You're doing everything "right". Taking the classes, setting up the nursery, ticking all the boxes.
But you keep thinking...
What happens when we actually get home?
You know birth is one day. But the days after?
That's the part no one really explains.
You don't want to be learning your baby for the first time when you're exhausted...and they're crying...and you're not sure what they need.
You want to walk in already knowing.
Everyone tells you to trust your instincts.
That you'll learn as you go. That you'll just...figure it out.
But "figuring it out" looks like feeding them... then changing them... then rocking them... and still not knowing why nothing's working.
And that's not the moment you want to be learning.
Because once you're in it, there's no stepping back to figure it out.
Most moms focus on getting everything ready: the stroller, the nursery, all the right things.
And they take a birth class.
But birth is one day.
Then you go home.
And that's when it's just you, and your baby, and a whole lot of moments no one really prepared you for.
How to settle them.
How to know what's normal.
How to respond without second-guessing everything you're doing.
That's the part that shapes your experience.
That's what creates that calm, connected newborn bubble everyone talks about.
Not instinct. Knowing what you're doing before you're in it.
"Prenatal classes help you prepare for baby's delivery and immediate after care, but no one prepares you for what to expect in the first 12 weeks. Jaquie's course informed us of what is normal, what to do, best practices and tips and tricks we couldn't have gotten off of Googling. Jaquie's experience and knowledge removed our anxiety."
- Wendy S.
Surviving the 4th Trimester
Everything you need to care for your newborn without figuring it out as you go.
Right now, you’re preparing as best you can.
Reading things. Saving posts. Trying to piece together what those first few weeks might actually look like.
But it still feels a bit… unclear.
What happens when they won’t settle?
What’s normal?
What’s not?
When do you trust it? And when do you do something different?
This is where that changes.
Instead of piecing it together in the moment, you’ll understand what’s happening. And what to do next.
Instead of second-guessing every decision, you’ll know how to respond.
And instead of walking into those first weeks hoping you’ll figure it out…you’ll walk in prepared.
This is what you get inside Surviving the 4th Trimester.
Because confidence doesn’t come from instinct.
It comes from understanding what you’re looking at. And knowing how to respond.
Inside, you’ll learn what’s actually happening with your baby, what matters (and what doesn’t), and how to handle the moments that tend to throw new moms the most.
So when it’s 2am, and your baby’s crying…
You pause.
You recognize what’s going on.
You know what to do.
And the moms who seem calm, capable, and like they’ve got it handled in those early weeks?
They’re not doing anything special.
They’ve just learned this, before they needed it.
And it’s something you can learn too.
I’m Jaquie Dason,
A New Parent Educator, Postpartum Doula, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and mom of two.
I’ve helped hundreds of women walk into those first weeks feeling calm, capable, and clear on what to do when their baby needs them.
And I created Surviving the 4th Trimester because this is the course I wish I had before I brought my own babies home, when I still had the space to learn, without the pressure of figuring it out in real time.
Here’s what you’ll get inside:
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38 short, bite-sized video lessons
So you can actually take this in. Even if you’re tired, distracted, or watching between everything else you’ve got going on.
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Printable guides and checklists
So you don’t have to remember everything in the moment. You’ve got something to come back to when you need it.
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Ongoing access during pregnancy and beyond
Come back to watch anytime.
We walk through everything you’re likely to face in those first 12 weeks so nothing feels like it’s coming out of nowhere.
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Getting started
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Preparing for Baby
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The First Day with Baby
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Recovery & Self Care
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Getting to Know your Baby
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Newborn Care Essentials
- $197.00
A lot of people say they’ll just figure it out when the baby gets here.
And you probably could.
But it would look like trying to learn everything while you’re exhausted…
while your baby is crying…
while you’re still recovering yourself.
And that’s a lot to carry all at once.
This is your chance to learn it before you’re in the middle of it.
When you have the space to actually take it in.
To understand what you’re looking at.
To feel ready.
So when those moments come…
You’re not scrambling to work it out.
You already know.
Your Questions Answered
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Wait, so what exactly is the 4th Trimester?
The 4th trimester refers to the first 12 weeks of your baby’s life, a critical period for both infant development and your recovery. This time is essential for establishing a secure attachment between mother and baby, as well as adjusting to new routines and challenges. Understanding the 4th trimester helps you navigate emotions, physical changes, and the unique needs of your newborn, ultimately leading to a smoother transition into motherhood.
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Is Surviving the 4th Trimester right for me?
If you’re an expecting mom or you have a newborn - then yes! This course lays and builds on foundations to help you care for yourself and baby, bridging the knowledge gap left by birthing and hospital classes to cover exactly what you’ll need to know to tackle the first 12 weeks of your baby’s life.
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How long do I have access?
You'll have unlimited access to all material so you can review it anytime.
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What topics are covered?
Some of the topics we cover include how to nurture the mother-baby connection and build secure attachment, along with how to prepare for your baby—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We’ll talk honestly about the realities of postpartum life, including the “TMI” things no one warns you about, so you know what to actually expect. You’ll also learn what to expect during your physical and emotional recovery—what’s normal, what’s hard, and how to support yourself through it. We’ll explore newborn behaviors, temperaments, and what your baby may be trying to communicate. You’ll get step-by-step guidance on essential newborn care, including diapering, swaddling, feeding, and soothing. We also cover breastfeeding and bottle-feeding as well as the foundations of sleep—how to set up healthy habits without pressure or perfection. Finally, we’ll help you create flexible and realistic routines that support both you and your baby, while also addressing how to cope with exhaustion, ask for help, trust your intuition, and lean on the support around you. For a complete list of all course topics, check out the full curriculum.
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Do you offer any other type of support?
I offer personalized one-on-one consultations for Newborn Care and Sleep. These services are tailored to your unique needs, helping you and your baby establish routines and strategies that support your specific goals. Click "services" below to discover more about how my services can help ease your transition into motherhood.
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What if I have more questions before purchasing?
I’m happy to help! If you have any questions or need clarification before you enroll, feel free to reach out to me directly at: [email protected] I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
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How much does the course cost?
It’s a one-time payment of $197. You’ll get full access to all content, forever. No hidden fees or subscriptions.
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Is this course only for first time parents?
While it’s great for first time parents, a lot of course participants have said they valued the course as a second, third or fourth time mom!
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Can I buy this as a gift?
Yes! This course makes a great give for an expecting mom. Just click "this is a gift" at checkout and you'll be able to enter the recipient's email address, name as well as a personalized message to let them know how much you care.