Newborn Care – Kristie

Kristie Willis, RN, BSN: Kristie has been a nurse for over 24+ years at Austin Area OBGYN. She currently works for Dr. Robert Cowan but has also worked with all our physicians. She has taught our Newborn Care Class since March 2001 and Childbirth Classes since May 2008.

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Location: Office Waiting Room #100 (St. David’s Women’s Center for Texas)

Price: $40 per couple; Cash or Check (Checks payable to Kristie Willis): may pay at class or drop off with nurse beforehand.

What you will learn:

1. Understanding baby products: Learn about essential baby items, what you need, and what you can skip.
2. Safe sleep practices: Understand safe sleep guidelines to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
3. Diapering, swaddling, and bathing basics: Practical skills for diaper changes, swaddling techniques, and bathing your Also how to deal with Umbilical cord and common causes of diaper rash.
4. Breastfeeding formula feeding: Explore the benefits, challenges, and techniques for both feeding methods.
5. Proper latching techniques: Essential for successful
6. Feeding schedules and hunger cues: Understand your baby’s feeding patterns and
7. Techniques for soothing a fussy baby: Learn calming strategies for a colicky or fussy
8. Recognizing signs of illness: Understand common symptoms and when to seek medical
9. Taking a baby’s temperature: Learn safe methods for measuring your baby’s
10. Tips on choosing a pediatrician: Guidance on selecting a healthcare provider for your

Newborn Class Dates 2024

June 19th

July 17th

August 14th

September 25th

October 9th

November 20th

December 11th

Registration:

Go to kristieclasses.com to register for our classes or scan the QR code below

Email: kristie.classes@gmail.com Click here for more information.