Support Options for Expecting & New Parents
On-Demand Classes
We're excited to announce that we, in partnership with Main Line Family Education, now have classes available on-demand! We've had many requests from busy parents and from people afar who want to take our classes from the comfort of their home at a time that is convenient for them. View the library for a full list of classes available to you including:
* Childbirth Preparation
* Newborn Basics
* Newborn Sleep 101
* Tummy Time
* Achieving Milestones
* Starting Solids and Cups
* Why Won't My Child Sleep?!
* Back to Work After Baby
*Potty Training Simplified
...& More!
Prenatal Lactation Support Session
This private virtual session connects you one-on-one with Amelia, a certified lactation counselor for breastfeeding information and support. From the comfort of your home, you’ll receive evidence-based breastfeeding information and discuss further resources for support.
During the session, we will discuss breastfeeding basics, common hurdles, and resources available to help you meet your goals. As well as have time to discuss any questions you have.
This session is designed to help you feel more confident and informed.
New Parent Package
Our New Parent Support Package provides families with private, virtual support during the first two months of baby’s life:
Perfect for those who want to be connected with a newborn nurse and an infant sleep specialist during the exact time when you need them the most! Work with Nicole Didizian, RN-BSN, CBC, CCE in the first month to gain confidence and master newborn care. Then work with Erica Desper, PCD (DONA), pediatric sleep consultant in the second month to better understand, survive and manage infant sleep.
Families will receive the following support from these award-winning experts during months 1 (Nicole) and 2 (Erica):
1 hour initial meeting and consult (phone or video call)
20 minute weekly check-in (phone or video call)
Daily email support
15% discount for all future classes with Main Line Family Education
15% discount for all future sleep support with Confident Parenting
We will cover all topics that are specific to your new baby and your family in that moment. Topics may include:
Weeks 0-4: Newborn Care Support with Nicole
- Feeding support
- Gas relief and colic tips
- AM/PM parenting teamwork
- Supporting partner’s adjustment to parenthood
- Mother’s physical and emotional recovery
- Infant soothing techniques
- Swaddling/Diapering/Burping
- Umbilical cord care
- Circumcision care
- Bathing/Nail Care/Dressing
- Why is my baby crying?
- How do I soothe a fussy baby?
- How do I know my baby is getting enough to eat?
- How do I keep my baby awake during feedings?
- What can I do at home to support my baby’s development?
Weeks 4-8: Newborn Sleep Support with Erica
- What typical newborn sleep looks like & why
- Maximize parent sleep when baby is feeding often
- Habits, routine and environment: find out when they become important
- Sleeping in devices and/or bed-sharing
- Transitioning out of the swaddle
- Transitioning from bassinet to crib
- When does a schedule emerge & what can I do in the meantime?
- My baby will only sleep on me! What can I do? Is that “bad”?
- Should I ever wake my baby?
- Should I focus on more sleep regardless of where/how it happens?
- What is the four month sleep regression and how can we avoid it?
- Is my baby too young for sleep training?
Newborn Sleep Consultation
In this 90-minute phone or Zoom session, designed for parents with babies under 12 weeks old, you will meet with Erica Desper and get answers to your questions and learn:
- The science of newborn sleep
- Reasonable expectations for the first three months
- How to turn on your baby’s calming reflex using Dr. Harvey Karp’s 5 S’s from The Happiest Baby on The Block, how to encourage healthy sleep habits from the start
