HolisticBaby Antenatal classes available in Titirangi & Birthcare, Auckland.

Expert evidenced based support & advice to navigate pregnancy, move through birth choices with ease and attune to your baby for a calmer experience.

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.

Topics Covered include: 

BIRTH PREPARE..

•  Optimal Pregnancy health and well-being for Mother/ Birthing person/ Father/ Partner and Baby.
•  How to prepare for Birth Emotionally, Physically & Mindfully.
•  Noticing 'Worries and Positive' Expectations with pregnancy, birth, babies and parenthood.
•  Role of LMC's Midwives,Obstetricians, GP's and others.
•  Acupressure, Optimal baby positioning for an easier birth naturally or medically.
•  Relaxation and breathing exercise.

•  Labour and Birth Naturally and Medically.
•  Pain Relief options Natural and Medical.
•  Immediately after birth and postnatal checks
•  Skin to Skin, delayed cord clamping,
•  First hours with your baby

•  The basics on Breastfeeding
•  Baby care, Bathing, Dressing and Nappies etc
•  First days with your baby.
•  Coffee group set up.

In these focused classes prior to the birth of your baby, we will empower you with information and strategies for feeding your baby in the early days and weeks, such as:

• Breastfeeding .... why, how & much more....
• Nipple pain
• Establishing a milk supply
• Breastfeeding after a natural birth
• Breastfeeding after a medical birth
• Difficulty latching
• Fussiness at the breast
• Low or high supply
• Tongue and lip-tie assessment
• Not latching at birth
• Flat or inverted nipples
• Excessively frequent or marathon breastfeed
• Blocked ducts and mastitis
• Bottles, Pacifiers and formula feeding...what are the risks??
• Emotional support and encouragement.
• Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding ..Key clinical practices
• BFHI...what is this?

• The importance of "Responsive Care".
• What to expect from your newborn when you get home.
• How much do babies cry?
• Latest evidence based advice on infant sleep, settling and feeding.
• How to make nights manageable.
• Newborn care (dressing, bathing and other cares).
• To swaddle or not to swaddle, why, when and how's answered. 
• Establishing your values as parents.
• Developing your skills as a new parents. 
• Emotional support and encouragement, reducing stress.
• Where to get support... and much more....

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

We highly recommend this COMBO Deal.
Antenatal Class in person in Titirangi or Birthcare Auckland. 
Plus
Breastfeeding Class (pre recorded) On-line then 
Taking Baby Home Class (pre recorded) On-line is FREE.