My First Aid for Weaning Course
The key to safe and happy weaning, feel confident with choking, allergies and finger foods so you and your little one enjoy every mealtime. Created by a Paediatric Nurse, Health Visitor with 30 years experience, working in A&E and a Mum of two.
£28 (LIFETIME ACCESS)
Lifetime access · 4 modules · Watch on any device
Paediatric Nurse of 30 Years working in A&E | Health Visitor | Great Ormond Street Trained
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You Want to Wean Without Worry
Weaning is one of the most exciting milestones — and one of the most nerve-wracking. This course was built to replace that anxiety with quiet confidence.
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Worried About Choking
That moment of panic when they gag on a new food. You'll learn the difference between gagging and choking — and exactly how to respond.
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Nervous About Giving Lumps
Feeling stuck on purees and unsure when or how to move on? Get clear, practical guidance on introducing textures at your own pace.
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Concerned About Allergies
Not sure how to introduce common allergens safely? Learn practical tips and First Aid for allergic reactions during weaning.
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Stressed at Mealtimes
Mealtimes should be enjoyable, not full of worry. Build the confidence to relax and let your little one explore food happily.
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Unsure About Finger Foods
Wondering what finger foods look like and when to start? Get step-by-step advice with practical food ideas.
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Wanting Reassurance
When you feel prepared, you can enjoy this incredible milestone. This course gives you the confidence to wean without worry.
Hi, I'm Katherine
Your Instructor
Katherine Whitby
Registered Paediatric Nurse · Health Visitor · Mum of Two
I've been supporting families and their little ones for over 30 years — and I'm a mum of two myself, so I truly understand the worries that come with weaning.
As a Registered Paediatric Nurse and Health Visitor, I trained and worked at Great Ormond Street Hospital and spent more than 25 years in Paediatric A&E. I've seen first-hand the concerns parents have about choking and allergies, and I know what you need to feel prepared.
This course brings together the most common concerns and questions from both my First Aid and Weaning courses — all in one place, using my Weaning Without Worry approach.
30+
Years' Experience
25+
Years in Paediatric A&E
20
Years Teaching Parents
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
4 Comprehensive Modules
Covering the most common concerns and questions parents, grandparents and carers have about choking, allergies and introducing finger foods during weaning.
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Choking
The difference between gagging and choking, home safety to help prevent choking, and the choking technique for full reassurance.
Updated 2026
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Allergies
Practical advice on introducing foods considering allergies, so you feel prepared. Plus the First Aid for allergic reactions.
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Resuscitation
The DRABC step-by-step resuscitation technique — giving you complete peace of mind for choking and allergy emergencies.
Updated 2026
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Finger Foods
Super practical advice covering what finger foods look like, how and when to introduce them, with food ideas to get you started.
How It Works
Designed to Fit Around Your Life
Learn at your own pace, in your own home, on whatever device suits you best.
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Watch Anywhere
Fully optimised for phone, tablet and desktop. Learn on the sofa, in bed, or during naptime.
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Bite-Sized Modules
3 hours of video broken into short, manageable lessons. Pause and pick up whenever you like.
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Lifetime Access
Come back at every stage, from newborn through to school age. Your questions change; the course is always there.
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Jump Back In
Modules are sectioned so you can jump back in from where you left off, refer back quickly when it matters.
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Real A&E Experience
Not generic textbook content. Every module is shaped by 25+ years of hands-on paediatric nursing.
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2026 Guidelines
Resuscitation and choking content aligned with the latest Resuscitation Council guidelines 2026.
Parent Reviews
What Parents Are Saying
★★★★★
Katherine's calm manner and way of teaching is superb. She is clearly very experienced. It really ticked all the boxes as a one-stop shop. Highly recommended!
Matt, Dad to Scottie, age 6 months
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I literally can't recommend this course enough. It really did cover all my husband and I and the grandparents needed to know and more. I will sleep better at night, thank you!
Emily, Mummy to Freddie, age 7 months
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I love how I can go back and watch bits again. It really has made a big difference to my confidence. Fantastic information and stuff I will put into action straight away.
Hannah, Mummy to Florence, age 3 months
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This course has definitely made me feel calmer and prepared. It included things I hadn't thought of, all SO useful. A must!
Ayesha, Mummy to Remi, age 10 months
Who It's For
Perfect for Anyone Starting the Weaning Journey
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New & Expectant Parents
Whether you're thinking about weaning or have already started, build confidence so you and your little one have a positive experience.
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Grandparents
Weaning advice has greatly changed in a generation — from weaning age to baby-led weaning. Get up to date and feel reassured.
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Carers & Childminders
Professional-level knowledge to support the families you care for, delivered in a warm and accessible way.
Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for parents, grandparents, carers and anyone involved in weaning a baby or young child. No prior first aid knowledge is needed — Katherine guides you through everything in a calm, friendly way using her Weaning Without Worry approach.
You have lifetime access. Come back as often as you need and at different stages on your weaning journey — all the way through your little one's childhood. Your concerns will change as they grow, and the course will always be there for you.
The course has 4 modules covering choking (including gagging vs choking and prevention), allergies and how to introduce allergens safely, DRABC resuscitation, and practical finger food advice with food ideas to get you started.
Yes. The resuscitation and choking modules are fully updated in line with the 2026 Resuscitation Council guidelines, so you can be confident you're learning the most current techniques.
Absolutely. The course is fully optimised for mobile, tablet and desktop — so you can learn in bed, on the sofa, or wherever suits you best.
The First Aid for Weaning course focuses specifically on the concerns that arise during weaning — choking, gagging, allergies and finger foods. The Ultimate First Aid & Home Safety course is broader, covering 14 modules on everything from burns and head injuries to meningitis and febrile convulsions. Many parents choose both!
Absolutely — the course is very popular with grandparents. Weaning advice has greatly changed in a generation. Babies are now weaned at a later age of around 6 months, and the introduction of baby-led weaning and finger foods means this course is extremely beneficial for grandparents who may be caring for or spending time with their grandchild.
A final word on copyright and course materials
Do not copy or share any of the materials provided in this course. The design and content of the course materials belong to Katherine Whitby of Baby Steps and by purchasing this course, you understand and agree to this copyright notice. By purchasing this course, you have understood and agreed to the course terms laid out here.
Disclaimer
Any information provided here in the course or by Katherine Whitby is intended for educational/ training purposes and should not be used as a substitute for medical or health advice. Baby Steps is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made or actions taken later by a user based on this information.
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