Karlene Kirk
Summary
Newborn Care Specialist | Mother's Helper | Sleep Coach
Caring, Nurturing, Dependable and Dedicated Newborn Care Specialist with over 20 years of Newborn | Childcare experience. Polished in educating new parents in newborn care and safety. Recognized by clients for providing SUPERIOR compassionate care to the emotional needs of Mothers during the Postpartum Care period.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Newborn Care Specialist | Sleep Training Coach
Sleeping Beauties Newborn Care Agency, Llc
2020.06 - Current
- Empowered families to make informed decisions about their infant''s care through the provision of unbiased information regarding vaccination schedules, circumcision options, and other related topics as needed.
- Conducted thorough assessments of newborns'' physical, emotional, and developmental needs to provide tailored care solutions.
- Developed strong bonds with families by establishing trust through consistent open communication channels about expectations and goals for the infant''s wellbeing.
- Assisted parents in managing sleep routines for infants to support healthy sleep habits and minimize nighttime disruptions.
- Improved communication with parents through regular updates on infants'' progress, challenges, and accomplishments.
- Promoted healthy growth and development by creating personalized feeding, sleeping, and bathing schedules for each infant.
- Safeguarded infants from potential hazards via diligent monitoring during periods of sleep or playtime while ensuring crib safety regulations compliance at all times as well as keeping a watchful eye on toddlers nearby areas interactions.
- Enhanced infant care quality by implementing evidence-based newborn care practices and protocols.
- Assisted in managing postpartum recovery for mothers by offering emotional support, practical advice, and direct assistance when needed.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing guidance on proper latching techniques, positioning, and milk supply management.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers for seamless integration of medical recommendations into daily routines.
- Maintained a calm and soothing environment for newborns by utilizing gentle sounds, soft lighting, and comforting touch techniques during care activities.
- Reduced parental anxiety by providing comprehensive education on newborn care techniques and milestones.
- Facilitated early childhood development milestones achievement through implementation of appropriate stimulation exercises and toys selection according to each infant''s age group requirements.
- Collaborated with pediatricians in monitoring newborns'' health, promptly identifying any signs of distress or illness requiring professional attention.
- Increased parent confidence in their caregiving abilities through hands-on demonstrations of essential newborn care tasks such as diapering, swaddling, and burping techniques.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Contributed to a nurturing home environment by modeling patience, empathy, respectfulness towards each family member involved in the newborn''s life.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to strict hygiene standards and maintaining cleanliness of all nursery areas.
Education
Newborn Care Certification
Absolute Best Care Nanny
New YorkSkills
- Umbilical cord care
- Sleep training knowledge
- Swaddling techniques
- Infant massage techniques
- Car seat installation
- Breastfeeding guidance
- Twins and multiples experience
- Infant nutrition understanding
- Colic management
- Infant safety measures
- Diapering proficiency
- Babywearing knowledge
- Gentle soothing methods
- Immunization schedule awareness
- Baby laundry skills
- Babyproofing know-how
- Pacifier use guidance
- Safe Sleep Practices
- Newborn feeding expertise
- Teething relief strategies
- Nursery organization
- Pediatrician coordination
- Behavioral Management
- Child Development
- Pediatric CPR
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 Independent Contractors at SBNC..
Certification
- Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Sleeping Beauties newborn Care Agency, LLC - 2020-present
References
Dr. & Mrs. Nwabuebo
January 2020 - 2006
Newborn Care Specialist to Nanny
Mr. & Mrs. Edmonson
April 2023
Nights and Weekends
Newborn Care Specialist
Mr. & Mrs. Codrington
November 2023 - March 2024
Newborn Care Specialist | Mother's Helper | Sleep Training Coach
Contact: (215) 767-8003
Affiliations
- Sleeping Beauties Newborn Care Agency, LLC
Timeline
Newborn Care Specialist | Sleep Training Coach
Sleeping Beauties Newborn Care Agency, Llc
2020.06 - Current
Newborn Care Certification
Absolute Best Care Nanny
- Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Sleeping Beauties newborn Care Agency, LLC - 2020-present
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