Grandparent refreshers - What's changed? What’s safe?

The clinic’s own name for this visit — a 50 min visit with Melissa Barrowclough.

50 min · $80 · 1 practitioner

Babies may still be babies, but a lot has changed over the years. This educational session is designed for grandparents, future grandparents, and extended family members who want to feel confident, informed, and up-to-date on current recommendations for newborn care and infant safety. Parenting advice evolves as new research becomes available. What was considered normal decades ago may no longer be recommended today. This session provides a supportive, judgment-free opportunity to learn about modern infant care while honoring the experience and wisdom that grandparents bring. This session may be beneficial for: • Expecting grandparents • Grandparents welcoming a new baby into the family • Family members providing childcare or babysitting • Anyone wanting an update on current infant safety recommendations • Families looking to create consistency between caregivers During your session, we may discuss: • Safe sleep recommendations and current guidelines • Car seat safety updates • Feeding changes and current recommendations • Infant cues and responsive caregiving • Swaddling safety • Tummy time and infant development • Babywearing basics • Safe soothing techniques • When to call parents versus when to seek medical attention • Common myths and outdated advice that have changed over time Topics often include: • Why babies now sleep on their backs • Current crib and sleep environment recommendations • Safe sleep versus unsafe sleep practices • Rice cereal, water, and feeding guideline updates • Car seat positioning and safety requirements • Modern approaches to infant care and bonding There is plenty of time for questions, discussion, and real-life scenarios. The goal is not to criticize how things were done in the past, but to provide updated information that helps everyone feel confident caring for today's babies. You will leave with practical knowledge, updated safety recommendations, and the confidence to support both baby and parents in a way that feels safe, informed, and connected. Because grandparents are an incredible part of the village,and every village deserves the most up-to-date information possible.

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50 minBabies may still be babies, but a lot has changed over the years. This educational session is designed for grandparents, future grandparents, and extended family members who want to feel confident, informed, and up-to-date on current recommendations for newborn care and infant safety. Parenting advice evolves as new research becomes available. What was considered normal decades ago may no longer be recommended today. This session provides a supportive, judgment-free opportunity to learn about modern infant care while honoring the experience and wisdom that grandparents bring. This session may be beneficial for: • Expecting grandparents • Grandparents welcoming a new baby into the family • Family members providing childcare or babysitting • Anyone wanting an update on current infant safety recommendations • Families looking to create consistency between caregivers During your session, we may discuss: • Safe sleep recommendations and current guidelines • Car seat safety updates • Feeding changes and current recommendations • Infant cues and responsive caregiving • Swaddling safety • Tummy time and infant development • Babywearing basics • Safe soothing techniques • When to call parents versus when to seek medical attention • Common myths and outdated advice that have changed over time Topics often include: • Why babies now sleep on their backs • Current crib and sleep environment recommendations • Safe sleep versus unsafe sleep practices • Rice cereal, water, and feeding guideline updates • Car seat positioning and safety requirements • Modern approaches to infant care and bonding There is plenty of time for questions, discussion, and real-life scenarios. The goal is not to criticize how things were done in the past, but to provide updated information that helps everyone feel confident caring for today's babies. You will leave with practical knowledge, updated safety recommendations, and the confidence to support both baby and parents in a way that feels safe, informed, and connected. Because grandparents are an incredible part of the village,and every village deserves the most up-to-date information possible.

$80