Our classes prepare you for life with your newborn or get you ready for life with 2. Details of classes including prices are below and dates of scheduled group classes can be found on the right side of this page.
GETTING READY - 1st baby class 1
Practical detail on what to buy and get ready for your baby
This will help you plan what you’ll need to do before the baby arrives and help you understand exactly what you'll need to buy, saving you time and money.
This course includes how to optimise your baby’s position, a detailed look at the essential baby accessories with practical insights and tips. What to buy for the nursery,making sense of all the ‘stuff’ out there. What to get ready and pack in your hospital bag.Things to do in advance of labour, including some things you really won’t have thought of. A look at the ways to bring on labour.
This will help you plan what you’ll need to do before the baby arrives and help you understand exactly what you'll need to buy, saving you time and money.
This course includes how to optimise your baby’s position, a detailed look at the essential baby accessories with practical insights and tips. What to buy for the nursery,making sense of all the ‘stuff’ out there. What to get ready and pack in your hospital bag.Things to do in advance of labour, including some things you really won’t have thought of. A look at the ways to bring on labour.
THE EARLY DAYS - 1st baby class 2
From immediately after birth and those very early days - practical detail on caring for your baby including bottle feeding
We cover what to expect in the hospital after birth, tests on your baby and choices you need to make. Ways you could be feeling after the birth and changes to your body. What happens when you get home, how to care for your baby and yourself, from holding the baby,dressing and undressing, caring for their umbilical cord, winding, nappy changing, bathing,how to bottle feed (this is valuable to know even if you plan to breast feed).
We cover what to expect in the hospital after birth, tests on your baby and choices you need to make. Ways you could be feeling after the birth and changes to your body. What happens when you get home, how to care for your baby and yourself, from holding the baby,dressing and undressing, caring for their umbilical cord, winding, nappy changing, bathing,how to bottle feed (this is valuable to know even if you plan to breast feed).
GETTING INTO YOUR STRIDE - 1st baby class 3
The secrets of sleep, routines and breastfeeding
Many are worried about sleep deprivation as they see so many friends go through it. We go through the secrets of how to get your baby to sleep so that you understand this before it's too late. A look at routine types so you can think about which may work for you. How to breast feed , with valuable tips on how to make this as stress free as possible.
Many are worried about sleep deprivation as they see so many friends go through it. We go through the secrets of how to get your baby to sleep so that you understand this before it's too late. A look at routine types so you can think about which may work for you. How to breast feed , with valuable tips on how to make this as stress free as possible.
2nd BABY PREPARATION
For second time mums.
Are you worried about coping with 2, how the new baby will affect the relationship with your older child, jealously?
Are you hoping things will be different to the first time round - better sleep routine less trouble breastfeeding?
Maybe you haven't had a chance to think about your new baby yet and what you need to get ready?
Are you thinking about potty training your older child or moving bedrooms but aren't sure if it's the right thing to do?
Do you want to make friends with others who have similar age gaps as you valued your support network first time round?
This class covers all these aspects and gives a run through of practical things to do/think about before your baby arrives with a quick reminder of how to care for a newborn baby including how to encourage good sleeping habits and a reminder of breast feeding . Spend precious time out to think about your new baby in a session that's tailored to your age gap and needs. 121 or group classes available and with the group classes we swap contact details so you can arrange to meet afterwards.
Are you worried about coping with 2, how the new baby will affect the relationship with your older child, jealously?
Are you hoping things will be different to the first time round - better sleep routine less trouble breastfeeding?
Maybe you haven't had a chance to think about your new baby yet and what you need to get ready?
Are you thinking about potty training your older child or moving bedrooms but aren't sure if it's the right thing to do?
Do you want to make friends with others who have similar age gaps as you valued your support network first time round?
This class covers all these aspects and gives a run through of practical things to do/think about before your baby arrives with a quick reminder of how to care for a newborn baby including how to encourage good sleeping habits and a reminder of breast feeding . Spend precious time out to think about your new baby in a session that's tailored to your age gap and needs. 121 or group classes available and with the group classes we swap contact details so you can arrange to meet afterwards.
PRACTICAL DADs
A perfect present for any dad-to-be so they feel more involved and ready for what's to come - not leaving everything to you.
Different ways to support your wife/partner in labour, how to care for your baby, an insight into what your wife/partner will be going through in those early weeks and how you can help and support her when you’re on paternity leave. Many men really want to help and get involved, but don’t always know how to. As with all our courses, there’s a chance to ask lots of questions.
Different ways to support your wife/partner in labour, how to care for your baby, an insight into what your wife/partner will be going through in those early weeks and how you can help and support her when you’re on paternity leave. Many men really want to help and get involved, but don’t always know how to. As with all our courses, there’s a chance to ask lots of questions.
SURROGATE PARENTS TO BE
Tailored class for surrogate parents to be who want to be prepared for life with their new baby.
A 2-part class which goes through all the aspects of baby care so that you feel ready to welcome your new addition. We cover all the things you'll need to buy, get ready and think about before the baby arrives and give you an insight into what life with be like with your new and extended family.
A 2-part class which goes through all the aspects of baby care so that you feel ready to welcome your new addition. We cover all the things you'll need to buy, get ready and think about before the baby arrives and give you an insight into what life with be like with your new and extended family.
POST NATAL SUPPORT
Personal post natal consultations
Local come-to-house service to get any opportunity to check things are on-track or to get advice on any problems you are currently facing. Most new parents find they have questions to ask or need help and support. Non-judgmental and practical tailored advice given.
Local come-to-house service to get any opportunity to check things are on-track or to get advice on any problems you are currently facing. Most new parents find they have questions to ask or need help and support. Non-judgmental and practical tailored advice given.
121 SESSIONS
If you’d prefer a more individual approach we offer 121 sessions, and can tailor these to your specific needs.
BACKGROUND TO THE CLASSES AND PRICES
Classes are held off Northcote Road on a regular basis - evenings after work or during the mornings in the week if you’re already on maternity leave.
Our courses for first time parents are £70 each and last up to 2hrs. If you buy 3 sessions in advance, we are currently offering a reduced rate of £160. These sessions can be taken throughout your pregnancy. You will be given handouts at each course to remind you of the key points of the session.
The 2nd baby preparation class is £85, and this is for a 2 hour session. Contact details are then exchanged so you can keep in touch as a group. I try to group people by age gap and due date where possible, so that you meet people similar to yourself.
Please contact us for post natal consultation and surrogate rates.
Each session costs less than a night out with your partner, but the information you’ll learn and the practical tips will be invaluable.
Vouchers are also available if you want to buy a course for your friends, family or partner.
Please contact us for the latest dates on 0207 228 1041
or 07968 187998 or via email
