The transition into parenthood is a unique and life-changing experience. Our 1 day live antenatal class has been developed to support expectant parents on this journey by providing them with the most up-to-date, evidence-based information. The purpose of this class is to provide you with knowledge, confidence and peace of mind during this time.

Tailored Class Content

The Baby Academy was created to help first-time expectant parents navigate the often overwhelming amount of content around pregnancy and early parenthood. The online class covers everything from labour and birth to breastfeeding and safe sleep. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have in our live Q&A (you do not need a mic or video). Unlike other antenatal classes, we include Baby First-Aid free of charge in this class as we believe it is one of the most important things you can learn as an expectant parent.

Labour

• Key signs to recognising labour
• What is happening physically during the 3 stages
• What you can do to help
• Best positions for labour
• How to know when to go to hospital
• Understanding birth preferences
• Coping strategies
• Understanding pain relief options
• Tips for your hospital bag checklist

Birth & Potential Complications

• Birthing positions
• Role of birthing partner
• Instrumental birth
• Caesarean birth
• Induction of labour
• What happens immediately after the birth
• Skin to skin tips

Your first 100 days as a Parent

• Going home from hospital
• Breast changes
• How to know my baby is hungry
• Positions for breastfeeding
• Breastfeeding latching advice
• Supplements – EBM and formula
• Supports available
• Winding tip
• Vitamin D
• Sterilising
• Bonding tips
• Awareness around signs and symptoms of postnatal depression
• Understanding the Baby Blues

Baby First-Aid: Choking & CPR

• Baby Choking
• Baby CPR
• Baby-proof the home
• How to check baby for response
• Baby recovery position
• Clearing airway
• Unconscious baby

We understand that there is a lot of information to take on board. This is why we provide you with a recording of your class which you can re-watch, pause and rewind as you wish for 6 months. You will also have access to The Baby Academy resource page where you will find a bank of valuable content to help you prepare for baby’s arrival.