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Postpartum Doula + Newborn and Infant Care Specialist
Course Setup
Course Set Up Instructions (4:40)
Training Manual
Postpartum Doula + Newborn & Infant Care Specialist Course Manual
Module 1: Introduction to the Training
Introduction to the course (2:42)
Roles and responsibilities (1:10)
Module 2: Postpartum Care and Support
Understanding the postpartum period (9:47)
Caring for a mother after childbirth (postpartum period) (24:19)
Perinatal Mood Disorders (13:06)
Breastfeeding basics and assistance (40:27)
Supporting Moms Through Effective Communication (8:06)
Module Summary (4:18)
Module 2 Quiz
Module 3: Newborn Care
Common concerns of new parents (2:01)
Newborn procedures (2:29)
Newborn characteristics (5:21)
Newborn behaviors (9:18)
Newborn holding techniques (2:29)
Newborn feeding and burping techniques (16:54)
Swaddling a newborn (3:31)
Bathing a newborn (10:40)
Dressing a newborn (1:43)
Understanding newborn health (23:10)
Newborn diaper changing and hygiene (7:02)
Soothing a fussy baby (21:03)
Newborn sleep and safety (19:02)
How to help Mom bond with her newborn (1:09)
Summary of Newborns Care (7:55)
Module 3 Quiz
Module 4: Infant Care
Understanding infants and their needs (4:26)
Infant feeding guidelines (6:11)
Infant diaper changing and hygiene (0:48)
Safe sleeping practices for infants (2:08)
Soothing an infant (3:56)
Child development (3:39)
Child learning routines (4:17)
Tummy Time (5:48)
How to develop consistent sleep routine (2:23)
Age-appropriate play activities (3:23)
Summary of Infant Care (8:48)
Module 4 Quiz
Module 5: Household Management
Cleaning and organizing (1:42)
Laundry and dishwashing (0:44)
Meal planning and preparation (6:15)
Module 5 Quiz
Module 6: Basic Safety
Basic safety guidelines (4:26)
Module 6 Quiz
Module 7: Communication and Professionalism
Effective communication skills (30:26)
Setting boundaries and expectations (3:37)
How to avoid imposing your views and beliefs (0:59)
Maintaining professionalism in the workplace (1:50)
Handling difficult situations (1:44)
Interviewing for fit and next steps (3:17)
How to practice self-care (2:05)
Module 7 Quiz
Module 8: Establishing and growing your business
Business Essentials (5:12)
Final evaluation: Part 1
Final examination - Part 1
Final examination - Part 2
Next steps after passing online exam
Outline of next steps (1:07)
Sample interview scenarios
Handouts for interview and supporting families
Understanding the postpartum period
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