Birth and Baby basics, formerly known as Fourways Antenatal Classes, offers a comprehensive educational antenatal course.
This is course is designed to adequately prepare you and your partner for the wonder that is pregnancy, childbirth and provides vital information needed for after birth childcare.
Our In person courses are offered at Fourways Life Hospital on Saturdays from 9am to 1:30pm for 2 weeks and Monday evenings from 6pm to 8pm for 5 weeks, but we do also offer online antenatal classes which you can do from the comfort of your own home.
This is the perfect antenatal course for expectant parents and is offered in a friendly and informative environment. In our course we give you the opportunity to learn and discuss what to expect with your Pregnancy, Birth and Newborn Care once your precious bundle has arrived.
Our classes are run by Sr. Michelle Curtis who has 30 years’ experience in the Nursing field. The course runs over a 2 week period on Saturdays or a 5 week period on Mondays and topics that we cover are:
- Your pregnancy and what to expect in your last trimester
- Childbirth options, Labor, Natural Birth and Caesarean section
- Pain relief options, breathing and relaxation techniques
- What to expect in the Post-natal period
- Breastfeeding, Newborn care and safety in the home
- Postnatal support and advice
A few details...
Online Courses
Can't make the courses in person? We now also offer our antenatal course online. Contact us for the next available Zoom session.
Cost
The cost of the course can be claimed back from your Medical Aid, dependent on your scheme.
To find out more contact us.
When To Book
The ideal time to attend the course is when you are between 24– 30 weeks pregnant. Contact us to find out when the next course is.