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CARE
Antenatal classes can help you during pregnancy by giving  advice and information  on everything to do with pregnancy, labour and newborn care.
You can get information about the choices available to you for labour and birth. You can discuss any worries you may have with other parents and a UK trained midwife. 
Classes are great source of support in the first few months after your baby is born. 
The best time to start the classes is around 28 - 32 weeks pregnant. If you are expecting twins then it is best to start around 
24 / 26 weeks pregnant as your babies will most likely be born early. 
The classes consist of 6  x 60 minute sessions   and will prepare you for labour, the birth, your stay in hospital and what to expect when you go home. Course details here.

Some of the topics we cover include:
  • exercise during pregnancy
  • healthy diet for pregnancy
  • signs of labour
  • how your birth partner can help
  • labour relaxation techniques, breathing and massage
  • pain relief options
  • information on different kinds of births
  • care of the newborn 
  • Breast feeding information / formula feeding information
  • postnatal care for new Mothers 
  • your emotions during and after pregnancy



Other classes available during / after pregnancy:

  • Relaxation and Breathing techniques. This class is suitable for all women, regardless of their fitness level.
  • Early days for Mother & Baby 
  • Baby first aid