New Baby Mini Course: Confident, Informed Parenting from Day One

Everything you need to care for your new baby in just two relaxed sessions!

Our New Baby Mini Course combines two essential, face-to-face workshops:

The New Baby and Breastfeeding Workshops are
delivered over two Saturday afternoons by expert midwives and infant feeding specialists.

Whether you’re a first-time parent or looking for a refresher, this course gives you the knowledge and practical skills to feel prepared, calm, and connected right from the start. You’ll leave feeling confident to care for your baby, respond to their cues, and make informed decisions about feeding, safety, and early development.

What you’ll learn over the two workshops

Part 1: Caring for your new baby

This practical, evidence-based workshop guides you through your baby’s transition after birth, what to expect in the early days, and how to recognise what’s normal (and what’s not).

Topics include:

• What happens immediately after birth, including monitoring, and newborn checks

• Understanding the first 24 hours – screening, referrals, wet and dirty nappies

• The first 28 days – early development and routine postnatal care

• Formula feeding and safe preparation, amounts, sterilisation, and feeding cues

• Skin care, including nappy rash, cord care, eyes and mouth

• Understanding and responding to colic, reflux, wind, crying and thrush

• Tummy time and early bonding to support emotional development

• Skin to skin and how to do effectively and safely

• Sleep safety and reducing risks and recognising hazards

• When and how to seek advice or support

• Jaundice – what is it and what you can do

• What to expect once you’re home – community midwife visits and further screening

• The importance of vitamin K, newborn registration, and travelling with your baby

You’ll also learn how to spot early signs of illness, understand when to call for help, and how to support your baby’s ongoing development with confidence.

Please note: Breastfeeding is not covered in this session — it is explored in depth in Part 2.

Part 2: Breastfeeding workshop

Led by Carol, an IBCLC Lactation Consultant and Specialist Infant Feeding Midwife, alongside Alison, a trained tongue-tie expert, this interactive session focuses entirely on feeding with confidence.

Topics include:

• What colostrum is, why it’s important, and how to harvest it from 37 weeks (Beyond Midwives equipment provided)

• The benefits of breastfeeding for both parent and baby

• The physiology of feeding – how hormones influence supply and infant development

• Understanding baby’s natural feeding behaviours and cues

• Effective positioning and attachment to prevent complications

• Hands-on practice using dolls and knitted breasts

• How to recognise that your baby is feeding effectively

• Expressing breast milk – hand expression, pumping, and how to manage if baby isn’t latching

• Storing breast milk safely

• Understanding tongue tie – what it is, what to look for, and available support

• Tips for building confidence and overcoming early feeding challenges

This workshop is not only for those planning to breastfeed! It also supports families who may want to express, combine feed, or who are still exploring their options.

What else do you get?

• Free Beyond Midwives Colostrum Collection Pack

• Free Information Booklets for both workshops

• Hot & Cold Drinks, Fruit, and Snacks provided throughout

• Invites to our social and educational events

• Access to a supportive network (separate groups for mums and dads)

• Ongoing support from our midwives! You’re welcome to contact us with questions long after your workshop ends

Flexible scheduling that works around you

This mini course is delivered across two Saturday afternoons, from 1:00pm to 5:30pm.

You can attend both sessions over two consecutive weeks, or select the dates that suit your availability without missing any content!

Why choose Beyond Midwives?

Expert, real-world support that lasts

We go beyond the classroom. All sessions are delivered face-to-face in small, welcoming groups by highly experienced midwives, including an IBCLC lactation consultant

You’ll practise using real tools, explore honest discussion, and build confidence through real-life demonstrations, all in a space where you’re truly heard and supported!

What makes us unique?

We’re the only antenatal course who offer direct mobile access to the midwives.

That means if you have questions after the course, or want reassurance once your baby is here, we’re just a message or phone call away, for as long as you need us!

Because support shouldn’t stop when the session ends. It should grow with you.

Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate and personal. Book your place now and feel ready to welcome your baby with confidence.