Legal Newborn Contract

LEGAL NEWBORN CONTRACT

This Legal Newborn Contract ("Agreement") is made effective as of by and between Parent(s): , residing at and Newborn Care Provider: , principal place of business at (collectively, the "Parties").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Parent(s) are the legal parent(s) or legal guardians of the newborn child named , born on (the "Newborn");

WHEREAS, Parent(s) desire to retain Provider to provide newborn care services including feeding, soothing, hygiene, sleep supervision and parental support as further described below (the "Care Services"); and

WHEREAS, Provider represents that Provider has the training, experience, and ability to provide the Care Services in accordance with applicable medical and safety standards and will comply with Parent(s) written instructions and applicable laws.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

"Care Services" means routine newborn care tasks performed by Provider for the Newborn, including feeding (breastfeeding support or bottle feeding as instructed), diapering, bathing assistance, sleep monitoring, soothing, basic developmental interaction, and maintenance of care logs as required by this Agreement.

"Emergency Medical Treatment" means any medical care reasonably required to prevent imminent harm to the Newborn including transport to an emergency medical facility and administration of life-saving interventions by licensed medical personnel.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 Provider shall perform Care Services in accordance with the written care plan supplied by Parent(s) and as modified in writing from time to time. Provider's duties shall include, without limitation: feeding as directed; safe sleep monitoring; diapering and hygiene; maintenance of a daily care log documenting feeding times, diaper changes, sleep periods and notable events; and communicating changes in the Newborn's condition to Parent(s).

2.2 Provider shall follow safe sleep recommendations and shall not place the Newborn on any soft or elevated surface unsupervised. Provider shall notify Parent(s) immediately of any choking, labored breathing, persistent high fever, bleeding, or any other symptom that may reasonably require medical evaluation.

2.3 Provider shall not administer prescription medications to the Newborn except pursuant to a written, signed medication authorization form provided by Parent(s) and shall document each administration in the care log.

2.4 Provider shall maintain current certification in infant CPR and infant first aid: Yes

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

3.1 Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on and shall continue until terminated in accordance with this Section.

3.2 Termination for Convenience. Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other Party at least days in advance.

3.3 Immediate Termination. Parent(s) may terminate immediately for gross negligence, willful misconduct, abuse, or any act that endangers the Newborn. Provider may terminate immediately upon material breach by Parent(s) that is not cured within 5 days of written notice.

4. COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES

4.1 Rates. Parent(s) shall pay Provider at the rate of $ per hour for time spent performing Care Services, subject to minimum shift durations as agreed in writing.

4.2 Payment. Payments shall be made . Late payments shall accrue interest at the lesser of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law.

4.3 Reimbursable Expenses. Provider shall be reimbursed for preapproved, reasonable expenses incurred in connection with Care Services upon submission of receipts. Reimbursement shall not exceed $ per occurrence unless preapproved in writing.

5. HEALTH, SAFETY, AND MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION

5.1 Emergency Authorization. Parent(s) authorize Provider to obtain Emergency Medical Treatment for the Newborn when, in Provider's reasonable judgment, such treatment is necessary to prevent serious injury or death. Parent(s) shall be notified as soon as reasonably practicable.

5.2 Pediatrician and Emergency Contact Information:

5.3 Medication Authorization. Parent(s) authorize Provider to administer the following over-the-counter medications if needed in emergency:

6. BACKGROUND, CERTIFICATIONS, AND COMPLIANCE

6.1 Provider represents and warrants that Provider has disclosed any criminal convictions or pending charges that would impair the ability to provide Care Services. Provider agrees to submit to background checks and to provide evidence of required certifications upon request.

6.2 Provider shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding childcare services and licensing. Provider shall maintain liability insurance in amounts customary for the industry and provide proof of insurance upon request.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

7.1 Provider shall keep confidential all non-public information concerning the Newborn and the family obtained in the course of providing Care Services, except as required by law or necessary to obtain emergency medical care. Provider shall not publish or share images, medical information, or personal data of the Newborn without prior written consent from Parent(s).

8. RECORDS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AND SOCIAL MEDIA

8.1 Provider shall maintain accurate records of Care Services and shall provide Parent(s) a copy of the record upon request. Provider shall not post photographs or identifying information of the Newborn or family on any social media or public forum without prior written permission from Parent(s).

9. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION

9.1 Provider shall exercise reasonable care in the performance of Care Services. Except for gross negligence or willful misconduct, neither Party shall be liable for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from performance under this Agreement.

9.2 Each Party shall indemnify and hold harmless the other Party from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising out of the indemnifying Party's breach of this Agreement, negligence, or willful misconduct.

10. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by hand, certified mail, or overnight courier to the addresses below or to such other address as a Party may designate in writing:

11. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

11.1 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to conflict of laws principles.

11.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any written attachments signed by the Parties, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

11.3 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

12. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

12.1 Amendment. No amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both Parties.

12.2 Waiver. The failure of either Party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any other provision.

12.3 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Facsimile or electronic signatures shall be deemed original signatures for all purposes.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS / NOTES

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