Antenatal Classes

Welcome to the KRMB Maternity Antenatal and Postnatal sessions!

Our classes are small and intimate - with no more than four couples per class.

We encourage couples to attend together.

What will we cover in each class?

Class one

Preparing for baby

We will discuss topics such as what to pack in hospital bag, feeding- breastfeeding/expressing/artificial feeding, sterilising equipment and baby safety. Each couple can practice handing a baby using dolls e.g. bathing baby, nappy changing, feeding positions and car seat safety.

Class two

The Birth

We will discuss induction, elective/emergency caesarean section, vaginal birth and instrumental birth, different types of pain relief that is available and the immediate care for baby.

Class three

Postpartum and baby

We will discuss the checks and tests performed on baby, pain relief after birth, wound care, postpartum mother, role of midwife and health visitor and concerns with baby. There will be an opportunity to practice with dolls again and discuss birth plans before the birth.

Will there be an opportunity to ask questions

Our sessions are delivered in such a way as to ensure there is plenty of time to answer your questions. No question is too small!

Can I request more support on a specific topic?

Yes, the course can be tailored to your needs. If further support is required we are more than happy to provide or point you in the right direction. Just ask!

There is so much to remember, will you provide me with something that summarises everything we have covered?

Yes! With our course you will recieve a booklet that contains everything that is covered in the course with helpful templates to make birth and the new-born days easier. For example a feeding record template and a birth plan template.