Comprehensive Training

•16 Modules • 80+ Lessons • 26–32 Hours Total Includes: ✔ High-quality video demonstrations ✔ PDF quick guides ✔ Downloadable templates ✔ Case studies ✔ Assignments ✔ End-of-course exam ✔ Certification of Completion ✔ Lifetime access + updates

Who This Course Is For

✔ Aspiring Newborn Care Specialists ✔ Doulas expanding their services ✔ Nannies transitioning into newborn care ✔ Parents wanting research-based newborn skills ✔ Anyone wanting a professional pathway into newborn care

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Become a newborn care specialist and enhance your career opportunities.

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About the Course

Module 1: Orientation, Navigation & Professional Identity Module 2: Newborn Appearance, Anatomy & Physiology Module 3: General Newborn Care Essentials Module 4: Infant Development & Brain Growth (0–16 Weeks) Module 5: Crying, Purple Crying & Temperament Module 6: Feeding Foundations Module 7: Formula, Bottle Feeding, Prep Safety & Troubleshooting Module 8: Breast/Chestfeeding Support (Within Scope) Module 9: Sleep Foundations (0–16 Weeks) Module 10: Safe Sleep, SIDS/SUID & AAP Guidelines Module 11: Prematurity & NICU Transitions Module 12: Multiples Care (Twins, Triplets & Beyond) Module 13: Newborn Health, Red Flags & When to Refer Module 14: Nursery Setup, Systems & Parent Experience Module 15: Postpartum Mental Health & Family Support Module 16: Communication, Boundaries & Professional Scenarios Module 17: Documentation, Shift Flow & NCS Professional Standards Module 18: NCS Business, Career Building & Final Certification Exam

The syllabus

19 Chapters · 246 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1: Orientation, Navigation & Professional Identity

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      Welcome Video From Your Instructor

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      How This Course Works- Slide

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      Course Downloads

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      Understanding the NCS Profession

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      NCSA Mission & Purpose

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      NCS Scope of Practice (What You Can Do)

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      NCS Limitations of Practice (What You Cannot Do)

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      AAP Guidelines Overview

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      Understanding Roles: NCS vs Doula vs Nanny vs Baby Nurse

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      Assignment: Your Why + Your Professional Goals

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      Module 1: Knowledge Check Quiz

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 2: Newborn Appearance, Anatomy, Physiology & Reflexes

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      Introduction to Newborn Assessment (Video)

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      Module 2: Printable Chart

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      Workbook 1-18

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      Head, Fontanels & Birth Trauma

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      Eyes,Nose & Mouth

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      Newborn Skin Conditions

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      Primitive Reflexes

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      Respiration, Temperature Regulation & Physiological Norms

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      Urine, Stools & Output Patterns

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      Red Flags & When to Refer (Within Scope)

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      Documentation for Newborn Appearance ( Short Assignment)

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      Module 2: Knowledge Check Quiz

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    Module 3: General Newborn Care Essentials

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      Welcome to Module 3: General Newborn Care Essentials (Video)

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      Responsive Care Foundations: Reading and Responding to Newborn Cues

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      How to Hold a Newborn

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      The 5 S’s: Swaddle, Side/Stomach, Shush, Swing, Suck

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      How to Swaddle a baby!

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      The 5 S’s: Swaddle, Side/Stomach, Shush, Swing, Suck

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      Calming a Hysterical Baby: Safety-First Escalation Pathway

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      Pacifiers: Pros, Cons, AAP Guidance

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      Core Daily Care: Hygiene, Skin, Cord & Bathing

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      Full Bath Demonstration

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      Circumcision Methods and Aftercare

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      Circumcision Care & Intact Care: What’s In Scope for the NCS

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      Newborn Vaginal Care

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      Diapering Essentials- Video

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      Diapering Essentials: Rash Basics

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      Tummy Time

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      Newborn Nail Care: Filing, Timing & Safety

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      Newborn Nail Care: Filing

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      Taking a Newborn Temperature

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      Bulb Syringe Safe Use

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      Laundry & Detergent Safety: Fabrics, Fragrances & Household Standards

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      Sun Safety for Newborns: Shade, Clothing & AAP Guidelines

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      Car Seat Safety Guidelines

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      Car Seat Safety for NCS: AAP + NHTSA Basics & Scope Boundaries

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      Carrier Safety: T.I.C.K.S., Airway Protection & Age-Appropriate Use

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      Case Study- Cord Care & Cradle Cap

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      Knowledge Check: Module 3 Quiz

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      Module 3 Summary & Reflection: Key Takeaways & Personal Action Plan

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 4: Infant Development & Brain Growth (0–16 Weeks)

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      Welcome to Module 4 (Video)

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      Infant Development, Brain Growth & Environmental Enrichment

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      Apgar Overview: What NCS Should Understand

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      Early Brain Development

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      Sensory Development in the First 16 Weeks

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      Serve-and-Return Interactions

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      Early Brain interactions-Serve-and-Return Interactions

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      Age-Appropriate Play & Environmental Enrichment

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      Milestones 0–16 Weeks

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      Red Flags & When to Refer

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      Tummy Time & Floor Time

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      Container Syndrome & Positioning Safety

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      Crossing Midline & Early Motor Patterning (Slides)

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      Infant Mental Health Foundations

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      Bonding & Attachment

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      Case Study: Baby With Asymmetrical Head Turn

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      Module 4 Summary & Reflection

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      Knowledge Check: Module 4 Quiz

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 4.5: Newborn Health, Red Flags & When to Refer

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      NCS Role in Health Observation (Slides)

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      Vital Signs & Temperature Taking

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      Jaundice: Types, Observation & Referral

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      Respiratory Concerns & Breathing Patterns

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      Colic, Reflux (Including Silent Reflux & GERD)

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      Cleft Lip and Palate

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      GI Concerns: Reflux, GERD & Colic

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      Umbilical Hernias in Infants

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      Skin Conditions & Rashes

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      Tongue and Lip Ties

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      Hip Dysplasia

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      Neurological & Musculoskeletal

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      Torticollis and Positional Head Shape Concerns

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      Brachial Plexus Injury in Newborns

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      Vaccines in the Newborn Period

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      When & How to Refer to Pediatric Providers (Slides)

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      Module 4.5: Knowledge Check (Quiz)

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    Module 5: Crying & Temperament

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      Welcome to Module 5: Understanding Infant Crying

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      Why Babies Cry: Normal vs Concerning Crying

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      PURPLE Crying Period Explained

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      Neuroregulation & the Infant Nervous System (Slides)

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      Overstimulation & Stress Cues

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      Temperament Types in Newborns

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      Comfort & Regulation Strategies

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      Comfort & Regulation Strategies

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      Supporting Parents Through Crying

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      Case Study: “My Baby Cries All the Time”

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      Knowledge Check: Module 5 Quiz

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 6: Feeding Foundations

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      Welcome to Module 6: Feeding Foundations

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      Why Feeding Foundations Matter for Newborn Care (Slides)

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      Hunger vs Satiety Cues

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      Responsive Feeding vs Rigid Feeding

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      Feeding Patterns by Age (0–16 Weeks)

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      Feeding Schedules Explained

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      Cluster Feeding & Growth Spurts

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      Feeding & Sleep Connection

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      Night Feedings & Expectations (Slides)

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      Feeding Logs & Documentation

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      Case Study: “Is My Baby Eating Enough?”

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      Knowledge Check: Module 6 Quiz

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      Module 6 Summary & Reflection

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 7: Formula, Bottle Feeding, Prep Safety & Advanced Troubleshooting

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      Welcome to Module 7: Formula & Bottle Feeding

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      Overview of Infant Formula Types

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      Formula Safety & Cronobacter Prevention

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      U.S. vs European Formula Differences

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      Formula Preparation & Storage

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      Formula Preparation & Storage

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      Bottle Types & Nipple Flow Rates

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      Paced Bottle Feeding

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      Paced Bottle Feeding Demo

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      Burping, Gas & Reflux-Like Symptoms

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      Burping Strategies

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      Burping Strategies

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      Signs of Intolerance vs Normal Adjustment

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      When to Recommend Pediatric Follow-Up

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      Case Study: Bottle Refusal at 6 Weeks

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      Module 7 Summary & Reflection

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      Knowledge Check: Module 7 Quiz

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    Module 8: Breast/Chestfeeding Support

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      Welcome to Module 8: Breast/Chestfeeding Support

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      Scope of Practice: What NCS Can & Cannot Do

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      How Lactation Works (High-Level Physiology)

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      Hunger Cues & Feeding Readiness for Breastfed Babies

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      Latch: What NCS Can Observe

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      Pump Basics for NCS Support

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      Milk Storage & Handling Safety

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      Common Challenges (Education Only)

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      Vitamin D & Supplement Education (Slides)

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      When to Refer to an IBCLC

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      Case Study: Parent With Painful Feeds Asking for Help

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      Module 8 Summary & Reflection

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 9: Sleep Foundations (0–16 Weeks)

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      Scope & Philosophy of Infant Sleep

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      Newborn Sleep Biology

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      Circadian Rhythm Development

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      Day vs Night Confusion & How to Gently Support Rhythm

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      Wake Windows: What They Are & Why They Matter

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      Eat–Play–Sleep Explained

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      Naps & Nap Variability

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      Night Wakings: What’s Normal

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      Sleep Tools (Education Only)

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      What We Do NOT Teach: Sleep Training & CIO

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      Case Study: Baby Waking Every 45 Minutes

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      Knowledge Check: Module 9 Quiz

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      References & Professional Standards

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    Module 10: Safe Sleep, SIDS & AAP Protocols

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      Welcome to Module 10: Safe Sleep & Infant Safety

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      Why Safe Sleep Matters

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      Definitions: SIDS, SUID & Accidental Suffocation

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      AAP Safe Sleep Guidelines

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      Unsafe Sleep Products & Common Myths

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      Room-Sharing vs Bed-Sharing

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      Swaddling & Sleep Sacks: Safety Rules

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      Temperature, Clothing & Overheating Risks (Slides)

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      Supervised Sleep vs “Just This Once”

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      What to Do When Parents Push Back

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      Safe Sleep Audit

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    Module 11: Prematurity, NICU Transitions & Special Feeding Considerations

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      Understanding Prematurity

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      Adjusted vs Chronological Age -

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      Common Medical Considerations in Preterm Infants

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      NICU Levels & What Families Experience -

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      Feeding Preterm & NICU

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      Special Feeding Considerations

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      Preterm Regulation & Overstimulation Signs

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      Positioning, Swaddling & Handling Preemies

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      Supporting Parents After the NICU

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      Scope Boundaries & When to Decline a Case

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      Knowledge Check: Module 11 Quiz

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      Module 11 Summary & Reflection

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    Module 12: Multiples Care (Twins, Triplets & Beyond)

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      Understanding Multiples & Unique Care Demands (Slides)

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      Safety & Handling When Caring for More Than One Baby

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      Holding & Transporting Two Babies Safely

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      Organization Systems That Make Multiples Care Sustainable

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      Feeding Multiples: Overview & Strategies

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      Tandem Feeding vs Back‑to‑Back Feeding

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      Sleep Considerations for Multiples

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      Synchronizing Schedules vs Following Individual Cues

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      Crying & Soothing Strategies for Multiples

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      Working Solo vs With Support

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      Scope Boundaries in Multiples Care

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      When to Decline or Modify a Multiples Case

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      Case Study: Triplet Overnight Care (Assignment)

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      Module 12 Summary & Reflection

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      Module 12 Knowledge Check (Quiz)

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    Module 13: NCS Tools & Resource

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      Module-13-NCS-Tools

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    Module 14: Nursery Setup, Household Systems & Parent Experience

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      Safe Nursery Setup (AAP‑Aligned)

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      Diapering & Feeding Stations

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      Bath & Care Stations

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      Storage, Organization & Supply Flow

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      Night Shift Setup & Workflow

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      On‑the‑Go & Travel Setups

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      Teaching Parents Systems Without Overwhelm

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      Creating a Calm Parent Experience

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      Assignment: Create a Nursery Setup Plan

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      Module 14 Summary & Reflection (Assignment / Text)

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      Module 14 Knowledge Check (Quiz)

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    Module 15: Postpartum Mental Health & Family Support

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      Baby Blues vs PMADs

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      Postpartum Depression & Anxiety

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      PTSD, Birth Trauma & NICU‑Related Stress (Slides)

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      D‑MER & Mood‑Related Feeding Challenges

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      Recognizing Red Flags in Parents

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      Supporting Parents Within Scope

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      Crisis Response & Emergency Protocols

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      Referral Pathways & Resources

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      Case Study & Parent Showing PPA at 2AM (Assignment)

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      Module 15 Knowledge Check (Quiz)

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      References and Professional Standards

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    Module 16: Communication, Boundaries & Professional Scenarios

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      Professional Communication Foundations

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      Setting & Maintaining Boundaries (Slides)

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      Cultural Competence & Diversity in Family Care

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      Working With High‑Anxiety Families

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      Unsafe Requests & Pushback Scripts

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      Documentation‑Based Communication

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      Conflict Resolution in the Home

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      Scenario Roleplay: Unsafe Sleep Request (Assignment)

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      Module 16 Summary & Reflection

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      Module 16 Knowledge Check (Quiz)

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      References and Professional Standards

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    Module 17: Professional Standards, Documentation & Shift Structure

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      Why Documentation Matters

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      Feeding, Sleep & Diaper Logs

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      Creating a Newborn Care Plan

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      Professional Conduct in the Home

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      Assignment: Complete a 24‑Hour Documentation Packet (Assignment)

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      Module 17 Knowledge Check (Quiz

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      References and Professional Standards

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    Module 18: NCS Business, Career Building & Final Certification

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      Working Independently vs With Agencies

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      Contracts, Insurance & Legal Basics

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      Rates, Packages & Professional Value

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      Taxes & Financial Basics

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      Protecting Your Reputation

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      Interviewing & Onboarding

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      Final Exam Instructions

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      Final Certification Exam (Quiz)

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      Certificate Issuance & Next Steps

Meet Your Instructor

Ruka Curate is a highly experienced Newborn Care Specialist, certified Sleep Consultant, and the founder of Tiny Treasures Nanny Agency, one of the leading nanny and newborn care staffing agencies in the country. With a background in biochemistry and neuroscience, Ruka brings a unique, science-backed approach to newborn care and early development. For over 20 years, she has supported families, trained caregivers, and advocated for elevating the standards of childcare through evidence-based practices. As a mother, wife, and lifelong educator, Ruka is passionate about empowering new NCS professionals with the confidence, skills, and professionalism they need to thrive in this industry. Through the Pro NCS Certification Course, she combines her deep knowledge of newborn physiology, sleep science, and family support with real-life experience gained from working hands-on with hundreds of families. Her teaching style is warm, clear, practical, and rooted in the belief that every caregiver has the potential to transform a family’s first weeks home with their baby. Ruka is committed to helping you step into your role as a competent, confident, and compassionate Newborn Care Specialist.

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