Jakia Mcneill - Newborn Care Specialist

About Jakia

As an experienced childcare professional and dedicated Nursing Student, I am thrilled to introduce myself as a candidate for your overnight infant care needs. My background uniquely blends clinical safety focus, behavioral expertise, and extensive hands-on infant classroom experience. I am currently pursuing my degree in Nursing, with intensive clinical rotations focused on pediatric and adult healthcare. Because my academic schedule occupies my weekdays, I dedicate my evenings and weekends entirely to providing elite, reliable overnight care. My goal is to give parents complete peace of mind while establishing or maintaining healthy sleep and feeding routines for your baby throughout the night. I am fully certified in BLS CPR/First Aid, highly skilled in digital logging (Huckleberry/Baby Tracker), and strictly compliant with AAP Safe Sleep guidelines.

Availability

Taking new clients

Starting Oct 2026 – Jun 2027

Confirmed 3 days ago

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Newborn Care Specialist packages and pricing

The "Peace of Mind" Newborn Overnight Package (Standard Tier)

Strict adherence to AAP Safe Sleep Guidelines and SIDS prevention protocols. Managing precise infant feeding schedules and sanitary bottle preparation/cleanup. Handling overnight soothing and settling back to sleep. Handling diaper changes. Meticulous digital logging of sleep windows, diapers, and ounces consumed using apps

$35 USD · Per hour

The Clinical & Routine-Building Package (Premium Tier)

Everything in the Standard Package. Clinical-grade observational awareness(monitoring for infection control, respiratory comfort, and general infant wellness under a clinical lens). Active implementation of healthy sleep conditioning and transition routines to help the baby stretch their nighttime sleep naturally. Post-shift morning handoff with detailed health notes and developmental observations.

$45 USD · Per hour

The Specialized Behavioral & Neurodivergent Support Package (Elite Tier)

Custom nighttime and bedtime behavioral structures. Implementation of positive reinforcement strategies to manage bedtime anxiety or sensory overstimulation. Meticulous, data-driven therapy-style logging of behavioral patterns and sleep disruptions. Custom-tailored support for toddlers requiring structured late-night or early-morning bathroom training routines.

$55 USD · Per hour

What to expect

I provide specialized, elite overnight infant care and behavioral routine support tailored to give your family complete peace of mind and restorative rest. Serving families across the Triangle area, my services bridge the gap between traditional newborn care and clinical-grade safety. Whether you have a newborn needing meticulous overnight feeding, sanitary bottle prep, and safe-sleep monitoring, or an older child experiencing sleep regressions, my care is rooted in my training as an active Nursing Student and former Behavior Technician. I don't just watch over your child; I actively track developmental milestones, manage precise digital logging (via Huckleberry/Baby Tracker), and implement evidence-based routines to establish healthy, long-term sleep and feeding habits.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

BLS CPR (2026)
First Aide (2026)
Nurse Aide 1 (2026)

Education

Knightdale High School (2022)

Languages

English

Race / Ethnicity

Black / African American

Religion

Christian

Specialties

Adolescent Care Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Caring for Special Needs Children Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Parenting Support Positive Thinking Potty Training Premature Infants Prenatal Care Safety Self-Compassion Self-Esteem

Frequently asked questions

What does a typical overnight shift look like, and how do you handle infant sleep?

A standard overnight shift is 8 to 10 hours (typically 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM). Upon arrival, we will do a quick handoff to discuss the baby's daytime feeding and mood. Once on duty, I strictly follow AAP Safe Sleep Guidelines to prevent SIDS. Throughout the night, I handle all wakings, diaper changes, soothing, and sanitary bottle preparation/cleanup. I also meticulously log every event (ounces consumed, sleep windows, diapers) in apps like Huckleberry or Baby Tracker so you have a complete digital record in the morning.

How does your nursing education and clinical background benefit my family?

As an active Nursing Student, clinical safety and infection control are the foundation of my care. This means I maintain high situational awareness regarding your baby's physical wellness, respiratory comfort, and hygiene protocols. I am fully BLS/CPR certified and naturally risk-averse, ensuring your baby is in the safest possible hands overnight.

How does your experience as a Behavior Technician apply to overnight infant care?

Sleep is heavily tied to routine and environment. My background as a Behavior Technician at an autism center trained me to build highly consistent, comforting structures and analyze data patterns. For older infants and toddlers experiencing sleep regressions or bedtime anxiety, I use positive reinforcement and sensory calming techniques to establish smooth bedtime habits. This background also makes me uniquely qualified to support families with neurodivergent or special needs children who face overnight challenges.

Are you comfortable working with breastfed babies or assisting with pumping mothers?

Absolutely. I seamlessly support both formula-fed and breastfed infants. For breastfeeding mothers, I can bring the baby to you when it is time to nurse, and then take the baby back to burp, soothe, change, and resettle them so you can go straight back to sleep. If you are exclusively pumping, I can manage the sanitary preparation of your stored milk and ensure all pump parts and bottles are washed and sterilized before my shift ends.

What is your booking policy, and do you require a contract minimum?

To ensure consistent progress with your child's routine and to balance my academic schedule, I require a minimum of 8 hours per overnight shift. For ongoing or long-term support, I utilize a standard care agreement and a non-refundable retainer to secure your dates on my calendar. I am fully vaccinated (up-to-date on all critical newborn vaccines) and maintain a strictly non-smoking, drug-free practice.

What geographic areas do you serve, and do you charge a travel fee?

I primarily serve families throughout the Triangle area of North Carolina, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Garner, Knightdale, Wake Forest, and surrounding suburbs. For families located within a 30-minute radius of my home base, travel is completely included in my package rates. For locations requiring a longer commute, a standard, mutually agreed-upon mileage or travel fee may apply to cover overnight transit.

How do you balance your availability as an active nursing student with overnight care?

I place a high priority on reliability and open communication. Because my academic and clinical rotation schedules are set well in advance each semester, I only commit to overnight contracts that fully align with my availability. This ensures that when I book a contract with your family, you receive 100% consistent, dependable care without any schedule disruptions.

What is your policy regarding sick care or infant illnesses?

I am highly comfortable caring for infants who are mildly under the weather (e.g., congestion, minor reflux, or common childhood colds). I can comfortably track temperatures, administer approved over-the-counter medications according to your pediatrician's exact guidelines, and provide comfort care. Please note: For highly contagious or severe clinical illnesses, we will evaluate care on a case-by-case basis to protect the health of all households.