Sensible antenatal (Feb)

Service Description

Intended for March/April/early May due dates There is nothing 'basic' about the information included in this course. Sensible antenatal is in depth and broad ranging. We aim to prepare you for a realistic expectation of birth and beyond. We don't include self study or reunions in the course time either, all sessions are delivered face to face and we'll set you up with a WhatsApp group to make your post course coffee dates in your own time. We dedicate all of your course time to delivering high quality education that doesn't just skim across topics, but really ensures you are ready for all eventualities. Week 1- This week we focus on physiological labour, how things might start, managing the often frustrating stage of early labour, the vital role hormones play in the way labour unfolds, and how we can influence them. We cover the stages of labour and the differences between them, we'll also have plenty of opportunity to get to know the others in your group. Week 2- We'll start with a recap on stages of labour and then move on to how to cope with active labour, transition and the second stage and then options for the placenta delivery. We'll look at tools, tricks and comfort techniques. We'll talk about birth options, hospital births, homebirths, induction of labour, caesarean sections, planned and unplanned, we'll cover the short and long term impact of birth variations. We'll also look at pain relief options, medicinal and non medicinal options, from breathing techniques to epidurals. Week 3- We'll start by finishing off looking at interventions covering forceps, ventose, episiotomy and how to make informed choices. Then we'll recap birth itself with time for any questions before moving onto infant feeding. We'll cover biologically normal newborn behaviour, relevant to breast or bottle fed babies. We'll cover the stages of milk production, how to latch your baby, feeding positions, cluster feeding, growth spurts, pumping, combi feeding and paced bottle feeding. Week 4- For our final week together we'll cover, what to expect during postnatal recovery and get practical with nappy changing, cord care, bathing, slings, formula feeding, sterilising and safe sleeping. Delivered by a FEDANT accredited teacher, this really is the most comprehensive antenatal course around. No role play, no judgement, real, unfiltered, honest and unbiased education.