Scottsdale families typically get the strongest candidate selection when they reach out 4-6 months before their due date. That lead time allows for unhurried consultations, thorough candidate review, and interviews scheduled around your calendar rather than squeezed into whatever slots remain.
Why the extended timeline? Specialists with the credentials and experience Scottsdale families seek tend to commit early. Families planning ahead secure their first-choice candidates and have time to ensure genuine compatibilityโnot just adequate qualifications, but the right personality and approach for their household.
For families expecting multiples, those requiring 24/7 coverage, or households with complex staffing needs, starting early becomes even more valuable. These placements involve coordination that benefits from breathing room.
That said, circumstances don't always cooperate. Babies arrive early. Plans change. Some families don't discover newborn care specialists until late in pregnancy. We maintain relationships with qualified professionals available on shorter notice and have completed placements within days when the situation demanded it. Whatever your timeline, the conversation is worth having.