How to Hire a Baby Nurse

http://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/hiring-a-baby-nurse-for-your-newborn

Hiring a baby nurse to help with your newborn can be a smart choice. A baby nurse specializes in caring for a newborn from birth to 3 months. They usually cost around $200 per day, although the price varies geographically. The average family who uses a baby nurse usually does so for 3 to 4 weeks after the baby is born.

Finding a good baby nurse requires some research and background checks. An agency will do the background check for you and provide a nurse that fits your needs. If you are not going through an agency, it is important to check references and ask the right questions.

Ask the prospective baby nurse what they anticipate in the first couple weeks. Make sure they know what is normal or not for a newborn. Ask how they develop sleep and eating patterns. A good baby nurse should be able to answer these questions quickly and easily. Verify their answers with their references.