• Hopes and fears
  • Recognizing that your labour has begun
  • First stage of labour
  • Pain relief
  • Positions in labour
  • Relaxation and breathing
  • Second Stage i.e. delivery
  • Third stage i.e. delivery of the placenta
  • What happens immediately after delivery
  • Care of mum in the first seven days
  • Care of baby in the first seven days
  • Basic anatomy and physiology of the breast
  • The hormones involved
  • Why breast is best
  • Positioninig and attachment
  • Hand expressing
Antenatal Classes


"It is a kind of privilege to
stand so close to such an
incredible miracle" - Simone
Classes comprise of three sessions, run over 3 weeks, to help inform women of what to expect
in the stages of labour, delivery, pain-relief and post natal care.

** One-to-one sessions are also available by arrangement **

The First Session consists of:-









The Second Session consists of:-






The Third Session consists of:-









Refreshments are provided and, at the end of the classes, couples are given a comprehensive
information pack which includes specific advice for new fathers, included in the course fee.

The classes are held at:-

Haelan Centre, The Broadway, Crouch End, London N8 8DT



Classes are held in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with a view to eliminating worry and
negative stress.

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