Rebeca Champney
Newborn and childcare specialist
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in newborn care, I offer a holistic, personalized approach to infant care that emphasizes self-discovery, emotional guidance, and gentle sleep conditioning. As a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), Postpartum Doula, Gentle Sleep Specialist, and Lactation Consultant, I provide expert care to help parents navigate the early stages of their child's life with confidence, respect, and patience. My philosophy centers on treating each child as a unique individual, empowering both parents and infants through knowledge, independence, and self-awareness. I guide parents through the sleep journey, fostering a peaceful, well-rested environment for both the child and family. I believe in creating a balanced approach to care, integrating diet, healing, activities, and emotional guidance while maintaining flexibility to meet each family's unique needs and preferences. Having worked with a variety of families, including those with preemies and twins, I bring a deep understanding of child development free from codependency. My approach is rooted in respect for every phase of a child's growth and development, and I am committed to supporting families in creating a nurturing, independent environment for their newborns. Through one-on-one coaching, I provide parents with the tools and knowledge needed to foster their child's self-respect, creativity, and independence while ensuring the ultimate goal of achieving healthy sleep patterns. I also offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs, with an emphasis on open communication to ensure the best results for your family. If you're seeking a compassionate, experienced professional to guide you through the newborn care and sleep conditioning process, I would be honored to work with you and your baby. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your needs and how I can support your family. I look forward to partnering with you on this beautiful journey.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Newborn Care Specialist, Nutrition Doula Focused
Stuart Kaplan and Rob Kaplan
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Monitored neonate health, including vital signs, weight gain, and developmental milestones.
- Promoted self-care practices for mothers during postpartum recovery by providing resources on mental health, nutrition, exercise routines, and relaxation techniques.
- Provided comprehensive care for neonates, including feeding, diapering, and ensuring overall well-being.
- Assisted with light housekeeping and meal preparation to support families in the postpartum period.
Newborn Care Specialist
Christopher and Ashley Grace
01.2023 - 05.2023
- I had the privilege of assisting in the care of their newborn son, offering postpartum support directly from the hospital
- Over a four-month period, I worked 12-hour evening shifts, seven days a week, to ensure comprehensive care
- One of my key contributions was helping establish a consistent sleep schedule for their son, guiding him to sleep from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
- Facilitated early childhood development milestones achievement through implementation of appropriate stimulation exercises and toys selection according to each infant''s age group requirements.
Newborn Care Specialist & Sleep Training Expert
Sarah and Cris Bremner
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided full-time care for newborn daughter upon discharge from the hospital, including 24/7 support during family emergency (COVID-19).
- Enhanced infant care quality by implementing evidence-based newborn care practices and protocols.
- Assisted family with travel and provided on-site care during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s trips to their vacation home outside Los Angeles.
- Provided overnight care from 5:00 PM to 7:00 AM for the next three months, ensuring the newborn’s needs were met and maintaining a consistent care routine.
- Conducted thorough assessments of newborns'' physical, emotional, and developmental needs to provide tailored care solutions.
Newborn Care Specialist
Tessa Pegrich
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided personalized care for a newborn baby boy, beginning at three weeks old.
- Worked evening shifts (10 hours shifts, 7 days a week) for 8 weeks, ensuring a consistent routine for the baby.
- Provided one-on-one care for the baby during a critical period when the family was affected by COVID-19, ensuring a safe, supportive environment while minimizing risk, and maintaining a COVID-free status for both the baby and myself to prioritize the child's health and well-being.
- Contributed to a nurturing home environment by modeling patience, empathy, respectfulness towards each family member involved in the newborn''s life.
Newborn Care Specialist
Michael Disco and Erin Westerman
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided exceptional care for the newborn baby boy upon his arrival home from the hospital, working 12-hour evening shifts, 7 days a week, for a total of 4 months to support the family and ensure the baby's well-being.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing timely and accurate reports on infant growth and development, including milestones achievement and potential areas of concern.
- Maintained a calm and soothing environment for newborns by utilizing gentle sounds, soft lighting, and comforting techniques during care.
- 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.
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Kathy Kathy Chantraprabhavej and Tho
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Cared for newborn twin girls upon arrival home from the hospital, working 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week. Successfully established a sleep routine, guiding the babies to sleep from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
- Enhanced infant care quality by implementing evidence-based newborn care practices and protocols.
- Contributed to a nurturing home environment by modeling patience, empathy, respectfulness towards each family member involved in the newborn''s life.
- Specialized in newborn sleep and routine training, implementing customized strategies to establish consistent sleep schedules, promote self-soothing, and support healthy developmental patterns for optimal infant well-being.
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Emely Rogers
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided care for a newborn baby girl upon her arrival home from the hospital, working 10-hour evening shifts, 7 nights a week, for 3 months. Successfully established a sleep routine, guiding proper sleep routine from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to strict hygiene standards and maintaining cleanliness of all nursery areas.
- Assisted in managing postpartum recovery for mothers by offering emotional support, practical advice, and direct assistance when needed.
- Increased parent confidence in their caregiving abilities through hands-on demonstrations of essential newborn care tasks such as diapering, swaddling, and burping techniques.
- Promoted healthy growth and development by creating personalized feeding, sleeping, and bathing schedules for each infant.
Newborn Care Specialist, Focus on Nutrition/Doula
Stuart Kaplan and Rob Kaplan
01.2018 - 01.2021
- I welcomed their two baby boys upon arrival from the hospital
- Increased parent confidence in their caregiving abilities through hands-on demonstrations of essential newborn care tasks such as diapering, swaddling, and burping techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers for seamless integration of medical recommendations into daily routines.
- Assisted parents in managing sleep routines for infants to support healthy sleep habits and minimize nighttime disruptions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of newborns'' physical, emotional, and developmental needs to provide tailored care solutions.
- Facilitated early childhood development milestones achievement through implementation of appropriate stimulation exercises and toys selection according to each infant''s age group requirements.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing timely and accurate reports on infant growth and development, including milestones achievement and potential areas of concern.
Newborn Care Specialist
Shana Kale
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Provided professional newborn care for a baby boy upon his arrival home directly from the hospital, supporting the family for three months.
- Initially worked seven days per week, transitioning to a flexible schedule of five days per week with a minimum of eight hours per night to accommodate the family's needs.
- Adhered to all COVID-19 safety protocols, including weekly testing, mask-wearing, maintaining safe distances, and disinfecting work areas to ensure a safe environment for the baby and family.
- Successfully maintained a COVID-free household while ensuring the baby’s health and well-being during the pandemic.
- Assisted parents in establishing a consistent sleep routine for the baby, gently training him to sleep from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Jesse Bocho and Rae Scarton
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Welcomed the baby girl immediately after hospital arrival, providing personalized newborn care and implementing gentle sleep conditioning to establish a healthy sleep routine.
- Worked nightly from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am for four months, ensuring consistent care, sleep training, and overall well-being for the baby.
- Assisted the parents with travel on many occasions, supporting the family during flights and ensuring the baby’s comfort and routine while traveling to Napa in 2018.
- Increased parent confidence in their caregiving abilities through hands-on demonstrations of essential newborn care tasks such as diapering, swaddling, and burping techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of newborns'' physical, emotional, and developmental needs to provide tailored care solutions.
Newborn Care Assistant and Sleep Conditioner
John Derdarian and Courtney Derdarian
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted in newborn feeding, diapering, and soothing, ensuring the baby’s physical and emotional needs were met with the utmost care and attention.
- Successfully trained the baby to establish a consistent sleep routine, guiding him to sleep from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am.
- Established strong relationships with families by maintaining ongoing communication about their child''s progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and nurturing environment, following all health protocols and safety guidelines to ensure the baby’s well-being.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to family needs, including adjusting schedules, travel assistance, and providing overnight care for the baby’s comfort and development.
Nanny
Meredith and John Keith Wasson
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Provided full-time nanny care for a wonderful three month-old baby boy, working with the family for nearly four years to support the child's growth and development.
- Drove the baby to various activities, ensuring consistent engagement and stimulation.
- Applied a variety of developmental techniques to foster the baby’s skills, including gentle sleep conditioning and maintaining a structured eat/play/sleep routine.
- Assisted with meal preparation for both the baby and parents, ensuring nutritious healthy options for all.
- Maintained a tidy, organized home environment, supporting the family's day-to-day needs.
- Traveled with the family as needed, or accompanied the baby to deliver him to parents or grandparents.
- Worked a regular schedule Monday to Friday, with 10-12 hour shifts, providing reliable, loving care for the family.
- Fluent in Spanish, offering bilingual support to enhance the baby’s language development and communication.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
Newborn Care Specialist
Ben and Morgan
11.2015 - 02.2016
- I assisted in the care of their newborn upon arrival from the hospital.
- I took care of their beautiful baby during the evening shift from10:00 pm until 6:00 am for a three month period
- Promoted healthy growth and development by creating personalized feeding, sleeping, and bathing schedules for each infant.
- Supported parents during transitions, such as introducing new routines or managing sleep schedules, to ease adjustments.
- Monitored newborns' physical and emotional needs, offering both hands-on care and emotional support to parents during the early stages of infant development.
- Provided flexible care hours, including overnight shifts, to accommodate the family’s schedule and support the baby’s routine.
Newborn Care Specialist and Baby Sleep Training
Benjamin and Melissa Prat
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Provided professional overnight care for newborn, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for rest and development during nighttime hours.
- Supported parents during transitions, such as introducing new routines or managing sleep schedules, to ease adjustments.
- Monitored newborns' physical and emotional needs, offering both hands-on care and emotional support to parents during the early stages of infant development.
- Implemented gentle sleep training techniques to help establish a consistent and restorative sleep schedule for the baby.
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Chad Kalebic and Carrie Gormley
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Assisted in the care of the newborn baby girl upon arrival from the hospital, providing attentive, nurturing care during the evening shift from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am for a three-month period.
- Managed overnight duties including feeding, diapering, and soothing to ensure the baby’s comfort and well-being, while maintaining a safe and calm environment throughout the night.
- Monitored the baby’s health and safety overnight, keeping parents informed of any notable changes and addressing any concerns with the utmost care.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment by sanitizing baby items, maintaining the nursery, and following hygiene protocols to prioritize infant health.
- Worked closely with parents to provide guidance on sleep training and address any challenges or adjustments during the baby’s early stages of development.
Nanny
Jill Danton
01.2005 - 01.2012
- I started to care for her Adorable baby boy when he was nine months old.
- Worked shifts ranging from ten to sixteen hours daily, providing dedicated, attentive care to support the child’s growth and development.
- Applied a variety of developmental techniques to foster the child's cognitive, physical, and emotional growth, ensuring a well-rounded approach to care.
- Prepared nutritious meals for the child, supporting healthy eating habits and overall well-being.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Implemented gentle sleep conditioning strategies to establish consistent, restorative sleep routines.
- Traveled with the family, ensuring seamless care for the child during trips and maintaining routines while on the go.
- Built a strong, trusting relationship with the family, which continues as a lasting friendship.
Education
Newborn Care Specialist -
Baby Steps Newborn Care
Los Angeles, CA01.2022
Postpartum Doula -
International DOULA Institute
California 11.2021 - 03.2022
Newborn Care Specialist - Child Care
Newborn Care Specialist Org
California 10.2021 - 01.2022
RIE Certified -
RIE CENTER
01.2014
A. A. Tourism Project Evaluation -
University of San Carlos Guatemala
01.2000
Bilingual Secretary -
Rosemont College
01.1990
High School -
John Adams High School
South Bend, Indiana01.1982
Skills
- Premature infant care
- Sleep training
- Swaddling techniques
- Twins and multiple child care experience
- Newborn feeding expertise
- Gentle soothing methods
- Umbilical cord care
- Nursery organization
- Child development
- Infant nutrition
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Valid Driver’s License and Safe Vehicle
- Valid US Passport
Timeline
Newborn Care Specialist, Nutrition Doula Focused
Stuart Kaplan and Rob Kaplan
01.2023 - 07.2023
Newborn Care Specialist
Christopher and Ashley Grace
01.2023 - 05.2023
Newborn Care Specialist & Sleep Training Expert
Sarah and Cris Bremner
09.2022 - 01.2023
Newborn Care Specialist
Tessa Pegrich
07.2022 - 09.2022
Newborn Care Specialist
Michael Disco and Erin Westerman
02.2022 - 06.2022
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Kathy Kathy Chantraprabhavej and Tho
12.2021 - 02.2022
Postpartum Doula -
International DOULA Institute
11.2021 - 03.2022
Newborn Care Specialist - Child Care
Newborn Care Specialist Org
10.2021 - 01.2022
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Emely Rogers
01.2021 - 05.2021
Newborn Care Specialist
Shana Kale
01.2020 - 04.2020
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Jesse Bocho and Rae Scarton
03.2018 - 07.2018
Newborn Care Specialist, Focus on Nutrition/Doula
Stuart Kaplan and Rob Kaplan
01.2018 - 01.2021
Newborn Care Assistant and Sleep Conditioner
John Derdarian and Courtney Derdarian
11.2017 - 01.2018
Newborn Care Specialist
Ben and Morgan
11.2015 - 02.2016
Newborn Care Specialist and Baby Sleep Training
Benjamin and Melissa Prat
08.2015 - 10.2015
Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Conditioner
Chad Kalebic and Carrie Gormley
01.2015 - 01.2015
Nanny
Meredith and John Keith Wasson
01.2013 - 01.2017
Nanny
Jill Danton
01.2005 - 01.2012
- CPR Certified
- Valid Driver’s License and Safe Vehicle
- Valid US Passport
Newborn Care Specialist -
Baby Steps Newborn Care
RIE Certified -
RIE CENTER
A. A. Tourism Project Evaluation -
University of San Carlos Guatemala
Bilingual Secretary -
Rosemont College
High School -
John Adams High School
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