highly experienced and professionally trained through accredited programs, ensuring they possess comprehensive knowledge and expertise to support your baby.

We take immense pride in our team's unwavering dedication, compassion, and commitment to providing around-the-clock care for families. Rest assured, we understand the paramount importance of your baby's well-being, and it remains our utmost priority.

Education

We provide assistance and education on all aspects of newborn care.

Our services include: feeding support [breast, bottle, pumping, or a combo of everything], breastmilk or formula prep and safe milk storage, cleaning bottles/pump parts, burping, soothing, diaper changing, dressing, and nail care. They will also help you understand your baby’s milestones and engage in age-appropriate activities.

ROUTINE

Our Newborn Care Specialists are skilled in sleep conditioning and sleep shaping, working with your family from day one to establish healthy sleep habits and a consistent routine.

They will maintain logs throughout their shift, carefully documenting and observing feeding and sleeping patterns, along with other relevant information. Our ultimate aim is to provide you with a baby who enjoys restful, consistent naps and peaceful nights of uninterrupted sleep.

Your family is unique. So is our postpartum care.

We have experience working with a variety of family structures: If you are two moms, two dads, a single parent, or a family choosing surrogacy by choice or by circumstance. If this is your first child or your tenth. If you’re a professional athlete, a busy professional, or just a regular, tired parent. Whether you live on an impressive estate or in a tiny one-bedroom apartment. No matter who you are or how you got here, we are so excited to support YOUR distinctive family dynamic.

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Common questions about our support for intended parents:

What kind of support do you offer for intended parents?

What happens once we bring the baby home?

Where do you provide care for intended parents?

Do you work with international or out-of-state intended parents?

When should we book newborn care for our surrogacy journey?

Are your Doulas familiar with surrogacy and IVF journey?

Can both parents be involved in newborn care education?

Can we extend care after the first few weeks of settling in?

Resources for Intended Parents

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Newborn Care for Intended Parents & Surrogacy