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WELCOME TO ANTE-NATAL PREPERATION
Every 6 weeks we present a Ante-natal course and also a set of three courses on Saturdays. This is a wonderful opportunity for expectant parents to prepare for this wonderful new phase in their lives - Don't miss out, come and join in the fun!
Antenatal classes include everything new parents need to know to be fully prepared for childbirth, parenting and the challenges of child rearing. Classes are kept small, so that more attention can be paid to the individual needs and concerns of new mothers, and there is ample time to ask questions. It is encouraged that both partners attend the classes (cost is the same for one or both partners). Antenatal classes cover the following topics:
- Birth, breathing, relaxation teqniques and pain relief, Caesarian
- Breastfeeding
- Baby bath
- First feeding
- CPR and emergency training
- Preparing a baby-friendly home
- Breathing and Labour exercises
- Massage and pregnancy
- Parenting
Ante-natal classes run over an seven week period. One class is attended weekly. This enables the expecting parents to gradually absorb the information in the course. Saturday classes are divided into a breatsfeeding class, a birth class and a baby care class. (They usually are not on consecutive saturdays and parents pay for them seperately ) Dates for classes starting are 9 and 29 September for evening classes, Saturday classes: Birth class 11 September. - See link to workshops and calender for more options (on left top side of page below main tabs)
Excellent books are pointed out to expecting parents as well as good publications.
Myths are discussed and debunked as far as possible. Parents are left with only up to date relevant information. A variety of pamphlets are provided. Samples and product information are also included in a "Goodie Bag" for the use of expectant parents.
Class information is accompanied by relevant notes. It includes an outline of information covered as well as invaluable drawings, articles and other bits and pieces. Naturally, it would be considered insufficient material to study this alone as a substitute for classes.
Having fun is an important element of these classes and many new friendships are formed in this 7 week period. Dads seem to have just as much fun! At the end a class photo is taken- see gallery for previous group photos.
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