ANTENATAL CLASS
Childbirth preparation classes are midwife-led sessions/workshops which follows a thoughtfully curated antenatal syllabus “Transition to Parenthood” written by Tolu the Midwife.
The course covers a wide range of topics within antenatal, labour, delivery and postnatal periods. The group sessions are held in a relaxed and comfortable environment while the private one-to-one sessions are usually held in your home or a place of your choice with one birthing partner.
BENEFITS OF ANTENATAL CLASSES
Some of the topics covered include:
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Labour and delivery
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Living healthy in pregnancy, diet, nutrition
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Preparations for labour
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Signs and stages of labour
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Pain relief options
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Alternative pain relief methods
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Breathing and relaxation
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Partners role during childbirth
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Labour and birthing options
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Complete birthing preferences
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Induction of labour
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Caesarean Section
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Complications during childbirth
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Postpartum: It's all about you mama
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What to expect in the postnatal period
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Caring for yourself
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Postnatal recovery
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Emotional and mental health (Baby blues and postpartum depression)​
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Sex after childbirth
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Your newborn baby
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Bringing baby home.
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Care of the new-born baby, cord care/wake-sleep pattern/bathing/nappy changing.
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Common newborn conditions
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Discuss normality, deviations from the norm and when to seek medical assistance
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Feeding your newborn baby: breastfeeding, expressing breastmilk, formula feeding, feeding support and expectations
DADS ANTENATAL CLASS
We often get so wrapped up with the pregnant women, men are unconsciously side-lined. The fact is you are having a baby too! and we need you here every step of the way.
The benefits of the "Father Effect" is not spoken about enough. Many studies highlight the benefits of "fathering" include bonding with your baby, (even in utero) and contributing to your child's psychological and social outcome in a positive way.
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Men are usually sidelined or excluded from the transition to parenthood. This can affect the way he supports his partner and bonds with their baby. The reality of the matter is, Parenting requires teamwork and need to encourage men to be involved at every stage right from conception.
At the maternity hub, we have created a class just for soon-to-be first-time fathers. Click the below to join the waitlist for the next class.