New Parent Education

Building confidence for your Parenting Journey

Bringing home a new baby can feel overwhelming, and many parents find themselves asking, “Is this normal?” Our New Parent Education services are designed to help families feel confident, prepared, and supported as they learn how to care for their newborn and adjust to life with a baby.

We provide practical, hands-on education, evidence-based information, and real-life guidance so you feel empowered in your parenting decisions.

Topics We Cover

New parent education is personalized for each family and may include:

Newborn appearance and behavior
Feeding basics (breast, bottle, pumping)
Hunger cues and feeding schedules
Burping techniques
Diapering and hygiene
Umbilical cord care
Safe sleep guidelines
Swaddling
Soothing techniques
Infant sleep expectations
Tummy time
Understanding newborn cues
Postpartum recovery basics
When to call the pediatrician
Normal newborn vs. concerning signs

Hands-On Learning

We believe the best way to learn is by doing. During visits, we can walk you through:

How to swaddle
How to bathe your baby
Bottle preparation
Pump basics and cleaning
Safe babywearing basics
Setting up sleep spaces
Practicing soothing techniques
Creating daily routines

Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident caring for your baby on your own.

Education Before or After Baby Arrives

New parent education can take place:

During pregnancy to prepare ahead of time
Shortly after baby arrives
During postpartum doula visits
As needed when new questions come up

Every baby is different, and questions often come up once baby is home. We are here to provide guidance, reassurance, and support without judgment.

The Goal of New Parent Education

Our goal is not to tell you how to parent, but to give you the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for your baby and your family. With the right education and support, new parents can feel calm, confident, and prepared for this new chapter.

I'm Carolyn

Birth & Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding & Sleep Specialist, CAPPA Faculty
I’m a DONA and CAPPA certified doula, breastfeeding educator, and sleep specialist. I support families with compassionate, home-based care rooted in experience and “village” wisdom.

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I'm Lisa

As a DONA-certified birth doula and CAPPA-trained postpartum doula, mother of nine, and grandmother of five, I bring deep experience and compassionate support to help families achieve a confident, empowered birth and postpartum experience.

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I'm Karisa

After researching how doulas reduce anxiety and improve birth outcomes, I became a certified birth and postpartum doula through DONA International. I am Medicaid approved in Colorado and passionate about supporting families through this life-changing season.

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I'm Liz

I support families as a doula, childbirth educator, and placenta encapsulator, helping create safe, positive birth experiences. With personal experience including cesarean and VBAC, I provide empowering, judgment-free support so families feel confident throughout their journey.