OCN level 5 Advanced Postnatal Maternity Nurse Training Including 2 FREE bonus workshops.
At Babyem, evidence-based holistic practice is at the heart of everything we teach.
The latest evidence-based research, parent interviews and reflective learning which is designed to help you make the most of the course content.
The course supports baby care specialists to reflect on complex and challenging situations, with a particular focus on caring for multiples and babies with additional needs.
Having a multi-agency team of industry experts that support you.
Our multi-disciplinary team of childcare experts will provide the latest information on a diverse range of topics related to caring for very young babies, from birth trauma to feeding difficulties.
Our speakers have written systematic reviews contributed to medical journals and run their own private practices.
What you receive when you sign up to the Babyem online Maternity Nurse Training:
What people are saying about the Online Level 5 Advanced Maternity Nurse Training
Loved this training, excellent teaching and this is my third course with Babyem!
Beatrice Flood, 2017
Very informative, great speakers, the slides and presentation were engaging and very helpful for visual learners.
Poppy Tate, 2017
So impressed, I learnt so many new things. I particularly enjoyed learning about the effect of birth on a baby and birth trauma.
Tracey Inge, 2017
Well presented, great speakers and I’ve learnt lots of new things as well!
Ruth Agunwa, 2017
Maternity Nurse Training Course Content
Cultural sensitivity when working with families
Cultural sensitivity when working with families
- What is culture? How does our own culture affect our practice?
- How to develop culturally sensitive ways of working
- Different expectations, behaviours, customs and practices in several major world religions
- Specific aspects relating to birth, lactation and the early postpartum period to be aware of
Birth and immediate postpartum care and the effects of complicated deliveries
Birth and immediate postpartum care and the effects of complicated deliveries
- Normal pregnancy and birth
- Assisted conception, fertility treatment, interventions and complications
- Miscarriage, stillbirth and ectopic pregnancy
- Complications in pregnancy (diabetes, pre-eclampsia, placenta praevia)
- Obstetric, foetal and neonatal emergencies
- Instrumental and surgical birth
- Post partum complications
Effects of birth and intra-uterine positioning on the baby, Prematurity
Effects of birth and intra-uterine positioning on the baby, Prematurity
- Possible physical stresses and strains from position in utero, positioning during delivery and effects of instrumental delivery influencing the baby’s ability to move comfortably post-partum
- Recognising the cause of discomfort in an unsettled, yet otherwise healthy baby
- Risk factors for premature birth
- The appearance, possible clinical course, chances of survival and long-term prognosis of prematurely born babies
- Caring for premature babies and their carers
- Levels of neonatal care and the impact of NNU admission on parental confidence
Perinatal Mental Health
Perinatal Mental Health
- Birth Trauma
- Perinatal Loss
- Perinatal Mental Health including anxiety, depression, OCD and puerperal psychosis
- Assessing Perinatal Risk
- Treatment of perinatal disorders
TONGUE-TIE
Tongue-tie
- Identification and assessment of tongue-tie in infants
- How tongue-tie can impact on feeding
- Management of babies with tongue-tie and review of the evidence
- The experience of mothers and how to support them pre and post division
- Myths and controversies
- Strategies for helping mothers feed tongue-tied babies
Breastfeeding and complex feeding problems
BREASTFEEDING AND COMPLEX FEEDING PROBLEMS
- Formula feeding v breastfeeding premature babies
- Analysis of the risks, difficulties faced by mothers on NNU
- Breastfeeding multiple babies
- How to initiate a breastmilk supply with only a pump
- How infants feed and infant palate development
- Supporting mothers to overcome breastfeeding problems and the consultation process
- Supporting breastfeeding for exceptional cases: babies with cleft lip & effects of neurological complications on breastfeeding
- Overview of tube feeding
- Faltering growth
Epigenetics, gut health and allergies and reflux
EPIGENETICS, GUT HEALTH AND ALLERGIES AND REFLUX
- Symptoms of physiological reflux and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, the treatment available and when to see a specialist
- Exploration of the human micro-biome, probiotics and prebiotics
- Analysis of Infant adaptations (leaky gut) and infant susceptibility to infection, allergy and inflammation
- Exploration of cows milk allergy and lactose intolerance
- Review of how symptoms are presented, as well as treatment and long-term outcomes.
Who is this Maternity Nurse training for?
Maternity Nurses and Sleep Consultants who want to expand their knowledge of caring for newborns with current evidence-based practice. Also suitable for those wanting to learn a wide range of skills to meet the individual needs of babies.
Maternity Assistants working on postnatal hospital wards that want to develop their knowledge caring for newborns. As well as those wanting to learn a wide range of skills to meet the individual needs of babies.
Midwives and health professionals such as health visitors and GPs who are looking to develop their knowledge of caring for newborns, and be updated with current evidence based practice.
Other professionals in the field such as Breastfeeding Peer Supporters who already have significant experience working with parents and babies, and who are looking to gain a deeper holistic understanding of factors effecting babies.
Maternity Nurse Training – Level 5 Flexible Payment Option
Meet our multi agency team of specialists delivering the Level 5 Advanced Postnatal Maternity Nurse Training

Maureen Minchin BA Hons, MA (Melb); TSTC



Lyndsey Hookway BSc; RNC; HV; IBCLC
Lactation Consultant & Sleep Specialist



SHEL BANKS BSC HON, IBCLC,
CHAIR OF LIFIB, INFANT FEEDING INFORMATION SPECIALIST AND IBCLC



Sarah Oakley
Independent HV, IBCLC and Tongue -tie Practitioner



Dr Emma Svanberg
Clinical Psychologist



Dr Penelope Law
BA (HONS) MRCOG
Dr Penelope Law’s research into both obesity in pregnancy, and non-invasive procedures for the treatment of fibroids is recognised globally as the preferable alternative to surgery. She is a well known speaker on these areas of expertise. She is also one of the founders of Night Doctor London, a leading out of hours GP service.



Christina Lenz BSc(Hons) MSc
Paediatric Osteopath



Dr Louise M Page MBBS MSc MRCOG
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Receive two FREE bonus webinar seminars
Bonus session 1
90 minute
Sleep Masterclass webinar
(value £289)
Bonus session 2
90 minute
Osteopath Masterclass
(value £255)
What You Receive
MODULES AND WEEKLY RECORDED WEBINARS
TALKS FACILITATED BY INDUSTRY EXPERTS
DOWNLOADS AND PRACTICAL GUIDES
SLIDE DECK AVAILABLE FOR EACH WEBINAR
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WHAT YOU RECEIVE
- MODULES AND WEEKLY LIVE WEBINARS
- TALKS FACILITATED BY INDUSTRY EXPERTS
- DOWNLOADS AND PRACTICAL GUIDES
- SLIDE DECK AVAILABLE FOR EACH WEBINAR
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How is this different from other online Maternity Nurse Training courses?
- In-depth online content, which include videos, text and quizzes
- Each lesson consists of a recorded (60 – 90 minute) webinar led by an industry specialist that builds on the module content.
You also have a 14-day money back guarantee if you do not feel the course is right for you. Which means there is no risk on your part!
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How do I achieve the level 5 accreditation in Postnatal Maternity Nurse Training?
What if I don't have much money right now?
Can I complete the course and choose not to complete the assessment to achieve the qualification?
Can I talk to you throughout the program?
Online Maternity Nurse Training course prerequisite
- Completed a short registration form so that we can get to know you better!
- Upload a copy of your certificate
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Excellent guest speakers and lots of interesting information. I loved the fact we had time to share experiences and reflect with such an experienced team of specialists. I found the talk on birth trauma and bereavement part by the psychologist particularly fascinating. It was great to be round an equally experienced group of professionals and be able to reflect and share practice in a small (all be it lively) group. K Barrett, 2017






This course gave me lots of new information for future jobs and was really interesting. I loved the PTSD section as this was something I had not though of before, and found all of the props, video and case studies really useful. Met a really interesting group of women and am glad I was able to update my knowledge.






I did my Level 5 Maternity Nurse training with Babyem at the beginning of this year and thought it was absolutely brilliant. Evidence-based, compassionate and sympathetic to the developmental needs of new babies and led by top speakers including Lyndsey Hookway who, as a Lactation Consultant and gentle sleep consultant, really knows her stuff and delivers it in a highly engaging way. I’m really pleased I chose this company to do my Level 5 through and would recommend it to all Maternity Nurses to update their skills and anyone currently working, or wishing to work, postnatally. M Kelly, 2016






AMAZING! I cannot recommend this two day Maternity Nurse Course enough, both Lyndsey and Emma are a fountain of knowledge and they relay their wisdom and experience to the group so well; they don’t patronise or make you feel silly. The course is jam packed with information, tools and goals. They also enlisted the help of a well known agency who talked about becoming self employed, contracts, gaining work and much more! I cannot wait to put what I have learnt to use and already thinking about booking my next course with them! A huge thank you x Jayne Morey, 2015