Care of the Newborn

Do you feel ready to care for your newborn? Feeling confident about bringing baby home?

Learn essential skills and knowledge for caring for your new baby.

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Caring for a newborn is rewarding—but can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time parents.

Taught by experienced medical professionals and midwives, this hands-on course covers diapering, bathing, soothing techniques, and more. You'll gain the confidence and skills to care for your baby with ease, comfort, and calm.

This session is best taken before baby arrives — ideally from week 28 of pregnancy onwards, or shortly after birth.

What does this course cover?

Our Care of the Newborn course is designed to equip parents with essential, hands-on skills to confidently care for their new baby. Topics include:

• Feeding
  Learn the basics of breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and how to prepare formula safely. We cover common feeding challenges and how to recognise signs that your baby is feeding well.

• Diapering
  Practice diaper changing techniques and learn how to prevent and manage nappy rash — including product tips and when to seek medical advice.

• Bathing & Hygiene
  Step-by-step guidance on how to bathe your newborn, care for their delicate skin, and maintain daily hygiene routines with confidence.

• Umbilical Cord Care
  Learn how to keep the umbilical stump clean and dry, recognise signs of infection, and understand when it will naturally fall off.

• Sleep
  Understand the principles of safe sleep, sleep positions, and how to create a calming bedtime routine for your baby.

• Comforting Techniques
  Discover how to burp and soothe your baby — including techniques for calming fussiness and responding to newborn cues.

• Recognising Health Concerns
  Gain insight into what’s normal in the newborn period and what signs may indicate it’s time to seek help, from fevers to feeding issues.

• Emotional Support for Parents
  We also discuss the emotional adjustment to parenthood — how to manage stress, when to ask for help, and how to care for your own wellbeing as new parents.

This course is practical, supportive, and designed to help you feel calm, capable, and connected in your new role as a parent.

FAQ’S

• If I have already done the Holistic Childbirth Prep or Hypnobirthing Course, do I still need this?

The Care of the Newborn class is already included in our Intensive Childbirth and Childbirth Preparation courses at Mother & Child.

This standalone session is ideal for parents who have attended a prenatal course elsewhere but want focused, hands-on training in newborn care.

Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence or refresh your skills — this course has you covered.