When do you start Antenatal Classes?

These birth preparation classes are available as a weekly class or six week course. They are suitable from the 14th week of pregnancy. However the six week courses are more appropriate from around your 24th week onwards. Classes and courses are open to all mums-to-be including:

  • First time or subsequent births
  • Home births
  • Hospital births
  • Vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC)
  • Twin births

Six week courses focus mainly on birth preparation and there is less yoga. The weekly classes have a longer session of yoga based exercise and relaxation. (Please note, these classes are for women only, if you would like to attend a class with your partner see my birth preparation workshops for couples page).

 

If the times / dates of classes below aren't suitable for you I am able to provide one-to-one sessions, please contact me to discuss.

 

You are entitled to paid time off work for antenatal and relaxation classes (which includes yoga) - some employers will require a letter from your doctor though.

 

“This has prepared me in a way I never considered before - I feel empowered and able to express my views / desires in hospital” (Lizzy)

 

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Weekly classes

Ringwood

Thursday evenings, 7 till 9pm.

Cost: £36. Classes are booked in four weekly blocks, however you are welcome to try a single class initially and after the 36th week of pregnancy classes are paid for individually. Cost: £10 for a single class

 

 

There is often a waiting list for this class. Please book your place early to avoid disappointment.

 

Six week courses

Southbourne, Bournemouth

Next start date:  

Wednesday 8th September

10am to 12.30 pm

Cost: £95

 

Parkstone, Poole

Next start date:  

To be confirmed. Please contact me to register your interest.

Cost: tbc

 

Terms & Conditions

A deposit of £25 (non-refundable) is required at booking for the six week courses. Balance payable 2 weeks before the course starts. Pre booking is required for all classes and courses.