1.1 Welcome to Essential Newborn Care 1

The Essential Newborn Care 1 (ENC1) course is the first part of the Basic ENC course.

We will cover these topics:

Immediate Care after Birth
Helping Babies Breathe after Birth

You will need the following

Download or Print Documents

Download the Action Plan and have it visible on a screen. If possible, have a print hanging on the wall.

Download the Provider Guide to use during and after the module.

Assemble Equipment

The following equipment is needed for each pair of participants to practice.

  • Pen and paper
  • Hand cleaner
  • Newborn simulator
  • Gloves
  • Clock
  • Head covering (for baby)
  • Cloths (dry and clean)
  • Cord ties/clamps
  • Stethoscope
  • Ventilation bag and mask
  • Suction device
  • Scissors
  • Thermometer
  • Syringe