Because You Deserve Rest, Too.
The early weeks with a newborn are full of tenderness, and very short on sleep. While your body recovers and your family finds its rhythm, nights can feel especially long.
Professional overnight newborn care gives you a chance to rest knowing your baby is receiving attentive, responsive care. You can wake up better able to enjoy the days with your newborn, with a clear picture of how the night went.
Rest and recovery for parents
Attentive, responsive newborn care
Safe, evidence-informed practices
Support tailored to each family's needs
Personalized Overnight Newborn Care
Thoughtful support throughout the night.
✔ Responsive newborn soothing
✔ Bottle-feeding and preparation
✔ Bringing baby to parents for breastfeeding
✔ Diaper changes
✔ AAP-aligned safe sleep practices
✔ Gentle newborn sleep shaping
✔ Feeding and sleep tracking
✔ Bottle and pump-part cleaning
✔ Light baby-related organization
✔ Realistic newborn routines
✔ Morning updates
$60/hour
10-hour minimum per overnight shift.
Specialized Newborn Care With a Gentle Approach
Responsive Care
Following each baby's cues.
Safe Sleep
Evidence-informed care aligned with AAP recommendations.
Gentle Sleep Foundations
Realistic, developmentally appropriate newborn routines.
Family-Centered Care
Respecting each family's preferences.
Experience You Can Feel Confident About
Hi, I'm Neffie, founder of Gentle Sleep Solutions. With over 10 years of professional childcare experience and specialized training in newborn care, postpartum support, and pediatric sleep, I provide thoughtful, individualized care that helps families feel confident and supported.
✔ Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant
✔ Newborn Care Specialist
✔ Postpartum Doula
✔ MS in Exercise Science
✔ BS in Neuroscience
✔ Infant and Pediatric CPR/AED Training
✔ 10+ Years of Professional Childcare Experience
✔ Experience Caring for Multiples
What Working Together Looks Like
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Complimentary Consultation
We'll talk about your family, your due date, and the support you're hoping for.
Personalized Care Arrangement
Together we'll outline a schedule and care preferences that suit your household.
Prepare for Your Baby
We'll review your feeding plan, sleep space, and the details that matter to you.
Enjoy Peace of Mind
Rest knowing your baby is receiving attentive care, with an update each morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should overnight care be booked?
Please plan to book overnight care at least one month in advance. Reaching out during pregnancy gives us time to plan together. If your baby has already arrived or you need care sooner, you're still welcome to get in touch, and we'll talk through your needs and current availability during a complimentary consultation.
How many nights per week are available?
Every family's needs are different, and availability varies. During your consultation, we'll discuss how many nights would be most helpful and what can be arranged for your dates. Each overnight shift has a 10-hour minimum.
Can breastfeeding families receive support?
Yes. I can bring your baby to you for feedings, then handle diaper changes, soothing, and settling afterward so you can return to sleep as quickly as possible. If you pump or combine breast and bottle, I can also prepare bottles and clean pump parts. For medical or complex feeding concerns, I'll encourage you to connect with your pediatrician or a lactation professional.
Is sleep training provided for newborns?
Formal sleep training isn't appropriate for newborns. Instead, I focus on gentle sleep shaping: following your baby's cues, supporting realistic, developmentally appropriate routines, and using AAP-aligned safe sleep practices. Newborns need responsive care, including frequent feeding, day and night.
Is care available for twins?
I have experience caring for multiples and would be glad to talk with you about your family's needs. Overnight care for twins is $70/hour with a 10-hour minimum per shift. We can review care arrangements and details during your consultation.
Which San Diego communities are served?
Gentle Sleep Solutions serves San Diego-area families within up to one hour of Point Loma. Travel fees apply for locations more than 30 minutes away. If you're not sure whether your neighborhood is included, please reach out and we'll be happy to check.
