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“Real support for real newborn life. Not theory — what to actually do.”
Most antenatal classes prepare you for birth. HolisticBaby prepares you for everything that comes after. Because the truth is, the birth is just the beginning — and those first days and weeks at home with your baby are where real, practical support makes all the difference.
If you are looking for antenatal classes in Auckland that go beyond labour and delivery, Mood, Milk & Baby Love is the class Auckland families have been trusting for over 30 years. Led by Cathy McCormick — registered midwife and internationally certified lactation consultant — these classes are warm, honest, evidence-based, and genuinely life-changing for new parents.
“You don’t need a different expert at every stage. We’re here from your bump to your baby’s first birthday.”
There are many antenatal classes available in Auckland. Here is what makes HolisticBaby genuinely different — and why families come back to recommend it to every new parent they know.
Comprehensive, not just theoretical
Real support for real newborn life. Not just what might happen — what to actually do when you get home.
Midwife-led and evidence-based
Cathy brings 30+ years of clinical experience as a registered midwife and IBCLC. Every topic reflects the latest evidence.
Emotional support at every step
New parenthood is emotional as well as practical. Cathy creates a space where you feel seen, supported, and encouraged.
One expert, the whole journey
From pregnancy through feeding, newborn care and postpartum recovery — you don’t need to start over with someone new at each stage.
“Real support for real newborn life. Not theory — what to actually do.”
When it comes to your baby, experience matters. Cathy McCormick has spent over three decades supporting mothers as a Registered Nurse, Midwife, and Lactation Consultant — guiding more than 8,000 families through the challenges of pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding, and earning the trust of both parents and medical professionals along the way.
Cathy McCormick
Registered Nurse - Registered Midwife - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Cathy founded HolisticBaby with one clear vision: that every Auckland family deserves continuous, expert support from pregnancy through to their baby’s first birthday. With decades of hands-on clinical experience and a warm, no-judgement approach, Cathy is trusted by parents, midwives, and obstetricians alike. She answers even the most difficult questions without ever making you feel silly for asking — because there is no such thing as a silly question when you are caring for a new baby.
Feel Confident in Your Baby Journey — With Expert Support You Can Trust
HolisticBaby helps Auckland parents feel calmer, more confident, and properly supported through pregnancy, feeding, sleep, and early parenting — with trusted midwife-led guidance that is practical, evidence-based, and genuinely there for you from bump to baby’s first birthday.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or simply want the best start for your baby — you don’t have to do it alone.
Your HolisticBaby antenatal class includes two focused online masterclasses you can watch in the comfort of your own home, before your baby arrives. These are not generic online videos — they are carefully crafted sessions built from real clinical experience, designed to leave you feeling genuinely ready.
Breastfeeding Class
Pre-recorded - Watch at home before your baby arrives
In this class, Cathy empowers you with the information and strategies you need for feeding your baby in those crucial early days and weeks. Nothing is off limits — every question is a good one.
Taking Baby Home Class
Pre-recorded - Watch at home before your baby arrives
Those first days at home with your newborn are precious — and sometimes overwhelming. This class walks you through exactly what to expect and how to feel confident caring for your baby from day one.
“You don’t have to figure this out alone. We help parents feel less anxious and more capable from day one.”
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HolisticBaby helps connect you with other local parents so you have a community from day one. Because the support of people who truly understand what you are going through is priceless.
“I felt like so much of the antenatal class education we received focused on the birth. But this class opened my eyes. I had no idea how I was going to support my wife in the days after we came home and what having a new baby in the house would be like. So helpful!”
Ben — New Dad, Auckland
“Cathy’s vast knowledge, easygoing nature, and ability to answer even the silliest questions without making us feel useless helped us a lot, particularly during those overwhelming first weeks. The most valuable thing Cathy taught us was to trust our instinct. As new parents we were overwhelmed with information, which was sometimes conflicting. It turns out we knew all along what was best for us and our baby — by following our gut instinct.”
Claire — Auckland Mum
Mood, Milk & Baby Love is designed for all parents — first-timers and those welcoming a second or third baby who want more comprehensive, connected support this time around. Partners are warmly encouraged to watch alongside you.
We recommend watching from around 28 to 34 weeks so the information is fresh in your mind before your baby arrives. You can revisit the recordings at any time after birth, which many families find incredibly reassuring in those early weeks.
That is exactly what Cathy is here for. HolisticBaby offers ongoing support — you are not on your own once the class ends. Reach out at any time through pregnancy, birth, feeding, and beyond.
Absolutely. The Taking Baby Home Class is invaluable for every new parent regardless of feeding choice, and the breastfeeding class covers bottle feeding, formula, and the full picture of infant feeding so you can make fully informed decisions.
Join thousands of Auckland families who have chosen HolisticBaby for the most comprehensive antenatal education in Auckland.
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