Partner Prep

Designed specifically for co-parents, dads, and partners — developed and scripted by a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. Learn practical newborn care skills, how to support your partner postpartum, and how to show up as a confident, capable caregiver, from the comfort of home.

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Modules

Lessons

Self-paced

Learn on your schedule

AAP

Standards followed

Course curriculum

Module 1Your Role in the Birth Room

3 lessons▾

1.1 What to Realistically Expect During Labor and Delivery 1.2 How to Advocate Effectively for Your Partner 1.3 Your Specific Role During Vaginal Birth and Cesarean Section

Module 2The First Hours with Your Baby

3 lessons▾

2.1 Skin-to-Skin Contact for Partners in the Early Hours 2.2 Supporting Your Partner Through the First Feeding Attempt 2.3 Navigating the Hospital Room in the First Hours After Birth

Module 3Diapering, Swaddling & Basic Newborn Care

3 lessons▾

3.1 Diaper Changes Including Cord Stump and Circumcision Care 3.2 Swaddling Using at Least Two Methods 3.3 Giving a Safe, Efficient Sponge Bath

Module 4Understanding Your Partner's Postpartum Recovery

3 lessons▾

4.1 Physical Recovery After Vaginal and Cesarean Birth 4.2 Recognizing Signs of Postpartum Depression and Anxiety in Your Partner 4.3 How to Provide Specific, Meaningful Support

Module 5Feeding Support for Partners

3 lessons▾

5.1 Supporting Breastfeeding as an Engaged Team Member 5.2 Preparing and Giving a Bottle with Confidence 5.3 Taking Ownership of at Least One Feed Per Day

Module 6Holding, Soothing & Calming a Fussy Baby

3 lessons▾

6.1 Three Effective Holds for Calming a Fussy Newborn 6.2 Applying the 5 S's Soothing Method with Confidence 6.3 Feeling Genuinely Prepared to Be Alone with the Baby

Module 7Understanding & Sharing the Mental Load

3 lessons▾

7.1 What the Mental Load Is and How to Recognize It 7.2 Identifying Invisible Labor and Proactively Taking It On 7.3 Creating a Genuinely Equitable Division of Responsibilities

Module 8Your Emotional Experience as a Partner

3 lessons▾

8.1 Validating the Partner's Unique Emotional Experience of Early Parenthood 8.2 Recognizing the Signs of Paternal Postpartum Depression 8.3 Building a Support System for Your Own Wellbeing

Module 9Keeping Your Relationship Strong

3 lessons▾

9.1 Why Relationship Satisfaction Typically Dips After a Baby Arrives 9.2 Practical Strategies to Maintain Connection and Communication 9.3 Communicating Needs Without Escalating Conflict When Exhausted

Module 10Building Confidence as a Caregiver

3 lessons▾

10.1 Identifying Your Emerging Strengths as a Caregiver 10.2 Shifting from an 'I'm Helping' Mindset to a Co-Parent Identity 10.3 Creating a Go-To Plan for Being Alone with the Baby

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You're ready to show up as the partner and parent your family needs!

Partner Prep

Self-paced online course — learn on your schedule, from anywhere.

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What's included

10 modules, 30 lessons
Self-paced — take on your schedule
Designed for dads, co-parents & partners
Birth room role & advocacy
Diapering, swaddling & sponge baths
Feeding support & bottle technique
Postpartum recovery support
Soothing holds & the 5 S's
Mental load & division of labor
Paternal PPD recognition
Relationship & communication skills

Educational disclaimer: This course is for educational purposes only and does not replace the personalized advice of your healthcare provider. Always consult a qualified professional for medical concerns.

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