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hear me

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workshop (for example if your battery goes), just go back into the email and you can join again

We will take a break for a cup of tea or coffee after an hour or so. Please don’t close the class at the break.

There will be time for a break…

The Baby Academy is an inclusive space. The term partner is meant to include whatever that means for you personally.

Partners will be mentioned, as they can play an important supporting role.

We ’re here to support you all

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After the workshopYou will receive an email with:

After the workshop• A copy of these notes

You will receive an email with:

After the workshop• A copy of these notes

• Links to any websites I mention throughout the day (so no need for you to open these or write them down)

You will receive an email with:

Questions…I am here to support you and answer questions you may have.


There are 10 topics to cover today, so I will open the live chat after each five.


There are 10 topics to cover today, so I will open the live chat after each five.

To keep the class flowing, I can’t answer questions on random topics. I’ll answer questions on the topics we’ve covered.

A little bit about me and how I plan to support you today

How about you guys?What is your name?

Where are you all from?When is baby due?!

How many babies are you having?!!

Antenatal Education Simplified into 5 pillars

2. Labour1. Baby Care 4. The 4th trimester & infant feeding

5. Baby First Aid: Choking & CPR

3. Birth and potential complications




We will cover this today





All of this is covered in our full-day Online Antenatal Class








All tailored for 1st time expectant parents

All of this is covered in our full-day Online Antenatal Class

Today’s Game Plan: Baby Care• Baby bath• Skin & nail care• Changing nappies• Cord care• Dressing baby• Safe Sleep• Temperature control• Role of your HV, CM and GP• Heel Prick Test

Baby bath

Baby bath• Bath baby ideally no more than once a week


• Can anyone guess the correct water temperature? Think about it…


• Can anyone guess the correct water temperature? Think about it…üAnswer: 37℃



• Ensure you have everything you need before you get started




• Avoid any bath products until baby is at least 4-6 weeks old




• Avoid any bath products until baby is at least 4-6 weeks old

• Wash face, behind ears, neck and little hands daily

Find reminder videos in our Instagram Highlights @TheBabyAcademyUK

Skin and nail care• Dry Skin: Common with an over due baby. Refer to

Health Visitor or GP for more advice.



• New-born Rash:•Skin will be reviewed by a paediatrician before you go home• It will fade away by approximately 2 weeks of age




• Melia: Will dissolve back into skin over first 6 months




• Melia: Will dissolve back into skin over first 6 months

• Nails: Please wait until baby is sleeping before you cut their nails

Changing nappies

Changing nappies• Always wash your hands before and after changing baby’s nappy

Changing nappies• Always wash your hands before and after changing baby’s nappy• Wet nappies: Change when baby is awake for a feed

Changing nappies• Always wash your hands before and after changing baby’s nappy• Wet nappies: Change when baby is awake for a feed• Dirty nappies: Always change straight away

Changing nappies• Always wash your hands before and after changing baby’s nappy• Wet nappies: Change when baby is awake for a feed• Dirty nappies: Always change straight away• Boys: NB…penis pointing down into nappy (to avoid leaks & accidents)

Changing nappies• Always wash your hands before and after changing baby’s nappy• Wet nappies: Change when baby is awake for a feed• Dirty nappies: Always change straight away• Boys: NB…penis pointing down into nappy (to avoid leaks & accidents)• Girls: NB…always clean from front to back (to avoid infection)


What to use:


What to use:• Warm water and cotton wool pads


What to use:• Warm water and cotton wool pads• Water wipes for out and about when baby is >6 weeks old


What to use:• Warm water and cotton wool pads• Water wipes for out and about when baby is >6 weeks old• No need for creams and ointments

Find reminder videos in our Instagram Highlights @TheBabyAcademyUK

Wet and dirty nappies: What to expect

Cord care• No need to clean the cord

Day 1

Day 3-5

Day 7


• Try not to get the cord wet

Day 1

Day 3-5

Day 7



• Let the air at the cord (so don’t cover with the nappy)

Day 1

Day 3-5

Day 7




• Usually falls off at approximately 1 week old

Day 1

Day 3-5

Day 7




• Usually falls off at approximately 1 week old

• If concerned call Community Midwife, Health Visitor or GP

Day 1

Day 3-5

Day 7

• Baby bath• Skin & nail care• Changing nappies• Cord care

Any questions on….

Type your questions for the next couple of minutes, then I will answer them for the next 15 minutes or so

I’ll repeat the questions out loud so that we can all learn from the questions asked

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Time for a quick snack

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Follow us on Instagram for practical videos and to join the conversation @TheBabyAcademyUK

Follow us on Instagram for practical videos and to join the conversation @TheBabyAcademyUK

Dressing baby

Dressing baby• How many layers?


ü Answer: One more layer than you!



• Their favourite outfit: A vest, a baby grow and +/- a cardigan




• Avoid tights, dresses, jeans etc. for at least 6 weeks (they will be happier if they are comfy…and in turn they will sleep easier)




• Avoid tights, dresses, jeans etc. for at least 6 weeks (they will be happier if they are comfy…and in turn they will sleep easier)

• Always wash new baby clothes in a non-biological washing powder

Safe sleepReduce the risk of cot death: Since the launch of the Back to Sleep Campaign in 1991,

the number of SIDS deaths has fallen by 82%.

Safe sleep• A – Alone

Reduce the risk of cot death: Since the launch of the Back to Sleep Campaign in 1991, the number of SIDS deaths has fallen by 82%.

Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room• D – Don’t fall asleep with your baby on the couch


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room• D – Don’t fall asleep with your baby on the couch• E – Early medical advice if baby seems unwell


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room• D – Don’t fall asleep with your baby on the couch• E – Early medical advice if baby seems unwell• F – Feet of baby to the foot of the cot


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room• D – Don’t fall asleep with your baby on the couch• E – Early medical advice if baby seems unwell• F – Feet of baby to the foot of the cot• G – Get rid of soft objects and anything loose or fluffy


Safe sleep• A – Alone• B – on their Back• C – in a Cot in your room• D – Don’t fall asleep with your baby on the couch• E – Early medical advice if baby seems unwell• F – Feet of baby to the foot of the cot• G – Get rid of soft objects and anything loose or fluffy


For a video on Safe Sleep for Twins, check out our Instagram @TheBabyAcademyUK

What we don’t recommend●Pods / Nests

●Pillows / duvets / heavy bedding

●Cot bumpers

●Hammocks

●Sleep positioners

Temperature control

Temperature Control• As we learned, always dress baby in one more layer than you


• Then 2-4 layers of cellular blankets while sleeping



• Cold hands, feet and noses are normal




• Check baby’s chest with your hand to feel core temperature




• Check baby’s chest with your hand to feel core temperature

• Concerned?• Check using a thermometer. Normal temperature is 36.5 ℃ - 37.5℃

Supporting Roles1) Your Community Midwife

2) Your Health Visitor3) Your GP

Supporting Roles1) Your Community Midwife

2) Your Health Visitor3) Your GP

Who does what…and when?

Role of your Community Midwife• The NHS recommends a minimum of 10 days postnatal community care by your

community midwife.


community midwife.

• However, this care is currently provided in your local community midwife clinic due to Covid-19 guidelines.


community midwife.


• Day your baby is born is classed as “Day 0”.


community midwife.


• Day your baby is born is classed as “Day 0”.

• Your Community Midwife will not discharge you and your new baby from community care until he returns to his birth weight.

Role of your Health Visitor• Your Health Visitor (HV) is responsible for the health of the child once discharged

from the care of your community midwife.

Role of your Health Visitor• Your Health Visitor (HV) is responsible for the health of the child once discharged

from the care of your community midwife.

• Mother does not need to contact the HV as the information is sent automatically.

Role of your Health Visitor• Your Health Visitor (HV) is responsible for the health of the child once discharged from

the care of your community midwife.


• HV should phone within first 7 days to make a home appointment for a New Birth Visit.





• Your HV will ensure all mandated development check-ups are performed as per NHS guidelines.





• Your HV will ensure all mandated development check-ups are performed as per NHS guidelines.

• Your HV will also provide details of walk-in clinics for weight checks and family support.

Role of your GP• Baby should be registered with the GP that Mum is registered with (usually online

form).


form).

• The NHS number for your baby will be generated at birth and is in the front of the red book, usually on a sticker.


form).

• The NHS number for your baby will be generated at birth and is in the front of the red book, usually on a sticker.

• Baby will have his 8 week check-up and all his vaccinations with the GP.

“NBSS” or Heel Prick Test• When?

“NBSS” or Heel Prick Test• When? Between 72 and 120 hours after birth


• Who will perform this test?


• Who will perform this test? Your community midwife



• What are they testing for?



- Cystic Fibrosis - Congenital Hypothyroidism- Phenylketonuria - Maple Syrup Urine Disease- Sickle Cell Disease - Homocystinuria - Glutaric Aciduria Type 1 - MCADD

• What are they testing for?

Heel Prick Test Top Tips• Socks on baby (warm feet are paramount for this test to run

smoothly)


smoothly)

• Skin to skin or feed your baby during the test to keep your baby nice and calm


smoothly)

• Skin to skin or feed your baby during the test to keep your baby nice and calm

• If further testing is required you will be notified within a week. If no concerns the parents will be notified by 2 weeks.

The safety of our Mums and babies is our top priority. We are currently following the guidance of the NHS regarding in-person classes.

Unfortunately it is not envisaged that in-person classes will resume until there is a vaccine.

A note on in-person Antenatal Classes across the UK:

1. Baby Care

Today

• Baby bath• Changing nappies• Skin & nail care• Cord care• Dressing baby• Safe Sleep• Temperature control• Role of your CM, HV & GP• Heel Prick Test

2. Labour1. Baby Care 4. The 4th trimester & Infant feeding


Full-day Online Antenatal ClassToday


• Key signs to recognising labour

• What is happening physically during the 3 stages

• What can you do to help• Best positions for labour• How to know when to go

to hospital• Understanding birth

preferences• Coping strategies• Understanding pain relief

options• Tips for your hospital bag

checklist

• Birthing positions• Role of birthing partner• Instrumental birth• Caesarean birth• Induction of labour• What happens

immediately after the birth

• Skin to skin tips

• Going home from hospital• Breast changes• How to know my baby is

hungry• Positions for

breastfeeding• Breastfeeding latching

advice • Supplementation – EBM

and formula• Supports available• Winding tips• Vitamin D• Sterilising• Bonding tips• Awareness around signs

and symptoms of postnatal depression

• Baby Choking• Baby CPR• Baby-proof the home• How to check baby for

response• Baby recovery position• Clearing airway• Unconscious baby

• Baby bath• Changing nappies• Skin & nail care• Cord care• Dressing baby• Safe Sleep• Temperature control• Role of your CM, HV & GP• Heel Prick Test

Why might I attend The Baby Academy’s full day online class?

• Increased likelihood of vaginal birth• Lower rate of inductions• Higher likelihood of breastfeeding• Increased communication between childbearing women and their

maternity care provider• Decreased need for pain medication in labour• Increased confidence for labour and birth

Evidence-based research shows that those who attend

an Antenatal Class have:

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal Class

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for?

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend?

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd Trimester

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd TrimesterWho attends the online class?

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd TrimesterWho attends the online class? We recommend mother and partner learn together

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd TrimesterWho attends the online class? We recommend mother and partner learn togetherWhat time is the class?

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd TrimesterWho attends the online class? We recommend mother and partner learn togetherWhat time is the class? 9.30am-4.30pm, convenient and comprehensive

Questions we get asked about our 1-day Online Antenatal ClassWho is it for? Tailored for 1st time expectant parents. Class numbers far smaller than today!When is best to attend? Anytime in your 2nd or 3rd TrimesterWho attends the online class? We recommend mother and partner learn togetherWhat time is the class? 9.30am-4.30pm, convenient and comprehensiveWe are so passionate about the content you will learn, such as:


• How to know when to go to hospital


• How to know when to go to hospital• Advice on trying to avoid going overdue


• How to know when to go to hospital• Advice on trying to avoid going overdue• How to know when my baby is hungry


• How to know when to go to hospital• Advice on trying to avoid going overdue• How to know when my baby is hungry• Helping Mum and partner gain awareness around signs and symptoms of postnatal

depression



depression• Explanation of breast changes during breastfeeding



depression• Explanation of breast changes during breastfeeding • Plus 46 more topics to empower you!




What else do I get?




What else do I get?• Recording of the class, so you can watch back as you wish




What else do I get?• Recording of the class, so you can watch back as you wish• Virtual tour of Delivery Suite that you can access anytime




What else do I get?• Recording of the class, so you can watch back as you wish• Virtual tour of Delivery Suite that you can access anytime• Access to our resource page: To save you time, we have trawled the web and put together

all the most-trustful videos and content

Current Special Offer£99 per couple

• Saturday 3rd October (SOLD OUT)• Saturday 10th October (3 places remaining)• Saturday 17th October (2 places remaining)• Saturday 31st October (Limited places remaining)• Saturday 7th November (SOLD OUT)• Saturday 21st November• Saturday 5th December (Limited places remaining)• Saturday 12th December• Saturday 16th January 2021 (SOLD OUT)• Saturday 13th February 2021• Saturday 13th March 2021

Various Upcoming Date Options:

Places do book out, so early booking is highly advised.

To book your place, click the button at top of this page or visit www.mybabyacademy.co.uk

Thank you

The Baby Academy,33 Queen Street,London EC4R [email protected]

• Dressing baby• Safe sleep• Temperature control• Role of your supports• Heel Prick Test• Vaccinations

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