Lesson 1Neonatal and child history questions: birth history of first child, immunization history, feeding and developmentGuides taking history for newborns and young children, covering birth events, early settling in, jab status, feeding habits, growth, and usual signs that might show infection, poor nutrition, or delays.
Birth details, resuscitation, and early problemsImmunization history and missed vaccinesFeeding type, frequency, and difficultiesSleep, crying, and caregiver concernsDevelopmental milestones and red flagsLesson 2Step-by-step home visit flow: greeting, environment scan, maternal interview, infant/child check, family mappingShows a practical sequence for the whole home visit, from greeting and checking surroundings to mum's chat, baby or child check, family overview, advice, and planning next steps and referrals.
Initial greeting and confirming consentScanning the home environment and resourcesSequencing maternal and child assessmentsEngaging family members and mapping supportSummarizing findings and planning next stepsLesson 3Structured opening: rapport, confidentiality, and explaining purposeCovers starting the home visit properly, building trust, ensuring privacy, explaining aims and confidentiality limits, and creating a respectful, teamwork vibe that encourages open talk and questions.
Greeting, cultural respect, and introductionsEnsuring privacy and minimizing distractionsExplaining visit purpose and planned activitiesDiscussing confidentiality and its limitsInviting questions and agreeing on prioritiesLesson 4Records and forms to start and maintain: antenatal card, immunization register, mother-baby pair record, referral form, home visit logLooks at key mum and child records for home visits, how to fill and update them right, and how good records help ongoing care, follow-ups, referrals, and community programme reports.
Antenatal care card: key fields and updatesImmunization register: entries and follow-upMother–baby pair record: linkage and useReferral form: indications and completion stepsHome visit log: scheduling and summariesLesson 5Key history questions: current pregnancy (symptoms, fetal movement, bleeding), obstetric history, chronic illness, medications, social determinantsGives details on focused history for expectant mums, including current signs, baby movements, past births, long-term illnesses, medicines, and social factors affecting risks, sticking to care, and access.
Current pregnancy symptoms and warning signsFetal movements, bleeding, and discharge historyPrevious pregnancies, outcomes, and complicationsChronic illnesses, medications, and allergiesSocial support, work, and financial constraintsLesson 6Documentation best practices: clear entries, date/time/location, consent notation, confidentiality and handover notesCovers top tips for quality records, like clear handwriting, right date, time, place, noting consent, keeping things private, and handover notes that aid team care.
Recording date, time, and location accuratelyWriting clear, objective, and legible notesDocumenting consent and key discussionsProtecting confidentiality in all recordsHandover notes and follow-up instructionsLesson 7Newborn and child basic physical checks: temperature, weight, breastfeeding assessment, hydration, danger signsDescribes step-by-step newborn and child exams at home, covering temperature, weight, breastfeeding check, hydration, and spotting danger signs needing quick referral or urgent follow-up.
Measuring temperature and interpreting feverWeighing child and plotting growth chartsObserving breastfeeding and latch techniqueAssessing hydration, urine, and stool patternsIdentifying neonatal and child danger signsLesson 8Preparing for a safe home visit: PPE, consent, timing, and travel planningExplains prepping for safe, smooth home visits, including personal safety, gear choice, consent plans, best visit times, routes and transport, and carrying basics while honouring family privacy and ways.
Reviewing case notes and planning visit objectivesSelecting PPE and infection prevention suppliesObtaining prior consent and confirming timingTravel planning, safety, and emergency contactsPacking and checking the home visit bagLesson 9Physical checks to perform: maternal vitals, abdominal exam for fundal height and fetal heart, basic pelvic/red flags checklistOutlines steady mum physical checks at home, including vitals, belly exam for womb height and baby heartbeat, and key pelvic danger signs checklist for spotting urgent issues.
Measuring blood pressure, pulse, and temperatureAssessing edema, pallor, and general appearanceAbdominal exam: lie, fundal height, and toneFetal heart assessment and movement correlationPelvic danger signs and urgent referral triggers
