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Birth Preparation Classes

Are you expecting a baby? Are you excited, but feel stressed and often confused by the choices that you have? Why not share your concerns, ask questions. Our birth preparation classes are a lovely opportunity for you to explore what is likely to happen before, during and after the birth of your precious little bundle(s). Have a safe haven to ask and have questions answered, to discuss and to share and to find solutions together.

Your birth preparaton classes are organised to help you explore all your options. We will share ideas and ways of preparing for your birth and postnatal period. Included in this is a birth pack which will assist you in preparing for the birth of your baby. Your partner will also have the opportunity to ask any questions and to explore specific ways in which they can support you during labour.

Help boost your confidence & greet the experience with positivity. Our classes will help you to feel empowered & to take an active role in the birth of your baby, help you make informed choices about your care and how you would like your baby to be born.

Venue:
If booking a one to one these are in the comfort of your own home (a mileage charge is payable for this).
If you are booking a group course the venue will be confirmed on booking (based in Northampton).

4 weeks postnatal support included:
Our holistic birth preparation class also includes e-mail and telephone support to clarify any issues or answer specific questions after the course. Should you wish to employ me as your doula after this session; the fee will be deducted from the cost of the birth doula package. The cost of each package can be paid by BACS transfer or by Paypal (additional fee added to cover costs)

Evenings are from 28 weeks for 5weeks from 6.30 - 9.00 p.m. with a reunion organised with other couples from the antenatal class. Each session includes all handouts, refreshments and a fun learning environment.

Weekends are available from 10:00 - 16:30 on a Saturday and Sunday. With a reunion organised when all couples have had their babies. The weekend course includes all handouts, refreshments and a fun leaning environment.

Payments:
The cost of each package can be paid by BACS transfer or by Paypal (additional fee added to cover costs)

Research:

Research shows that women who attend antenatal classes cope better with labour and birth. Both you and your partner will be more confident and in control.
You'll be able to make informed choices about your care.
You'll have the opportunity to meet like minded people and form an invaluable support network.
Our classes are small (maximum of 4 couples), relaxed and informal, giving you plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

As we only book on a first come first served basis please contact us to check availability and for further details or visit our Shop and purchase your antenatal package.

Class topics

Week 1 & 2: Pregnancy, Labour & Birth
Pregnancy care, exercise and relaxation techniques.
What is labour? How does labour work? The stages of labour and discussion of different techniques for managing discomfort. What happens when things don't go to plan. Hands-on skills.

Week 3: Caring for your new baby
Arriving home with your new baby. This session looks at some of the practicalities of coping with and enjoying the challenges of the first weeks.

Week 4: Fatherhood & becoming a mother - Breastfeeding or Bottle
Supporting your partner through the delivery & afterwards, how you can support breastfeeding. How your relationship might change once the baby has arrived. Becoming a mother: your new role and including the how and why of breastfeeding and dealing with any difficulties. Bottlefeeding - how and why.

Week 5: Course overview
How to avoid induction; Slings; breastfeeding reminders, postpartum depression. Plus this is your chance to re-cap on all the topics covered and ask any unanswered questions. You can also use this time to be sure you have the other course members details and book the reunion date into your diary.

Dads Only Birth Preparation

Fancy coming along to an all dads only group to discuss and explore pregnancy, labour, birth and becoming a father?

Sessions are run over four evenings (one per week) and discuss and explore how you can be a positive support in the birth environment.

Interested please email Claire for further details.
Cost - £45.00 includes all handouts, refreshments in a fun learning environment.

Testimonials:
I was more relaxed & positive about the whole birth process; I never thought I would feel this way. It was a very comfortable class environment & the teacher made us feel relaxed. I now feel more positive and aware. Feb 2010

The classes were friendly & made you feel at ease. Very comfortable class which will help me feel more relaxed & understand what's going on & not get stressed.
Feb 2010

The level of information was good & I enjoyed the practical i.e. nappy changing, slings. The course will help me understand what is "normal" & what is a "concern".
Feb 2010

The class used different techniques to go through various topics e.g. video, games, practical. The class was very comfortable & all topics were covered. I now feel more prepared & know what I can do in labour to help me get the birth I would like. I also feel more confident as I know who I can speak to /ask for help.
Feb 2010

I enjoyed the class as I met new people in a comfortable environment. I think the classes will help me to keep calm & support my partner throughout. Knowing more about newborns will help me.
Feb 2010

Thank you Claire for your help & support. The one to one course was relevant to our needs; we were very satisfied with your communication before we started our course and your knowledge & professionalism throughout. Overall, Claire was very accomodating & adapted to our needs which was fab!
(K.W. Stanwick 2009)

We learnt so much & just want to thank Claire for helping us to explore our birth options, & for preparing us so well for the birth of our beautiful baby girl. (2008)

Just brilliant, we met some lovely couples who we have kept in contact with & now have a small network of other families. Just great & we loved the course content; in particular we loved the positive birth stories & exploring our options so that we had a positive birth for our little one. (2008)

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