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“Midwife-led birth and postpartum preparation, grounded in decades of real clinical experience.”
The most comprehensive support & advice to navigate pregnancy, move through birth choices with ease and attune to your baby for a calmer experience.
HolisticBaby are led by expert midwives and lactation consultants. The In person Antenatal Classes are held at Birthcare Auckland or Titirangi Community House, West Auckland PLUS you receive extra 3 hours of teachings on Breastfeeding Class (pre recorded) On-line and Taking Baby Home Class (pre recorded) On-line to watch in the comfort of your own home.
Each booking is for a Pregnant woman and one support person:
Please write your Estimated due date, your DOB and LMC name in the comment box.
- 8 - 12 couples per class so there is time to connect and meet others.
- Please note: We ask you to bring yourself a water bottle/drink and something for a shared lunch or morning/afternoon tea.
Venues below:
HolisticBaby Antenatal classes.
What You’ll Learn: Birth Preparation & Labour Readiness:
Feel more prepared for birth with clear, practical guidance on:
- How to prepare for birth emotionally, physically, and mindfully
- Managing worries, expectations, and confidence during pregnancy
- Understanding the role of midwives, obstetricians, and care providers
- Optimal baby positioning and acupressure techniques
- Preparing for a more positive vaginal or caesarean birth experience
- Relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and calm birth strategies
- What to expect during labour and birth stages
- Pain relief options (natural and medical)
- Elective and emergency caesarean birth—what to expect
- How to prepare your body for labour and birth
After Birth: What to Expect?
Be prepared for the first hours and days after your baby arrives:
- Skin-to-skin contact and its benefits
- Delayed cord clamping and immediate newborn care
- Postnatal checks for you and your baby
- Emotional support and recovery after birth
- What happens in the first hours with your newborn
Newborn Care, Feeding & Early Parenting
Support your transition into parenthood with practical newborn guidance:
- Basics of breastfeeding and early feeding support
- What actually helps breastfeeding in the first week
- Baby care essentials (bathing, dressing, nappies)
- Understanding newborn behaviour in the early days
- Managing sleep, feeding, and settling
- Emotional wellbeing and adjusting to parenthood
- Building your support network (including mum/baby groups)
Why HolisticBaby?
- Led by an experienced Midwife & Lactation Consultant
- Evidence-based antenatal and postnatal education
- Combines birth preparation + newborn care + emotional support
- Designed for first-time and expecting parents
- Learn 'In Person' & online at your own pace, anytime
Feel Calm, Confident & Ready for Birth and Baby
Prepare for birth and early parenting with trusted guidance that supports both your body and mind.
PLUS you get....
Online Breastfeeding Class for New & Expecting Mums.
Feel Confident Breastfeeding from Day One.
Evidence-based online class led by a Midwife & IBCLC—designed for new and expecting moms who want to prepare before baby arrives.
Get the knowledge, strategies, and reassurance you need to start your feeding journey with confidence. This pre-recorded class gives you expert guidance you can trust—watch anytime, at your own pace.
Is This Class Right for You?
This class is perfect if you:
Are pregnant and want to prepare for breastfeeding?
Are a first-time mom unsure where to start?
Had challenges breastfeeding before and want a better experience?
Want expert, evidence-based guidance before your baby arrives?
What You’ll Learn:
We’ll walk you through exactly what to expect in the early days and weeks, including:
How breastfeeding works (the why, how, and what’s normal)
How to establish and maintain a healthy milk supply?
Positioning and latching techniques (and how to fix issues)
What to do if baby won’t latch at birth?
Managing nipple pain, blocked ducts, and mastitis
Understanding low supply, oversupply, and feeding patterns
Breastfeeding after vaginal or medical birth
Tongue-tie restrictions and when to seek support
Bottles, pacifiers & formula—what you need to know
Emotional support and realistic expectations
Why This Class is Different:
Led by a Midwife & IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)
Fully evidence-based and aligned with best clinical practices (BFHI)
Focused on real-life challenges, not just theory
Designed to help you feel calm, confident, and prepared
Also ......
Taking Baby Home Online Newborn Course: Is Free!
Calm, Confident Preparation for Life with Your Baby.
Evidence-based online classes led by an experienced Midwife & IBCLC, designed to help you feel calm, informed, and supported as you prepare for birth and early family life.
These pre-recorded classes gently guide you through what to expect in the early days and weeks with your newborn, giving you practical knowledge, realistic expectations, and emotional reassurance.
In these classes, you’ll learn about:
- The importance of responsive, connected care
- What life with a newborn is really like when you get home
- Understanding normal newborn behaviour, including crying
- Evidence-based guidance on infant sleep, settling, and feeding
- Gentle strategies to make nights more manageable
- Practical newborn care (dressing, bathing, and daily routines)
- Swaddling—when, why, and how to do it safely
- How to establish your values and confidence as new parents
- Building your skills and trust in your parenting instincts
- Emotional support, reassurance, and reducing overwhelm
- Where to find reliable support when you need it
Why HolisticBaby?
- Led by a Midwife & IBCLC (lactation consultant)
- Grounded in up-to-date, evidence-based practice
- Combines clinical knowledge with a calm, holistic approach
- Focused on helping you feel prepared, supported, and confident
- A calmer start to your parenting journey
Feel more prepared, more supported, and more confident as you step
into life with your baby.
NOTE: Your access will remain available for 6 months.
"I felt like so much of the Antenatal class education we received focussed 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!
New Dad, Ben
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
Feel prepared, supported, and confident
This bundle gives you everything you need to prepare for birth, feeding, and those important first weeks with your baby.
Book your antenatal class and unlock your free newborn course today.
