Bringing your newborn home for the first time is an extraordinary experience, one that feels truly unique. However, it can also bring its fair share of challenges. The combination of sleep deprivation, work commitments, and caring for older children can quickly lead to burnout for new parents. Having a dependable helping hand can make all the difference, easing the burden and allowing you to cherish those special newborn moments even more deeply.

Let’s explore how a nanny can support parents with a new baby throughout a typical day.

Morning

6.30am: Preparing older children ready for school.

After a long night of feeds and diaper changes, balancing the needs of a newborn with getting older children ready for school isn’t always easy. While you’re attending to your baby, a caring nanny can prepare breakfast for their siblings, setting them up for a positive day. Alternatively, your nanny might watch over the baby while you focus on the usual morning routine.

7.30am: Getting older children to school.

Preparing a newborn to go outside can require a lot of effort and time. With a skilled and trustworthy nanny ready to walk your children to the bus safely or drive them to school, you can avoid this extra hassle and start each morning more smoothly.

9.00am: Taking care of the home and handling various errands.

Maintaining a tidy home and handling essential tasks can feel overwhelming with a newborn. This is especially true if you’re a single parent or if your partner is busy during the day. A nanny can provide you the time to catch up on housework and errands, giving you peace of mind that your baby is in professional and loving hands.

10.00am: Postnatal care appointments.

Managing a newborn and a toddler who isn’t in school yet can make attending appointments with your baby challenging. A supportive nanny can stay home and ensure your toddler is happy, engaged, and entertained while you take care of your baby’s crucial early appointments.

Afternoon

1.00pm: Lunchtime.

Becoming a new parent can make it challenging to carve out moments for yourself throughout the day. With a nanny at home to care for your baby, you’ll have the opportunity to take a break, recharge, and get ready for the rest of the afternoon.

3.00pm: Collecting older children from school.

After school ends for the day, your nanny can pick up your older children and either bring them home or take them to their extracurricular activities or sports practices.

Evening

5.00pm: Caring for older children

Evenings can often be a whirlwind when you have multiple children. A nanny can be a great help, whether it’s preparing dinner for your older ones, driving them to playdates or activities, assisting with homework, or establishing evening routines that make bedtimes smoother. On the other hand, having a nanny to care for your newborn could allow you to spend that cherished quality time with your other children after school.

8.00pm: Allowing you time to yourself.

A great nanny will also help you nurture yourself. Perhaps you like to take a relaxing bath in the evening, watch your favorite TV show, or carve out some time to catch up with your partner after work. By taking expert care of your newborn (and any older children), a nanny can grant you some all-important self-care time.

Overnight: Supporting you in reclaiming restful sleep.

During a typical night, newborns often wake up every three hours to eat, presenting a significant challenge for parents. Having an overnight nanny can provide you and your partner with the chance to catch up on much-needed rest, helping you feel rejuvenated and prepared for the day ahead.

You might consider hiring a regular nanny for this purpose, perhaps scheduling a night or two each week to ensure you get some uninterrupted sleep. Alternatively, a more flexible option may suit your needs, allowing you to access nanny care on short notice. For instance, Oliver’s Nannies’ FlexCare program offers parents in West Orlando the convenience of arranging nanny care swiftly, both day and night.

Oliver’s Nannies: Trusted Nanny Care in West Orlando

With a dedicated team of seasoned local childcare professionals, Oliver’s Nannies provides dependable and flexible nanny care in the West Orlando area. Each nanny is thoroughly vetted, insured, and background checked, boasting at least two years of prior experience in a childcare environment.

Oliver’s Nannies embraces a distinctive approach to nanny care by having both nannies and families participate in detailed, multi-step interviews. This thorough process ensures that families are paired with a nanny who genuinely aligns with their values and parenting style.

If you have a new baby on the way and would like to set up flexible nanny care in West Orlando, get in touch today to arrange a meeting. After all, it takes a village.