Virtual classes
Live and interactive Baby Safe Program classes via zoom
Virtual classes
Classes in early 2025 are now open for booking.
Baby Safe Program: Virtual classes
The Baby Safe Program online (virtual) program was developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, when on-site parenting education classes at maternity hospitals were suspended and moved to an online platform. We are continuing to offer this option, in addition to our face-to-face, Small Group classes in 2025.
The Baby Safe Program Online consists of a series of three virtual classes (modules).
Each class is 2 hours duration, from 7pm-9pm.
Module 1 |
Module 2 | Module 3 |
| Safe Sleeping to reduce the risk of SUDI, including SIDS | Recognising and responding to an unwell baby | Baby Basic Life Support (Baby CPR) and Baby First Aid |
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Class dates in 2025 Tuesday 14 January Tuesday 28 January Thursday 13 February Wednesday 5 March Thursday 20 March 2025 |
Class dates in 2025 Monday 20 January Tuesday 11 February Tuesday 11 March 2025 |
Class dates in 2025 Monday 13 January Tuesday 4 February Wednesday 19 February Thursday 13 March 2025 |
We also have a Safe Sleeping for Preterm and Sick Babies class for parents and family members preparing to take their baby home from the Neonatal Intensive and/or Special Care Nursery.
Baby Safe Program- Premium Virtual Package
The Baby Safe Program- Premium Virtual Package comprises: all three virtual classes, the Baby Safe Program Video Series, and the Baby Basic Life Support Fridge magnets. Book now for dates in 2025. Cost: $295 per couple- bundle and save!
Safe Sleeping
Module 1- Suitable from 28 weeks of pregnancy
In this class, you will learn:
- How to create a safe sleep environment for your newborn baby from birth to one year of age
- Safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI)
- Safe wrapping (swaddling) for sleep and to promote normal hip development
- Use of a safe sleeping bag
- Bedding and bedding amount
- Dressing your baby for sleep
- Avoiding thermal stress (over-heating)
- Nursery products that are not recommended and are unsafe for babies
- How to determine which nursery products are safe for your baby
Preterm babies in NICU or SCN:
If your baby is currently in the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN), or has recently been discharged from NICU/SCN, please book the Safe Sleeping for Preterm Babies: Transition from NICU/SCN to home class.
Recognising and responding to an unwell baby
Module 2: Suitable from 32 weeks of pregnancy
In this class, you will learn:
- Normal well baby behaviour
- Behavioural cues your baby may be becoming unwell
- How and when to take your baby’s temperature and interpret the results
- Fever and other variations of normal temperature
- Normal breathing and concerning breathing
- Colour
- Baby rashes
- Jaundice
- Vomiting and possetting
- Crying, unsettled babies ('colic')
- When to seek help if you are concerned about your baby
- Where to find evidence-based health care information for babies
Baby First Aid/ Baby Basic Life Support (Baby CPR)
Module 3- Suitable from 32-34 weeks of pregnancy or in the first 6 months after your baby is born
In this class, you will learn:
- When to call 000 for an ambulance
- Baby cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (Baby CPR)
- Management of choking on milk
- Management of choking on food or a small object
- Management of febrile convulsions
- Button battery ingestion
- Bath and water safety
Safe Sleeping for Preterm and Sick Babies
The transition from NICU/SCN to home
In this class, you will learn:
- How to create a safe sleep environment for preterm baby from birth to one year of corrected age to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI) including SIDS
- Sleep practices that need to change once baby is discharged home from NICU/SCN
- Bedding and bedding amount
- Avoiding thermal stress (over-heating)
- Safe sleep environment (cot versus bassinet)
- Dressing baby for sleep
- Car travel - car capsules and seats for preterm and low birth weight babies
- Use of baby slings and carriers in babies born preterm and/or low birth weight
- Unsafe nursery products for babies born preterm and/or low birth weight
This class is only suitable for parents and family members of babies currently in, or recently discharged from the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN).
If your baby has not been born yet or has not needed NICU/SCN admission, please book the Safe Sleeping class (Module 1).
See our dedicated page for babies born preterm and/or sick after birth
Private Virtual Baby Safe Program
Via zoom
If you would like to arrange a private virtual Baby Safe Program for yourself and your family, please see Private Classes on our website.
Virtual Classes: More information
Virtual class duration:
Each class runs for 2 hours with question time at the end of each class.
What to expect:
Each class is held via ZOOM, in small groups, live and interactive with A/Professor Rose Boland or Narelle Wiseman.
ZOOM can be access from a computer, lap top, tablet device or your smart phone.
You will be able to talk to us during the class, see us on your screen and ask questions during the class and at the completion of the class.
You will receive resources for each topic after the class.
Bookings:
All bookings and payments are made via a dedicated Eventbrite booking page- see the links above.
You can book all three modules or any combination that you wish. You can also book a combination of online and face-to-face classes.
Grandparents and other family member are welcome to book a position any of these classes.
Gift Vouchers
Are you looking for a Baby Shower present for a friend or family member? Why not give a precious gift- a gift that could save a life.
Purchase a gift voucher for our Baby Safe Program: Premium Virtual package or our Baby Safe Program: Deluxe package or any of our virtual classes or e-learning resources.
Cost: From $85 - $450
Our gift vouchers can be used for up to one year.
Please contact us at Precious Care to purchase or enquire about a gift voucher.
Disclaimer
Attendance at a Baby Safe Program class (via zoom or face-to-face) does not lead to a professional qualification or a certification of competency in basic life support or infant resuscitation. Nor can it prevent the sudden and/or unexpected death of a newborn baby, older infant, or child.
These online classes have been designed to share the best available evidence and current recommendations from Expert Advisory Groups. Occasionally, your Paediatrician or other Health Care Provider may give you alternative advice based on your baby's individual circumstances.
Whilst appreciable care has been taken in the preparation of all training material, Precious Care Australia Pty Ltd shall not be held responsible for any act or omission which may result in injury or death to any baby, infant or child as a result of reliance on this training material.
