Introduction to parenthood course
Becoming a new parent can be a wonderful experience, but it can also be a challenge at times.
Here on this course you will learn many ways to care for your baby right from the beginning. From bonding with your baby whilst you are pregnant, to washing and dressing your baby in the first few days. You will learn several ways to adjust to your new life with your brand new addition, and how to come together as a family through partnership and bonding. Whether it is your first time as a parent or if it has been a long time since your last pregnancy, you will be put right at ease with the knowledge and information provided on this course. Many first time parents can have many concerns about what it will be like and how they will cope. If this is you then this course is most definetly going to benefit !!
You will discover the basics of becoming a parent and how to cope with those days that feel overwhelming.
What is so unique about this course is that you will have access to remote support for you and your family for up to 6 weeks postpartum. As a former midwife i understand the importance of on going support during the first few weeks after you have had a baby and the significant positive outcomes for all.
C O U R S E I N C L U D E S:
Immediate access to
all 7 Modules with videos to listen back at your leisure
Easy access to academic recourses in one place for convienience
Ongoing support for up to 6 weeks postnatally
Information and data given on several topics to help you care for your baby
Knowledge from professional experience and studies to support data given
Step by step information and support for each stage of the early days
W H A T ' S C O V E R E D I N
T H E MODULES?
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Module 1: Connecting with your baby whilst pregnant:
Lessons to cover in this module:
Ways to connect with your baby whilst in the uterus
Recognising movements in utero and what to do if these deviate from normal
Educating yourself on foetal development
Listening to your baby's heartbeat and looking at scan pictures to allow your mind to connect with the growing foetus inside you
Some essentials to purchase for your baby
Module 2: The ‘golden hour’ once baby is born:
Lessons to cover in this module:
Bonding with your baby immediately after birth
Ways to keep the environment calm and tranquil to assist in bonding and breastfeeding
Benefits of skin to skin
How to bond with your baby if you become separated for a medical reason
Module 3: The first few days of parenthood:
Lessons to cover in this module:
Baby wanting to be close to you
How often to feed your baby
Burping your baby and how to hold your baby safely
Babys first poo and changing your baby's nappy
Feeling overwhelmed by your new life as a parent
Module 4: Washing and dressing your baby:
Lessons to cover in this module:
Using a baby bath or bowl to give a top to toe wash
Comfortable clothes to dress your baby in
How to handle your baby whilst washing and dressing
When is the right time for your baby to have first bath
Module 5: Safe sleeping:
Lessons to cover in this module:
Babys sleep pattern
Where to place your baby to sleep
Co sleeping
Ways to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome
Module 6: Bonding with your baby for you and your partner:
Talking to your baby whilst feeding
Regular skin to skin
Partner involvement in caring for your baby
Baby massage
Module 7: Self-care and recovery:
Eating and drinking regularly
Resting when baby sleeps
Pain management