The role of the Maternity Nurse is one of support, guidance and care for both Mum and new baby. A maternity nurse can be booked from between 1 – 12 weeks or longer if needed and will work a 5 or 6 day week and be on call 24 hours (with a 2 - 4 hour break each day). A Maternity Nurse is self employed and will be paid directly on a weekly basis in the region of €800 - €1,000 per week for single baby (more for twins or multiples). She is able to teach and guide a new Mum thus giving her confidence and reassurance with her first baby. A Mum who has undergone a C-section or difficult birth will need more recovery time and everyday help (not being able to lift things or drive for 6 weeks).
Generally the Maternity Nurse will sleep in the Nursery or in a room close by with a baby monitor. The family will be responsible for all her meals.
It is advisable to book as soon as possible to secure your preferred choice. Some are booked months in advance. Maternity Nurses will usually ask for a deposit of one week‘s salary to confirm the booking. As a guideline to start one week from the Due date. For further information or assistance please speak to us directly.
The role of the Maternity Nurse is one of support, guidance and care for both Mum and new baby. A maternity nurse can be booked from between 1 – 12 weeks or longer if needed and will work a 5 or 6 day week and be on call 24 hours (with a 2 - 4 hour break each day). A Maternity Nurse is self employed and will be paid directly on a weekly basis in the region of €800 - €1,000 per week for single baby (more for twins or multiples). She is able to teach and guide a new Mum thus giving her confidence and reassurance with her first baby. A Mum who has undergone a C-section or difficult birth will need more recovery time and everyday help (not being able to lift things or drive for 6 weeks).
Generally the Maternity Nurse will sleep in the Nursery or in a room close by with a baby monitor. The family will be responsible for all her meals.
It is advisable to book as soon as possible to secure your preferred choice. Some are booked months in advance. Maternity Nurses will usually ask for a deposit of one week‘s salary to confirm the booking. As a guideline to start one week from the Due date. For further information or assistance please speak to us directly.