Certified Newborn Care & Consultations
Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Chandler, Show Low, Snowflake, Los Angeles, Ventura County and more

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Newborn Care Experience Overview

10 week old preemie Overnight Newborn Care,  Daytime Schedule Correction, Sleep Training   March-April 2011

10 week old twins
Sleep Training
October-November 2011

Newborn - 12 weeks Overnight Newborn Care & Sleep Training 
Dec 2010 - Mar 2011 

8 week old + a 21 mo old Overnight Newborn Care &  Sleep Training 
Sept 2010

Twins 4 weeks Newborn Nanny & Newborn Care Consultant 
April 2010

Women's Shelter Volunteer on call Newborn Care Specialist & Educator

Preemie Triplets 6 weeks (--2 weeks adjusted) Overnight Newborn Care Specialist Twins 8 weeks (6 weeks adjusted) Newborn Care Specialist, Newborn Nanny 
Dec 08- Jan 09

Triplets age 4 mos (2 mos adjusted) till 19 mos of age 1 Boy from 2 ½ - 3 ½ yrs of age F/T Newborn and Toddler Nanny August 2007 – November 2008


Hi! Thank you for considering Heather with Got Newborns LLC to watch over your precious little one(s) at this very special time of transition in your life.  Throughout the years Heather has pursued education in Social, Human, and Abnormal Psychology, Family Theory, Child, Adolescent and Human Development.  Because each family is unique, she has enjoyed experiencing a range of child rearing philosophies, leading to a continually adjusting balanced approach.  "I see life as a learning experience and I learn and improve myself with each family I have the blessing of working with.  I am grateful to the many families who have become a wonderful part of my life and contributed to who I am today!"

In exploration of her love for babies, children, and families, Heather took several child development courses towards an Associates degree and decided to major in family science at the University.  In 2005 Heather graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in “Marriage, Family, and Human Development.”  After working with preemie triplet babies her heart lead her to further my education into newborn care.  In 2009 she became an NCSA Certified Newborn Care Specialist and has served as board member of the NCSA (Newborn Care Specialist Association) ncsainfo.com 

Heather has experience working with children of all ages, but now focuses on newborns, multiples and preemies.  Some of the special needs she's worked with are eosinophillic esphagitus, cardiac kids, social behavior issues, speech delays, torticollis, and autism spectrum disorder.  Heather is also experienced with the Apnea monitor, and is First Aid/CPR Certified.  

Contact Heather at 

       (805) 795 1494 // heather@gotnewborns.com

Training and Credentials

In 2007 I completed the NCSA Approved courses for Newborn Care Specialists. I am trained asnd CERTIFIED in swaddling, feeding, bathing, diapering, scheduling, sleep training and other neonatal and post partum matters such as cord and circumcision care, apnea, colic, gas and reflux. Aside from loving and caring for infants, as an Certifed NSC and experienced nanny I educate and empower parents on the newest and oldest techniques of newborn, infant, and child care. I do my best to stay current on the latest issues and alternative natural solutions.

College and University Courses:

Human Development
Adolescent Development
Parenting and Child Guidance
Families in Communities
Theories in Family Perspectives
Critical Inquiry & Research Methods
Marriage Enhancement
Strengthening Marriage and Family
Adolescent Psychology
Psychology of Lifespan
Abnormal Psychology
Social Psychology
Religious Marriage and Family
Behavior Management in ECE
Special Needs Child 

Academic Internship at Lakeridge Junior High (8 months)

  • Worked with a counselor's struggling students.

  • Researched causes and solutions of student issues.

  • Surveyed students in a self conducted study and report.

  • Interviewed and met with students for a "Grades Improvement" incentive program.

Utah State Hospital Youth Activities Program Committee (20 hours)

  • Planned and organized activities for high functioning youth.

  • Attended and supervised weekly activities.

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