“I thought it was very balanced. Darina was very good as was Helen. Both professional and lots of time to answer queries.”

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“Very enjoyable class. Thought it would be a waste of time, I was wrong."

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“The “labour lingo” game was great, will know exactly what the experts are saying when we go into the labour ward now.”

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Blooming Pregnancy.

 

And so you are pregnant, congratulations on your Baby 2 B.
Now is the time to think about antenatal classes. The main aim of antenatal classes is to impart knowledge about all aspects of pregnancy- on your agenda.
Antenatal classes are run at all major maternity hospitals throughout the country, free of charge. Women are entitled to take paid time off work to attend as are their partners with the confines of employment legalisation.

 

Topics covered within the antenatal classes for example are:

Growth and development of the baby during pregnancy

Options for labour and delivery

Pain relief

Breastfeeding support/advice

Caring for your baby

Any other topics the group choose to discuss

 

The National Maternity Hospital endorse that “antenatal classes promote confidence in mothers and partners to meet the challenges of childbirth and early parenthood.

Good luck with your Baby 2 B.

During the next couple of weeks I shall share some evidenced based advice and information  on how you can manage some of the most common ailements during your pregnancy. Check out Baby 2 B on alternate weeks in this column sit back and enjoy your pregnancy journey.

Darina Lane. R.G.N. R.M. BScHons Health studies, Qualified Parentcraft Educator.