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About - Antenatal-Classes-Auckland
"Thirty years supporting Auckland parents. Midwife-led, evidence-based, and genuinely experienced."
8,000+ Families Supported.
Trusted by Mums, Midwives & Obstetricians.
"You don't have to figure this out alone. We help parents feel less anxious and more capable from day one".
BOOK HOLISTICBABY ANTENATAL CLASSES
Why HolisticBaby?
At HolisticBaby, holistic means caring for the whole person—not just preparing for birth, but supporting your physical, emotional, and practical wellbeing as you become a parent.
Our classes are midwife-led and grounded in years of clinical experience, combining evidence-informed education with compassionate, personalised support. Rather than telling you there's one "right" way to give birth, we help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions that feel right for you and your family.
Every pregnancy, birth, and baby is unique. Our goal is to help you feel calm, confident, and prepared, so you can discover your own strengths and approach birth with knowledge, balance, and trust in yourself.
Whether you're planning a natural birth, an epidural, a planned caesarean, or simply keeping an open mind, you'll receive balanced information and practical tools to help you have the best birth experience possible—for you.
Add the Breastfeeding Pre-Recorded Video and receive the Taking Baby Home Pre-Recorded Video for free!
Breastfeeding Class — Pre-Recorded Online 6 months access from date of purchase
Breastfeeding is one of the most rewarding — and sometimes challenging — parts of early parenthood. This focused online class gives you the knowledge and strategies you need before your baby even arrives, so you feel confident and prepared from day one.
Topics covered include:
- The why, how, and much more behind breastfeeding
- Understanding and preventing nipple pain
- Establishing and managing your milk supply (low and high)
- Breastfeeding after a natural or medical birth
- Difficulty latching, fussy feeding, and what to do
- Flat or inverted nipples, tongue tie, and how to manage these
- Blocked ducts and mastitis — what they are and how to treat them
- Excessively frequent or marathon feeding sessions
- Bottles, pacifiers, and formula feeding — understanding the risks
- The Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding and key clinical practices
- Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) — what it means for you
- Emotional support and encouragement throughout
Taking Baby Home Class — Pre-Recorded Online 6 months access from date of purchase.
Bringing your baby home is one of life's most joyful — and overwhelming — moments. This practical online class prepares you for real life with a newborn, covering everything from sleep and settling to daily care routines.
Topics covered include:
- The importance of responsive care and reading your baby's cues
- What to realistically expect from your newborn in those first days
- Baby sleep — the latest evidence-based advice on settling, routines, and feeding
- How to make nights more manageable
- Newborn care — bathing, dressing, and everyday cares
- Swaddling — why, when, how, and when not to
- How much babies cry and how to respond with confidence
- Establishing your values and developing your skills as a new parent
- Reducing stress and building emotional resilience
- Where to find support — and much more
All classes are designed to leave you feeling genuinely ready —not just for birth, but for everything that follows. Whether you choose one class or all three, you'll be supported every step of the way. "Real support for real newborn life"
Each booking is for a Pregnant woman and one support person.
- 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.
- Titirangi Community House, 500 South Titirangi Road, Titirangi, Auckland 0604
- Birthcare, 20 Titoki Street, Parnell, Auckland 1052.
- Class times and dates, see individual classes.
"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
Had Cathy as my postnatal midwife, and she made the whole experience feel so much calmer. She is patient, thoughtful, easy-going, and incredibly supportive. Highly recommended for new mothers, she really helps ease anxiety, creates a very relaxed atmosphere, and always provides constructive and reassuring feedback.
Molly
Cathy was my postnatal midwife for my two boys, and both times with different needs, Cathy was incredible. I genuinely felt cared for. I can’t thank you enough Cathy for your support, your kindness in listening and your considered and practical advice. You’re our superstar and i will never forget the feeling of being cared for.
Claire
Attended antenatal classes before giving birth and took away incredible knowledge. As a first time parent, I was worried about breastfeeding and the challenges that arise. We ended up having a lot of medical intervention through birth, and coming out the other side was stressful. I had latch problems due to tongue tied baby, causing issues like mastitis and cracked nipples. I went back to Holistic Baby for a lactation consultation, met with Cathy who provided life changing advise on baby's latch, our positioning, and weaning off nipple shield.
Highly, highly recommend Holistic Baby and the classes and consultations they have to offer.
Ash
MAHINA MAHAI · WITH PETRA
Pregnancy & postnatal yoga — over 20 years of care
Pregnancy is a special time in your life. The growing life inside your womb influences your body, mind and soul in every way. Through gentle Hatha Yoga postures, your body gains flexibility and openness — and your mind becomes calmer and more focused.
Strengthening through yoga minimises common pregnancy issues like sciatica, lower back pain, rib pain and lower stomach discomfort. The way you breathe during labour is the main key to staying focused and tuning in with your body — the body wisdom that already knows how to birth a baby.
These classes are more than exercise. They're a place to reconnect, trust your body, and let go of anxiety. Suitable for all levels — even if you've never done yoga before.
- Pregnancy yoga
- Postnatal yoga
- Pregnancy massage
- Baby massage classes
- Postnatal massage with/without belly wrap