The role of a Maternity Nurse is to provide dedicated support, guidance, and care for both parents and their newborn. Sometimes referred to as Maternity Nannies, Postnatal Carers, or Baby Nurses, these professionals are typically trained or highly experienced in newborn care, with many coming from nursing, midwifery, or specialist nanny backgrounds.

Many Maternity Nurses bring additional expertise in specific areas such as caring for twins, premature babies, or post-C-section recovery, as well as supporting breastfeeding, establishing routines, and sleep training. Their role is always tailored to the unique needs of each family, offering reassurance and practical guidance during those important first weeks.

At Burlington Maternity, every Maternity Nurse is carefully registered, personally interviewed, and fully reference-checked before their profile is shared with families. All hold up-to-date Paediatric First Aid certification and a current DBS check.

For added peace of mind, we also encourage families to speak directly with a selection of previous references.

Engaged from as little as one week to 12 weeks or longer if required, a Maternity Nurse typically works 5 or 6 days a week, remaining on call 24 hours a day with a daily rest period of 2–4 hours. They are self-employed professionals, paid directly on a weekly or monthly basis. Rates generally range from £300–£600 per day for a single baby, with higher fees for twins or multiples.

Beyond hands-on care, a Maternity Nurse teaches and guides new mothers, building confidence and offering reassurance with feeding, routines, and general newborn care.

For mothers recovering from a C-section or a difficult birth, the support of a Maternity Nurse is especially valuable - providing additional recovery time and assistance with everyday tasks that may be challenging in the early weeks.

Recognised qualifications include:

• Teacher Training Certificate

• EYFS (Early Years Professional Status)

• Degree in Midwifery

• PNC Certificates ( Post Natal Care Certificate)