Newborn Care Training Course

Lesson 1 • Safe Sleep Environment Setup

Teaches evidence-based safe sleep guidelines and crib setup to reduce sudden infant death risk. Directly applies physiological knowledge to a critical daily care task.

Lesson 2 • The Caregiver's Role and Responsibilities

Defines caregiver duties, professional boundaries, and ethical obligations in newborn care. Frames the mindset and accountability required throughout the course.

Lesson 3 • Documentation and Record-Keeping

Covers daily log formats for feeding, sleep, and diaper output to track infant health trends. Accurate records support early detection of problems and parent communication.

Lesson 4 • Newborn Physiology Basics

Covers normal physical traits, vital sign ranges, and organ system maturity at birth. Establishes the physiological baseline needed for all subsequent care decisions.

Lesson 1 • Breastfeeding Support Techniques

Covers latch assessment, common holds, and caregiver support strategies for nursing mothers. Builds skills to assist without replacing the mother's feeding role.

Lesson 2 • Feeding Frequency and Growth Monitoring

Establishes age-appropriate feeding schedules and weight gain benchmarks for the first weeks. Links feeding adequacy to growth outcomes tracked in daily logs.

Lesson 3 • Formula Preparation and Storage

Teaches safe formula selection, mixing ratios, water safety, and storage temperature rules. Prevents contamination and ensures correct caloric intake.

Lesson 4 • Bottle-Feeding Technique

Demonstrates paced bottle-feeding, nipple flow selection, and burping methods. Reduces overfeeding, gas, and aspiration risk during bottle feeds.

Lesson 1 • Diapering Procedures and Safety

Covers step-by-step diapering, wiping direction, and safe surface practices. Prevents urinary tract infections and falls during diaper changes.

Lesson 2 • Sponge Bathing Technique

Demonstrates safe sponge bathing before cord separation, including water temperature and sequencing. Maintains warmth and prevents cord contamination during early baths.

Lesson 3 • Common Newborn Skin Conditions

Identifies diaper rash, cradle cap, milia, and newborn acne with appropriate care responses. Distinguishes normal skin variations from conditions requiring medical attention.

Lesson 4 • Umbilical Cord Stump Care

Teaches dry cord care, normal healing stages, and signs of infection. Proper stump care prevents omphalitis and supports natural separation.

Lesson 1 • Establishing Healthy Sleep Routines

Teaches pre-sleep cue sequences, drowsy-but-awake placement, and consistent environment cues. Builds habits that support longer sleep consolidation over time.

Lesson 2 • Newborn Developmental Milestones

Outlines sensory, motor, and social milestones from birth to three months. Helps caregivers recognize typical progress and flag potential developmental concerns.

Lesson 3 • Age-Appropriate Stimulation Activities

Introduces tummy time, high-contrast visuals, and responsive talking to support brain development. Connects developmental knowledge to daily caregiver interactions.

Lesson 4 • Effective Soothing Techniques

Covers the five S's framework, swaddling, white noise, and motion-based calming methods. Equips caregivers with a tiered toolkit for managing infant distress.

Lesson 1 • Medication Safety and Administration

Covers caregiver scope for administering medications, dosing accuracy, and documentation requirements. Prevents medication errors through strict protocol adherence.

Lesson 2 • Common Newborn Conditions

Covers jaundice, colic, reflux, and congestion with caregiver management strategies. Distinguishes self-limiting conditions from those needing medical evaluation.

Lesson 3 • When and How to Seek Medical Help

Establishes clear escalation criteria, emergency versus urgent care decisions, and parent notification steps. Ensures caregivers act decisively without overreacting or delaying.

Lesson 4 • Recognizing Signs of Illness

Identifies behavioral, physical, and feeding changes that signal illness in newborns. Builds systematic observation skills that complement vital sign monitoring.

Lesson 1 • Infant Choking Response

Covers the complete back blow and chest thrust sequence for conscious and unconscious choking infants. Directly applies airway safety knowledge to emergency intervention.

Lesson 2 • First Aid Kit Preparation and Use

Identifies essential first aid supplies, expiration management, and kit accessibility standards. Ensures caregivers are materially prepared before emergencies occur.

Lesson 3 • Infant CPR Fundamentals

Teaches the infant CPR sequence including responsiveness checks, rescue breaths, and chest compressions. Builds the core life-saving skill required in all newborn care roles.

Lesson 4 • Responding to Seizures and Fever

Covers seizure positioning, timing, and post-seizure care alongside fever management protocols. Addresses two high-anxiety emergency scenarios common in newborn care.

Lesson 1 • Burn and Scald Prevention

Covers bath water testing, bottle warming safety, and hot surface awareness in the care environment. Prevents thermal injuries through consistent pre-task checks.

Lesson 2 • Fall and Drop Prevention

Covers safe carrying techniques, surface positioning rules, and caregiver distraction management. Addresses the leading cause of preventable newborn injury.

Lesson 3 • Environmental Hazard Assessment

Teaches room-by-room hazard identification, toxic substance storage, and cord and blind safety. Extends safety knowledge from the crib to the entire care environment.

Lesson 4 • Choking and Airway Safety

Identifies choking hazards, safe feeding positions, and infant choking response procedures. Builds on feeding knowledge to address the most critical airway risks.

Lesson 1 • Supporting Newborns with Special Needs

Covers care adaptations for infants with congenital conditions, sensory sensitivities, and feeding difficulties. Builds flexibility and problem-solving within established care frameworks.

Lesson 2 • Effective Family Communication

Teaches daily handoff reporting, difficult conversation techniques, and active listening with parents. Strong communication prevents misunderstandings and builds caregiver-family trust.

Lesson 3 • Creating Individualized Care Plans

Covers gathering family preferences, medical history, and cultural considerations to build a personalized care plan. Synthesizes all prior course skills into a structured care document.

Lesson 4 • Transition Planning and Continuity of Care

Covers shift handoffs, caregiver transitions, and referral documentation to ensure uninterrupted care quality. Closes the course by connecting individual skills to systemic care continuity.