Quick answer: Rock A Bye Baby Newborn Care’s starting rates are $38 per hour for overnight newborn care, $45 per hour for postpartum doula care, $25 per hour for a daytime nanny/sitter and $495 per day for 24/7 newborn care. Your final quote depends on your schedule, the hours you need and your family’s care needs. All care is non-medical and provided in your home across Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia.
Starting rates by service
| Service | Starting rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight Newborn Care | $38 per hour | Parents who need sleep while a caregiver handles night feedings, burping, diaper changes and soothing |
| Postpartum Doula Care | $45 per hour | Recovery, rest, feeding guidance and emotional support after birth |
| Daytime Nanny/Sitter | $25 per hour | Daytime baby care and support for parents |
| 24/7 Newborn Care | $495 per day | Families who need coordinated day and night coverage |
| Newborn Sleep Support | Ask for a quote | Help with sleep cues, soothing, bassinet transfers and a flexible routine |
| New Parent Coaching | Ask for a quote | Personalized guidance on everyday newborn care |
These are starting rates. Final pricing depends on schedule, hours and care needs.
What affects your quote
When you contact us, we ask a few questions so we can recommend the right care and give you an accurate quote:
- Your due date or your baby’s age
- Where you live in Maryland, Washington, DC or Northern Virginia
- Your preferred start date and how long you would like support
- The nights, days or hours you need
- Feeding needs, such as breastfeeding, bottle-feeding or pumped milk
- Whether care is for one baby, twins or multiples
Example costs at our starting rates
These examples use our starting rates to help you plan. They are not quotes.
| Plan | Example cost at starting rate |
|---|---|
| One 8-hour overnight shift | $304 |
| One 10-hour overnight shift | $380 |
| Three 10-hour nights in one week | $1,140 |
| One day of 24/7 newborn care | $495 |
| One week (7 days) of 24/7 newborn care | $3,465 |
Families can request short-term or ongoing support, so you can plan around the nights or days you need most. Our guide to overnight newborn care costs explains how overnight and 24/7 care compare.
What’s included
Overnight newborn care
Night feedings that follow your feeding plan, burping, diaper changes, soothing, safe-sleep-aware settling and simple night notes so you know how the night went.
Postpartum doula care
Emotional support and help with recovery, breastfeeding and bottle-feeding guidance, light newborn care such as diapering and soothing, rest support and help with simple family routines.
24/7 newborn care
Coordinated daytime and overnight shifts based on your schedule. Depending on your hours and caregiver availability, more than one caregiver may be involved.
Daytime nanny/sitter
Daytime baby care and support for parents.
Who provides your care
Rock A Bye Baby Newborn Care has a Newborn Care Certified and CPR-certified care team, with leadership from a certified postpartum doula. Our care is non-medical: caregivers follow parent-approved routines and safe sleep awareness, and they do not diagnose medical conditions, change medical instructions or replace pediatric or nursing care. Not sure which option fits? Read newborn care specialist vs. night nurse vs. postpartum doula.
Frequently asked questions
Are these your final prices?
No. These are starting rates. Your final quote depends on your schedule, the hours you need and your family’s care needs.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes. You can book a free consultation to talk through your needs and find the care option that fits your family.
Do you provide medical care?
No. Rock A Bye Baby Newborn Care provides non-medical newborn and postpartum support. For medical questions, contact your baby’s pediatrician or your own healthcare provider.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve families across Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia. Availability depends on your location and schedule.
How do I get a quote?
Contact us with your due date or baby’s age, your location, your preferred start date and the hours you need. Our team will follow up with availability and pricing.