Online Classes
Basic Newborn Care
In this course, you’ll find meticulously researched information on issues such as:
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First days
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Feeding
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Sleep
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Soothing
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Bathing
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Changing diapers
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Basic care of skin, hair, and nails
This course is great for parents who want to start their journey with a solid understanding of the essentials. Included in this class, you will also receive three follow-up emails after the birth of your child, to address any questions you might have.
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1-on-1 personal video consultation version also available.
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*For nannies: A certificate of completion will come with either Newborn Care class- a great item to add to your resume!
Comprehensive Newborn Care
This extended course goes far beyond what you would find in a typical newborn class, examining subjects such as:
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All basic care, including first days, feeding, sleeping, soothing, bathing, diapers, etc.
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Parental well-being
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Postpartum Depression
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Alleviating guilt
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Coping with the changes to your life
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Being assertive about your needs
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Common ailments
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What to expect at visits to your pediatrician
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Returning to work
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Finding childcare providers
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And much more.
Also included is a complementary phone or video consultation of 60 minutes following the birth of your child to address any questions you might have. This will be an entirely open consultation, and you should feel free to discuss anything that might be on your mind, including how you are coping, feeding issues, or anything else of concern.
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*For nannies: A certificate of completion will come with either Newborn Care class- a great item to add to your resume!
Early Boundaries
COMING JUNE 2024!​
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This workshop teaches caregivers and parents of children ages 1-5 how establishing gentle boundaries can help head off the so-called “terrible twos”/"threenagers". With detailed, helpful tips about how to set boundaries before you get there, you can set a strong foundation for what's to come.
Already dealing with some tiny tyrants? That's okay! The methods in this class work for all periods of behvioural concern as well, and center around encouraging a healthy expression of feelings while still developing a strong sense of self in your child.
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Topics include when and how to begin setting boundaries in consideration of development, appropriate use of the word “no”, the difference between boundary setting, discipline and punishment, employing empathy, handling real situations and tactics, dealing with tantrums and aggression, and how sign language can be a vital tool to establishing healthy expression of emotions.
Teaching Your Child to Sleep
Confused about all the different ways to teach your child to sleep? We don't blame you!
Despite all of the information out there, trying to decide which method is right for you can be a challenge! In this 90 minute workshop, we'll explore:
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Eight of the major methods.
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What they entail
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Their pros and cons
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Exactly how to do each one
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Routines
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Some of the science behind sleep training
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How to handle disruptions
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The dreaded 45 minute intruder
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And more.
You can purchase just the class, or add emails or a follow-up consultation* to help guide you through the process. Soon, you'll be saying hello to a better night's sleep for your whole family!
*follow-up consultation does not come with a written, personalized sleep plan. Instead, we can answer any questions you might have about the workshop, and can fine tune the method to suit your child. If you'd like a full sleep consultation and plan, check out our Consultations section above!
Organizing for New Parents
During this course, parents and parents-to-be will learn basic techniques for organizing their homes, and dive into the details of how a new baby may change the needs of your space. From kitchen cabinets to paper files, there will be examples and strategies to help create calm, comfortable spaces to care for your child.