Restful Nights. Peace of Mind. Professional Care.
The early weeks with a newborn can be magical—but they can also be exhausting. At Doulas of Palm Beach, our night doulas, also known as night nannies, and baby nurses provide skilled, nurturing care through the night so parents can get the rest they need to recover, bond, and thrive. Parents who choose us know that expert, loving care is priceless—especially when it’s for the most important baby in the world: their own
What Is Nighttime Postpartum Care?
Nighttime care is a specialized form of postpartum support focused on overnight hours. Our trained professionals care for your baby while you sleep, offering safe, responsive care with expertise and compassion.
Depending on your needs, your nighttime doula or newborn care specialist (often called a night nanny or baby nurse) will:
- Feed or bring baby for feeding, and handle burping and soothing
- Support breastfeeding or bottle-feeding routines
- Handle diaper changes, swaddling, and settling baby back to sleep
- Provide guidance on safe sleep and newborn sleep patterns
- Track baby’s night feedings, sleep, and behavior
- Offer reassurance, education, and updates each morning
Why Nighttime Support Matters
Getting enough rest in the postpartum period isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for healing, mental health, and family harmony.
Benefits of overnight care include:
- More uninterrupted sleep for parents
- Faster postpartum recovery
- Reduced risk of postpartum depression or anxiety
- More energy and clarity during the day
- Professional support for newborn questions and concerns
- Increased confidence in feeding and infant care
Flexible Packages to Meet Your Needs
We offer a range of nighttime postpartum care packages, from single nights of support to consistent weekly coverage. Whether you need care a few nights per week or full overnight support, we’ll work with you to create a plan that fits your family’s rhythms and needs.
We also accept HSA payments and can provide documentation for Carrot Fertility reimbursement for qualifying families.
Why Choose Doulas of Palm Beach?
Our overnight team is composed of experienced, certified postpartum doulas and newborn care specialists who have been trained and mentored by Ruth Kraft—an industry leader with more than 25 years of experience.
Each team member is chosen for their professionalism, warmth, and dedication to ethical, inclusive, family-centered care. We make thoughtful matches between families and doulas to ensure comfort, trust, and exceptional support.
Sleep Is Possible—Let Us Help
You don’t have to go through the night alone. Let our experienced team care for your baby while you rest and recover. Contact us today to learn more about our nighttime postpartum care packages and schedule a free consultation.
What Does Overnight Postpartum Doula Support Look Like?
Our overnight postpartum doulas provide calm, nurturing support while your household sleeps, helping your family get the rest needed to recover and adjust to life with a newborn.
Flexible Overnight Care – Overnight shifts have an 8-hour minimum, with our average shift lasting 10 hours. Longer shifts are available upon request. We tailor each contract to your family’s unique needs and, whenever possible, are happy to extend services as your needs evolve.
Customized Scheduling – We do not require a minimum number of nights per week or per month. Whether you need occasional support or ongoing care, we strive to remain as flexible as possible to meet your family’s schedule and changing needs.
Overnight Newborn Care – Your doula cares for your baby throughout the night, handling diaper changes, soothing, burping, bottle feeding (if applicable), and settling baby back to sleep.
Breastfeeding Support – If you are breastfeeding, we’ll gently bring your baby to you when it’s time to nurse. Once the feeding is complete, we’ll take over again so you can return to sleep. If baby is awake for an extended period, your doula provides loving care while you continue resting.
Building Healthy Sleep Habits – While every baby is different, we’ll help establish age-appropriate sleep routines and soothing techniques that encourage healthy sleep patterns from the very beginning.
Guidance & Education – Throughout your time with us, we’ll share practical observations, newborn care tips, and suggestions that can make your days easier and help you feel more confident as parents.
A Rested Family Is a Healthier Family – Our primary goal is to maximize the amount of uninterrupted sleep everyone in the home can get, supporting your recovery, your well-being, and your family’s adjustment during the newborn period.
When morning arrives, you’ll have the peace of mind that your baby has been lovingly cared for while you and your family received the restorative sleep you need.
Every family is different, and we’re committed to providing personalized, flexible support that helps you thrive during those precious first weeks with your new baby.
“I just want to say that I’m really thankful to have found you. I don’t think I would be sleeping peacefully at night if it were anyone else in our home…I likely wouldn’t have let anyone else in to be honest. I instantly felt connected and trusting of you when you came to help me through breastfeeding and my anxieties surrounding it & I trust you now with Hannah. I have hard time accepting help or letting go of control when it comes to my girls but I really feel safe and respect your judgement so thank you for the work you do and and for the love you bring to it.”
“This service has been such a blessing, I feel supported and more capable because of Tierra’s help. It’s been so positively impactful and necessary that I’ve been telling friends of mine who have newborns and/or are expecting about her and this agency. This service is directly responsible for helping me to heal a bit faster and consistently feel better which is having a great impact on my daughter, my partner and our household.”
“Our night doula was a game changer. After weeks of sleepless nights, we finally got real rest knowing our baby was in experienced, caring hands. She handled feedings, soothed our newborn, and even helped us with a gentle routine. We woke up rested and more confident every morning. I honestly don’t know how we would’ve made it through without her.”
“Having a night doula from Doulas of Palm Beach was the best gift we gave ourselves as new parents. Not only did we get much-needed sleep, but we also got peace of mind. Our doula was calm, professional, and so knowledgeable about newborn care. I could finally sleep without worry, knowing our baby was safe and nurtured.”