Courses and information

Antenatal classes can be a pleasant addition to your regular checkups. These are optional, and certainly not essential for a successful birth.  But the class can help to prepare you better. They provide information about what to expect and handy tips in coping with contractions. It is also an opportunity to meet other people who are at the same stage as you and to share experiences with them.  Different people, different expectations; so think about what you want from a pregnancy class and try to find a class that suits you. Consider if it is something you and your partner would like to do together. Many classes organise 1 or 2 separate sessions where partners are also welcome. Some classes are always meant to be attended together. So that you can make an informed decision, we have listed some tips below to help you find a suitable class and also a number of classes we personally recommend. Have you attended a fun and useful class? Please share this with us! We may add this to our list.

Please note:
If you have chosen to breastfeed we recommend attending breastfeeding classes with your partner.  We have listed below which classes we personally recommend.  You may find it helpful to read leaflets/books about breastfeeding and watch relevant videos on YouTube.