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Your little bundle of joy is finally here! Before long, it’ll be time to take them home, and that’s when the real work begins. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. If you need help around the house with infant care, a qualified baby nurse will help you and your newborn adjust to your amazing new life.

San Francisco, CA, and Bay Area residents in search of an experienced baby nurse should look no further than Aunt Ann’s In-House Staffing. The trusted staffing agency has been coupling new parents in the Bay Area and beyond with knowledgeable nannies and child care specialists for five decades. But before you rush out and book a baby nurse of your own, there are a few important questions you need to ask.

What Is a Baby Nurse?

Simply put, a baby nurse is a newborn care specialist. This could mean they’re a registered nurse, or it might mean they have years of service in the infant and child care industry. Whatever the case, their focus is caring for newborns and helping mothers transition into their new life. They offer aid with baby’s bathing, feeding, changing, and other important tasks. They are not maids, but rather their responsibilities begin and end with the baby.

Do I Really Need One?

Baby NurseThis depends on several factors related to the new family. Some parents have a mother or mother-in-law chomping at the bit to help with infant care, but everyone isn’t so lucky. the pressures of adjusting to life wit a baby can also strain even the strongest interpersonal relationships. Hiring a certified professional helps ease the stresses that may arise with help from friends or family.

Is It Worth It?

Most parents will tell you that you cannot put a price on good child care or your own sanity. But these days, we’ve all got a budget to consider. A qualified baby nurse can charge anywhere from $25–$40 per hour — so no, their services are not cheap. If you can find room in your budget, you really can’t put a price on the peace of mind they offer.

Don’t wait too long to start looking for your baby nurse. Most book their schedules months in advance, and many services recommend looking for a baby nurse around the third or fourth month of your pregnancy. If you need help with your search, call the team at Aunt Ann’s In-House Staffing at (415) 749-3650 to learn more about their options for your child care needs. You can also find information about this and other personal and professional in-house services offered by the company online, and connect with them on Facebook.

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