Antenatal Workshops
Feel confident, informed and supported for birth & beyond
Midwife - Led antenatal education designed to prepare you for labour, birth, feeding and newborn life while helping you find your village.
Topics covered in our workshops:
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Understanding the stages of labour and how to recognize when it begins.
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Optimal positions to encourage a smoother birth.
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Natural coping mechanisms, including breathing techniques, hypnobirthing basics, and massage.
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The role of the birth partner and how they can actively support you
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Exploring all forms of pain relief, from water birth to epidurals.
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Understanding medical interventions (like induction, assisted delivery, or caesarean sections) so you feel prepared, not scared.
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Navigating your maternity rights and advocating for your preferences.
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Comprehensive, judgment free guidance on responsive feeding.
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Breastfeeding basics: achieving a comfortable latch, different feeding positions, and establishing your milk supply.
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Expressing milk and safe formula/bottle feeding practices.
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How to tell if your baby is getting enough milk and where to find extra support.
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Hands on basics for the fourth trimester: nappy changing, dressing, and holding your baby.
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Safe sleep guidelines (Lullaby Trust recommendations) and setting up a safe sleep space.
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Bathing, skin care, and umbilical cord care.
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Techniques for soothing a crying baby and understanding newborn sleep patterns.
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Understanding normal newborn behaviors versus symptoms to watch out for.
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How to safely check your baby’s temperature.
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Recognising "red flag" symptoms (like rashes, dehydration, or breathing changes).
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Knowing exactly when, how, and who to contact for medical advice (e.g., your midwife, GP, or emergency services).
Upcoming Workshops:
Bawburgh Village HallÂ
Lunch & refreshments included
10am-4pm
175 British pounds
175 British pounds
175 British pounds
175 British pounds