Question 1

How do I book a service?

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Simple!I will guide you through the process to ensure a smooth and easy experience. You can make an 'Occasional' Booking online, just click here: or for a 'Packaged' or 'Custom' Booking contact me via phone, email or via this link:

Question 2

Do you offer gift vouchers?

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I sure do! These are the perfect gift for a baby shower, new arrival, Mother's Day, a birthday or a work colleague going on maternity leave. You can purchase a full night of care ($585) or a $100, $200 contribution towards a full night of care. There is also the option to purchase a custom amount.  eGift Vouchers can be purchased online here:  or if you find it easier, you can email/text/call me to arrange.📧 thevillagenightnurse@outlook.com📞0427 095 788

Question 3

Are you a fully awake service?

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Yes, absolutely!

Question 4

Will you travel outside of Parkes/Forbes?

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Yes, I can and will travel to surrounding areas within 60mins.Travel fees will apply to locations greater than 30mins.​You can view my service map here:

Question 5

What are your hours?

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Typically, 9pm-6am.Start and finish times are flexible with an Occasional or Custom booking.  I am available for 9hr, 10hr, 11hr or 12hrs nights.

Question 6

Is care provided overnight only?

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Yes, this is exclusively an overnight service.

Question 7

What if i have twins?

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Twice as fun! I will happily provide a Custom package.

Question 8

What about my older children?

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My service is designed to provide attentive and focused care to infants. I am very happy to discuss options in this regard.

Question 9

Can you also clean my house during the night?

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No, because this would be quite disruptive to your sleep.I do offer a kitchen reset for a small additional fee.

Question 10

Can you do extra tasks during the night?

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Yes, if time allows. Add-on services can be provided for an additional fee. These include ironing, packed lunches or kitchen reset. If you have a specific request; I would be happy to discuss.

Question 11

What will you do while my child is asleep?

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Whilst your baby is sleeping, I will continually monitor them. Regularly looking and listening to check breathing, skin colour, and warmth. This gives you peace of mind to switch off and allow your mind/body to rest.  I'll soothe, settle and resettle your baby throughout the night.If you exclusively breast feed - I will bring your baby to you; no need to leave your warm, cozy bed. If you bottle feed - I will prepare the expressed breast milk or formula and attend to all overnight feeds.I will clean and sterilise all feeding equipment. This includes bottles, teats, breast pump accessories and dummies.If you would like, I can prepare the bottles for the following day and/or reload dispensers, portion & freeze breast milk. I will take care of all nappy changes during the night.I can attend some light baby-related tasks such as washing, drying, folding, putting away your babies' clothes, bibs, reusable nappies etc. Restocking the nursery, change tables/stations, nappy bag.If your baby has special need's I will happily discuss these with you. Examples include but are not limited to; a feeding tube, CPAP or medication requirements. If within my scope of practice, I will attend to these additional care needs.

Question 12

Are you a registered NDIS provider?

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No

Question 13

Are you a registered CCS provider?

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No

Question 14

Do you have insurance?

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Yes, I have professional indemnity and public liability insurance as both a health care professional and child-care provider.

Question 15

What qualifications/certifications do you have?

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AHPRA Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Registered Nurse (NM0001157024) ​Working With Children Check (WWC0766014E) ​First Aid     - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID009)     - Provide basic emergency life support (HLTAID010)     - Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)     - Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (HLTAID012)                ​Current vaccination record​Public Liability & Professional Indemnity Insurance ​National Police Certificate (NSWPF-2026-943727) May 2026​NSW Driver Licence (Class C) ​SafeTALK - suicide alertness training & certification ​Statement of Attainment - Apply risk management processes (RIIRIS301E)

Question 16

What inspired you to offer this service?

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I just naturally want to help others; no doubt my calling into nursing.I wanted to bring together my profession, my passion and what women need.A career shift that prioritised my family life, whilst also engaging in meaningful work that had autonomy and flexibility.

Question 17

Who inspired you to offer this service?

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Without a doubt my Nan (Margaret Faulkner) 💖She was calm, warm, and gentle with the kindest heart. A dedicated women & children's nurse for 20 years before transitioning to a career in early childhood. She was the director of Parkes Preschool (now PECC) for 15 years (1974-1989).

Question 18

Are you a local?

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Yes, born in Parkes.I now live on rural property between Parkes & Forbes.

Question 19

Do you have children?

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Yes, I have a 5yo daughter.

Question 20

Are you immunised/vaccinated?

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I sure am. Covid, Influenza, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Polio, Hep B&C. I can provide my immunisation history if required.

Question 21

Are you a babysitter?

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Traditionally a babysitter looks after your child while you are away from the home.My service aims to support parents by allowing them to get some quality and restorative rest while still in their own home.

Question 22

Are you a midwife?

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No, I am not a midwife. I have lived experience as a mum and newborn/paediatric nursing experience. I have recently completed the 'Birth to Three Comprehensive Course' via Sleep Smart. I intend to enroll in a Graduate Certificate - Child & Family Health Nursing in 2027.

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