You've learned the basics of how to take care of your newborn- bathing, feeding, burping, etc. But what about the things that no one tells you about? The things that take you to Reddit in the middle of the night trying to find answers from other exhausted and anxious parents? This class will cover the tips and tricks learned by Mel over her 20 year career as a Nanny and Newborn Care Specialist. She'll touch on things that have worked for her, and she'll cover some helpful topics picked up from her Master's in Childhood Studies. You'll learn: + Why your baby is pulling off of the nipple for no good reason. + Is "nipple confusion" real, and should you worry about it? + What is that weird sound your baby is making? + How to be assertive with well-meaning yet intrustive people. + Speaking of, why is everyone judging you for everything?! + How to deal with Parent Guilt. + What does it mean for parents who give birth at a "Baby-Friendly" hospital? + How to work effectively with your partner as a supportive team. + How much poo is normal, and why there are so many kinds. + Is your 2 week old about to roll over?! + The fussiness hierarchy. + "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" and other effective ways to soothe your baby + And much more- with LOTS of stuff about sleep (why won't they sleep, what is active sleep, how to get them to sleep, how to transfer them to a crib, why their sleep changes, what to do about it, and when YOU will sleep) After the course, Mel will open it up to a Q&A. Feel free to ask anything, and she'll be happy to answer! If something falls outside of her purview, she'll follow up with you after class to ensure that you feel confident going forward.