ORIGINS BIRTH & FAMILY
Practical Class: Baby Care 101
Hands-On Newborn Care for Confident Parents
Learn. Practice. Feel Confident.
Bringing your baby home is one of life’s greatest joys—but it can also come with plenty of questions. Our Practical Baby Care Workshop is designed to give you the confidence and practical skills you need to care for your newborn during those precious first three months.
This interactive, hands-on class is perfect for expectant parents, new parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want to feel prepared before baby arrives or refresh their newborn care knowledge.
Whether this is your first baby or your fourth, you’ll leave with practical skills, evidence-based information, and the reassurance that you’re ready to care for your little one with confidence.
R350
Per Couple
Who is this class for?
This workshop is ideal for:
- Expectant parents preparing for baby's arrival
- First-time parents
- Partners wanting to be actively involved in newborn care
What You'll Learn
We will guide you through the essential practical skills every new parent needs.
Safe Handling & Comforting Your Baby
- How to safely hold, lift and carry your newborn
- Different comforting and soothing positions
- Supporting your baby's head and neck
- Understanding your baby's cues
Feeding & Bottle Preparation
- Responsive feeding principles
- Safe bottle preparation and hygiene
- Correct bottle-feeding techniques
- Burping methods
- Recognising feeding cues
Nappy Changing
- Step-by-step nappy changing
- Preventing and managing nappy rash
- Understanding normal newborn nappies
- Hygiene best practices
Baby Bathing & Hygiene
- Safe bathing techniques
- How often to bathe your baby
- Washing, drying and skin care
- Nail, eye and general hygiene
Umbilical Cord Care
- Caring for the cord stump
- What to expect during healing
- Signs that require medical attention
Dressing Your Baby
- How to dress your baby for different seasons
- Understanding temperature regulation
- Swaddling basics and safe use
Babywearing Basics
- Benefits of babywearing
- Safe babywearing principles
- Introduction to different carriers
- Babywearing safety tips
Safe Sleep Practices
- Creating a safe sleep environment
- Reducing the risk of SIDS
- Room sharing recommendations
- Safe settling techniques
- Understanding newborn sleep
Newborn Health & Safety
- Common newborn concerns
- Normal newborn behaviour
- When to seek medical advice
- Building confidence in caring for your baby
This is a Hands-On Workshop
This isn’t just a lecture – you’ll have the opportunity to practise every essential skill using newborn dolls and equipment.
You’ll gain confidence through guided demonstrations and practical experience in a supportive, relaxed environment where no question is too small.
What's Included?
- 2-hour practical workshop
- Hands-on demonstrations and guided practice
- Take-home newborn care resources & notes
- Opportunity to ask questions
- Small class sizes for personalised support
Why Choose Origins Birth & Family?
At Origins Birth & Family, we believe that every parent deserves to feel informed, supported and confident as they begin their parenting journey.
Our workshops are evidence-based, practical and designed to prepare you for real life—not just the textbook version of parenthood.
We create a welcoming environment where parents can learn, practise and ask questions without judgement, leaving with the skills and confidence to care for their newborn from day one.
Course Details
Duration: 2 Hours
Format: Practical, hands-on workshop
Who Can Attend: Expectant parents, partners, grandparents and caregivers
Class Size: Small groups for personalised guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I attend this class?
We recommend attending anytime from 28 weeks of pregnancy onwards, allowing plenty of time to prepare before your baby’s arrival.
Can my partner attend?
Absolutely! We strongly encourage partners to attend, as caring for a newborn is a shared journey. The class fee covers attendance for two people.
Do I need any experience?
Not at all. This workshop is designed for beginners, and we’ll guide you through each skill step by step.
What should I bring?
Just yourselves! We’ll provide all the equipment needed for demonstrations and practice.
Invest in Confidence
The first few weeks with your baby can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to.
Join us for a practical, supportive workshop and leave feeling prepared, empowered and excited for the journey ahead.
Ready to feel confident caring for your newborn?
Book your place today and take the first step towards confident parenthood.