Parent Preparation Course

The transition to parenthood can be overwhelming, and caregivers often experience feelings of isolation and loneliness, especially during parental leave when they may have limited social interactions. Adequate support during the early stages of parenting facilitates bonding and attachment between parents and their infants. Providing support and regular connection can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and improve mental health outcomes for both parents and their infants/children.

This half-day parent preparation course is carefully designed to help those families who are expecting a child or considering becoming pregnant. It offers meaningful information about how to prepare for your baby after birth and delivery, how to create a home environment to support infant development and create secure attachment.

Course Content Includes

Introduction to Montessori from birth:

• Overview of Montessori's Principles and their relevance to newborn care
• Embracing the concept of respect for the child and sensitive responsiveness

Creating a Nurturing Environment:

• Designing a nurturing Montessori-inspired space for your newborn: furniture, layout, and materials
• Selecting developmentally appropriate toys and materials to stimulate the senses
• Implementing order and simplicity in the home environment

Responsive Caregiving:

• The magical first hour after birth
• Building a strong parent-infant bond during symbiosis through attentive and affectionate interactions
• Learning the art of observation: recognizing cues and signals from your baby

Supporting Developmental Milestones:

• Understanding the newborn's sensory and motor development.
• Encouraging movement and exploration in a safe and supportive manner.
• Promoting early communication and language development through dialogue and engagement.

Nurturing the Parent-Child Relationship:

• Cultivating mindfulness and self-care practices for parental well-being.
• Developing partner relationships for co-caregiving and support
• Reflecting on the joys and challenges of parenthood within a Montessori framework.

Please note, this course is meant to be attended live online. There will be no recording made available.