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A warm and down-to-earth family in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is seeking a Newborn Care Specialist to support them with their third baby, due May 22, 2026 (planned C-section likely May 15th). This will be their first time working with a night nurse.The contract will run for approximately 4-6 weeks, with coverage 7 nights per week, 12-hour overnight shifts from 8pm to 8am.This is a live-out position, and candidates must be local to NYC. The role must be invoiced through Carrot Fertility benefits.The family lives in a two-level, three-bedroom apartment that is easily accessible (street-level entry, 7-minute walk to public transportation). They also have two older children — a 4-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl.The household dynamic is casual but respectful. The parents value professionalism, clear boundaries, and collaborative partnership. They are experienced employers and have had a long-term nanny for three years. They appreciate self-initiation, but expect their parenting preferences to be followed. Trust, communication, and alignment are extremely important.Schedule:Mid-May 2026 (C-section likely May 15th)4-6 weeks7 nights per week8pm - 8am (12-hour overnight shifts)No travel requiredAll aspects of attentive overnight newborn careSupporting breastfeeding mother (bringing baby to nurse, resettling after feeds)Establishing and supporting healthy sleep habitsAssisting with nighttime routineSterilizing bottles and pump partsCleaning and sanitizing feeding equipmentBaby-related laundryMonitoring newborn’s health, sleep, feeding patterns, and outputMaintaining a calm, structured overnight environmentClear and consistent communication with parentsSupporting maternal recovery post C-sectionLactation knowledge/support strongly preferredExperience supporting breastfeeding familiesCalm, confident, and nurturing presenceStrong communication skillsAbility to take direction and align with parenting preferencesHighly trustworthy and discreetOrganized, self-sufficient, and proactiveLactation training or certification a major plusAt least five years of NCS experienceCPR & First Aid certificationFully up-to-date childhood vaccinations (including Tdap, MMR, Flu, RSV, and COVID)Legal authorization to work in the U.S.Must be able to be paid through CARROT FERTILITY BENEFITSLocal to NYC (live-out role)Ability to commit to 4-6 weeks, 7 nights per week$40-$50 per hour DOE12-hour guaranteed overnight shifts7 nights per weekPaid through CarrotLive-out position