A selection of helpful videos and charts
Charts are in PDF format. Video tutorials are in MP4 format.
If you would like any further assistance for your family, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Dorothy Waide Video Tutorial Collection (USB)
Dorothy Waide is one of the world’s most sought-after baby sleep consultants and author of You Simply Can’t Spoil a Newborn: The essential Kiwi guide to nurturing your baby in the first three months & Simply Parenting: from 12 weeks to 12 months now shares her 30 years of experience in these essential, concise, tutorial videos to help all sleep deprived, time-poor parents.
- Burping
- Bathing & Changing
- Feeding
- Settling
- Swaddling
This makes a fabulous gift for new parents.
If you would like to view the videos in a downloadable format, you are able to purchase these individually on Dorothy’s Tools & Tutorials page.
Introduction to Tutorial Videos
A short introduction to Dorothy Waide’s tutorial video series.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Dorothy Waide’s Tools Bundle (excl. videos)
A discounted package to gain access to this great bundle of Dorothy Waide’s Tools listed in the Baby Help “Tools & Tutorials” section. Downloadable charts for ages and stages from Newborn to Toddlers.
- Routine & nap guidelines
- Introducing Solids Package
- Dorothy’s Toddler Pack
Video: Baby Bathing & Changing Tutorial
This video tutorial is a fantastic guide for new parents to help in the bathing and changing of their precious newborn babies.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Video: Baby Feeding Tutorial
Video step-by-step baby feeding tutorial for Dorothy’s go-to techniques for young babies, bottle feeding and formula preparation. All you need to know for feeding young babies.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Video: Baby Burping Tutorial
Video step-by-step tutorial for Dorothy’s go-to burping technique for young babies. Well worth a look if your baby is uncomfortable.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Video: Baby Swaddling Tutorial
This video tutorial is a step-by-step guide for three of Dorothy’s favourite baby swaddling techniques: Snow Angel, Cross Your Heart & Straitjacket.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Video: How to Settle your Baby Tutorial
Video tutorial for Dorothy’s go-to baby settling techniques. Including: engulf hold, settling in bassinet/cot, cupping, patting, settling with a muslin square and stroking.
No need to walk the floor or rock them for hours on end.
(Please note that downloadable video files are not compatible to Apple iphone or ipad devices.)
Routine & Nap Guidelines
Five downloadable charts with routine and nap guidelines for your baby. Suitable from newborn through to toddler stage.
- General Guidelines for Babies
- Nap Guide
- General guideline notes for newborns to 12 weeks
- Daily Routine Guide for Babies 4mths+ (wakes 6.30am)
- Daily Routine Guide for Babies 4mths+ (wakes 7am)
Introducing Solids Package
From introduction of solids right through to suggested menu on a full diet.
PDF download that covers:
- What food to introduce first?
- Which mealtime to introduce first?
- Baby lead weaning?
- One meal a day progressing to three meals a day
- An introduction to Dorothy’s Vegetables
- Dorothy’s guideline routine for babies on three meals a day
- Suggested Menus for Babies on Full Diet
Dorothy’s Toddler Pack
Seven downloadable charts to help with the transition from baby to toddler, focused on toddler routine and feeding.
– (A1) Variable start time – 10 mths plus – 3 1 /2 hour wake cycles (2 naps minimum 1 1 /2 hours)
– (A2) Variable start time 10mths plus – 3 1 /2 hour wake cycles (with 1 Band-aid and 1 nap)
– (B1) General guidelines for toddlers (2 naps per day)
– (B2) Toddler nap – moving to one nap with variable nap time
– (B3) General guidelines for toddlers – (1 nap per day)
– How to use the toddler guideline routines
– Toddler snacks
Dorothy’s Free Family Meal Planner
Downloadable weekly meal planner for the family. Includes four weeks.