This class will support you in feeling prepared and ready to bring your baby home.

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A baby is about to join your family! It’s an exciting time for everyone. However, a newborn baby can feel small and fragile. Come learn about how to care for your new addition with Dena Carmosino.

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During these classes, you will have the opportunity to practice various techniques, test out products, ask questions, watch videos and discuss important topics.

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Below, you will find the topics that will be covered.

• Normal Newborn Appearance and Behavior
  What to expect in the first few days after birth

• Breastfeeding Basics
  Myths and facts

• The first 4 weeks
  Practicing breastfeeding holds
  Pumping/ storing
  Trouble shooting common issues
  Tongue tie- how to recognize it, how it can impact breastfeeding and how to correct it
  Setting up a nursing area at home

• Bottle Feeding

• When and why, dos and do-nots

• What is paced feeding
  Which bottles?

• Caring for Your Newborn

• Diapering 101
  Belly button care
  Swaddling techniques, what's safe and what's not Soothing ideas Bathing Burping techniques
  Understanding what your baby's cries mean Tummy time and developmental play

• Sleep and How to Get More of it!
  Understanding Newborn sleep, setting realistic expectations Sleep routines and schedules Practical ways to get more sleep Gentle sleep training methods, when and when not to use

• Essential Oils and Your Newborn
  What are essential oils?
  How can they help my Newborn?
  How do I use them with my newborn?
  Make your own lotion with an essential oil of your choice