NCT are proud to introduce a series of live online talks, for NCT members, designed to provide insight and support for new parents with babies aged 2 – 6 weeks.
Covering key topics, including, ‘Getting to know your baby’, ‘Sleeping’ and ‘Finding your Feet’. This rolling series of postnatal talks will leave parents feeling reassured and with greater understanding as they adjust to life with their new baby.
The first six weeks with your new baby is a wonderful and often challenging time, as you adjust to your new family dynamic. During a listening exercise with new parents, we heard about the normal anxieties often felt during the postnatal period and how many found it difficult to access the right support and information. This series of five online talks (which you can join from the comfort of your own home) will provide the knowledge and strategies to help guide you in these early days.
NCT Members can access this series of interactive and engaging 45 minute talks led by our experienced postnatal practitioners sharing their knowledge and insight to broaden your understanding whilst giving you the confidence to embrace the rewarding journey with your new baby. There will also be an opportunity to have your questions answered during each talk.
You can join one or all of these sessions, the choice is yours. To sign up you need to be an NCT Member and have your membership number to hand. If you’re not a member find out more and join by clicking here.
Getting to know your baby: Mondays at 10am
This talk gives you an introduction to life with a newborn. You’ll learn about the “fourth trimester”, early feeding cues, and what’s normal in the first few weeks , including sleep and settling.
Newborn Sleep: Tuesdays at 11am
In this talk, we explore how newborn sleep works and what’s normal in the early weeks. You’ll learn about safer sleep practices, how to support your baby’s natural rhythms, and ways to cope with broken sleep.
Crying and Communicating: Wednesdays at 12pm
Discover how your baby communicates their needs in the early days. We’ll look at common reasons for crying, what’s typical and when to seek support - plus tips for soothing and calming your baby.
Feeding your baby: Thursdays at 2pm
This session explores feeding in the first six weeks — from spotting when your baby is hungry to feeding them responsively with breast or formula milk. Learn how breastfeeding works, mixed feeding, expressing and using bottles. You’ll soon know what’s normal, how to know feeding is going well, and where to find extra support if you need it.
Recovery and Wellbeing: Fridays at 1pm
This talk focuses on your experience as a new parent. We’ll cover emotional and physical recovery, realistic expectations in the early weeks as well as when to seek help, making the most of the six-week check, and how to build support around you.
