I am an experienced midwife offering private antenatal classes that cover Oundle, Stamford, Peterborough and the surrounding villages. Each course consists of a set of 4 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm till 8.30pm, on alternate months throughout each year - January, March, May, July, September, November. Smaller groups may be held at my home in Tansor. Week 1
Welcome; what you need to know in the final weeks of your pregnancy; the different stages of labour and how to enable your body to work at its optimum; the important roles of the birth partner; the 'golden hour' after the birth of your baby
Week 2
All the options available to you to help manage the contractions - from the use of water through to epidurals, along with the possible pros and cons of each, so that you can make informed choices about your birth. Plus, a brief overview of special circumstances, such as assisted births and caesarian sections
Week 3
All you need to know about newborn feeding
Week 4
Caring for your newborn baby - as your baby adjusts to a very different world outside of the womb. This includes safe sleep, bathing your baby and understanding/responding to your baby's needs. The transition to parenthood - practical and emotional aspects to consider to promote your wellbeing
Contact with other expectant couples within your group is facilitated if your consent is given. Homemade cakes half-way through each session provides an opportunity for interaction with your group and mutual support. My heart is to reduce fear in childbirth and to provide a firm foundation as you transition to a new family. Little Seeds provides practical, simple, sound information and 'tools' to equip you for a positive, calm, well informed labour, birth and journey into parenthood. Cost for expectant lady and partner/birth companion: £220
(Payable on booking, non-refundable unless special circumstances prevail)
For more details about the classes and to book a place please visit:
www.littleseedsantenatal.co.uk
Or email: littleseedsantenatal@gmail.com
