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Maternity Nurse
Maternity nurses represent an excellent source of support for new parents, providing help, guidance, information and advice relating to newborn babies, giving mums and dads the time and space they need to rest and recover post-birth.
What is a maternity nurse?
The first few months of bringing a newborn home are exciting and magical, of course, but they can also be very difficult, intense and overwhelming as you all adjust to the new family dynamic.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have family members close by to help provide support, which is why it can be so beneficial - and a big relief - to be able to rely on expert professionals for postnatal care.
Maternity nurses can be particularly useful in certain circumstances, such as when labour has been difficult and additional help is needed, where existing children are already at home, where twins or even triplets have appeared on the scene, where parents work nights or where the new baby comes down with health issues, such as reflux or colic.
Maternity nurses have had specific training in the care of newborn babies, helping families to learn how best to care for their little ones, establishing solid routines and feeding schedules, as well as helping the baby to sleep through the night… one of the biggest challenges faced by the vast majority of new parents.
What does a maternity nurse do?
Typically, a maternity nurse will provide ongoing support for families around the clock, taking one day off a week and having some time during the day to rest.
These postnatal carers offer help and guidance for mothers and their newborns, providing particular support for the first four to eight weeks, depending on individual needs.
They typically work six days a week and 24 hours a day, with rest periods to be negotiated. However, some maternity nurses provide support for eight to 12-hour periods, either at night or during the day.
Among other responsibilities, the maternity rose role includes providing emotional support, helping mothers to get much-needed rest, establishing feeding routines, helping families build their confidence, monitor the baby’s weight gain, growth and sleeping patterns, and provide advice on how to use different equipment over time.
Note, however, that maternity nurses are not usually required to help look after older siblings or carry out household tasks, unless agreed to at the contract stage.
The benefits of a maternity nurse
There are many benefits of hiring a maternity nurse - but one of the biggest, undoubtedly, is that it allows mothers to rest, recuperate and recover from giving birth. This is especially important if the birth has been complicated or if a caesarian section has been carried out.
By giving new parents this extra source of support, mums are able to get back on their feet far quicker, getting back to their normal routines sooner rather than later.
That aside, you can take advantage of their extensive knowledge and experience, seeking advice on everything from breastfeeding support and infant health to signs of postnatal depression.
If you think this could be a good avenue for you and your family to go down, get in touch with the Nannies On Board team today to find out more about how we can help.
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