Postpartum & Newborn Care Class

Prepare for life after birth and learn how to care for yourself and your baby with confidence. This course is divided into two classes: one focused on your postpartum recovery, and the other on newborn care.

Learn how to navigate the physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes after birth:

Physical Recovery:

• Uterus, bladder, bowels, perineum, vaginal discharge, hemorrhoids
• Pain management, including after cesarean birth and gas pain
• Personal care: perineal care, incision care, rest and sleep, hair and skin changes, varicose veins
• Healthy lifestyle: nutrition, exercise, weight management, and breastfeeding support

Postpartum Complications & Safety:

• Postpartum hemorrhage, blood clots, preeclampsia
• Skin-to-skin bonding and sudden postnatal collapse awareness

Emotional Wellbeing:

• Baby blues, postpartum depression and anxiety, postpartum OCD, postpartum psychosis
• Support for partners, paternal perinatal depression
• Family, visitors, siblings, and pets

Learn how to care for your baby safely and confidently from day one:

Newborn Health & Screening:

• Appearance, jaundice, vital signs, metabolic and hearing screenings, pulse oximetry
• Late preterm babies, circumcision, girls’ vaginal bleeding, immunizations

Daily Care & Hygiene:

• Umbilical cord care, nail care, mucus removal
• Diapering, diaper rash prevention, bathing

Baby Behavior & Soothing:

• Understanding crying and fussiness, colic, overstimulation
• Swaddling, safe sleep, rooming-in, pacifier use, SIDS prevention

Safety & Development:

• Car seat safety 
• Shaken baby syndrome awareness
• Tummy time for development

• Feel confident and prepared for postpartum recovery
• Reduce anxiety and stress for both parent and baby
• Strengthen your bond with your newborn
• Learn practical tools for daily newborn care and safety

Important Note:
These classes may be covered by your insurance plan, even if you do not wish to receive the full birth support service. I also offer out-of-pocket options, with prices varying depending on whether the class is virtual or in person, and the distance if you are outside my service area.

For more information, you can schedule a service consultation, send me a message, or email me. I’m here to help you choose the best option for you and your family.

• Length: 4-6 hours total (2 sessions)
• Format and Prices
  • Virtual: $175
  • In Person: $250

Important Note:

If you would like to pay but have not yet confirmed a date/time:
When pressing the Confirm & Pay button, please enter your preferred days and times in the notes section. It is recommended to contact me first. If you choose not to, I will reach out to you within 24–48 hours to schedule your class.

Certain restrictions may apply for in-person classes if you are outside my service area.