Cate Rust - Newborn Care Specialist

About Cate

Hi, I’m Cate. I’m a mom, a social worker, and someone who feels deeply about supporting families through big, emotional life transitions. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, along with training as a Newborn Care Specialist, in infant sleep support, and Reiki Level 2.l certification. I bring a steady, reassuring presence to my work and approach each family with care, flexibility, and respect for their unique experience. I understand how overwhelming and emotional the newborn stage can feel—not just from my professional background, but from living it myself. When I’m not working, I’m usually with my son, spending time outdoors, or finding small ways to slow down and create moments of peace in daily life.

Availability

Taking new clients

Starting Nov 2026 – Jan 2027

Confirmed 3 weeks ago

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Newborn Care Specialist packages and pricing

Single Overnight Support

Perfect for families needing help for one difficult night or occasional relief
Shift: 9 PM – 6 AM (can adjust based on family needs)
Rate: Starting at $375 per night

$375 USD · Flat rate

Ongoing Care

Consistent overnight support, customized for your baby’s sleep and feeding needs
Includes light sleep conditioning support, feeding help, and parent check-ins
Rate: Packages start at $350 per night with a multi-week commitment

$350 USD · Flat rate

Parent Support Check Ins

Calm Support Sessions (Virtual or Phone-Based) • 45-Minute Call: $75 • Focus on emotional support, sleep questions, feeding concerns, or just processing life with a newborn • Scheduled during daytime or early evening hours

$75 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

Hi! I’m a newborn care provider based in Cumberland, Maine with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and specialized training as a Newborn Care Specialist. I offer overnight newborn care and emotional support for parents during the early weeks and months with a new baby. My overnight care focuses on creating a calm and restful environment for both baby and parents. I support feeding routines (breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or a combination), diaper changes, soothing, and sleep conditioning based on each family’s preferences. Whether your baby is learning to settle between feeds or waking frequently, I offer gentle, responsive care to help everyone get more rest. In addition to hands-on newborn care, I provide parent support focused on emotional well-being, realistic expectations, and encouragement. My background in social work helps me understand the emotional ups and downs that often come with this stage of life. Some families use our time together to ask questions, process feelings, or just have a non-judgmental listener while adjusting to life with a newborn. I offer flexible scheduling for single nights, short-term coverage, or ongoing overnight support. If you’re looking for calm, responsive care for your baby and a supportive presence for yourself as a parent, I’d love to connect!

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Certified Newborn Care Specialist (2026)
Reiki Level 2 (2022)

Education

Bachelors of Arts Social Work (2013)
Associates in Science Nutrition (2011)

Languages

English

Credentials

LSW

Specialties

Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Childhood Growth and Development Early Parenting Educator Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Support Anxiety and Depression Mental Health Newborn Prep Relaxation Techniques Sleep Consultant Telehealth