I really, really, really want to..

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Get into Maternity Nannying.

Is the MNT course the only way to do this without extensive exp/ a midwifery qualification?

I've tried asking on here for work before (a LONG time ago) but it was pretty fruitless (i'm willing to work for reduced or nanny rate etc) is it worth trying again?

what about doula training?

What experience do you already have?

Nannying for babies, but only six months. My experience since has all been for older children.

Have five years childcare experience, caring for children from 0 - 17 but mostly upwards from 5 yrs old.

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I did the MNT course with limited baby knowledge - and a few agencies were willing to try to place me as new maternity nurse for a much reduced rate.

I think this may be your best bet. I've had people advise me to try to get more baby experience by volunteering etc but unless you have some free time, and have some way of finding someone to help out I think this route is pretty difficult.

I did the MNT course. There's also the NEST course but that's more recent although they do seem to be becoming more recognised and have deals with various agencies.

I would have to say that it's difficult to get into maternity work when you're a) young, b) inexperienced with babies or c) unqualified for it. Also you'll be working at very reduced rates for what feels like a long time! The MNT course helps but people still won't feel very comfortable with you in a full maternity role without extensive experience - but the piece of paper will help you gain that experience, maybe through night nannying or jobs as a nanny/mother's help with a new baby.

If you're interested in midwifery as a profession why not look into doing that? You can always go into maternity nannying later but if you've only got 5 years experience under your belt I assume you're young so take the opportunity and train!