What are antenatal classes?
Antenatal classes may come in various forms, but all have the same aim -- to help prepare you for labour, birth, and early parenthood. These days, it is common for hospitals to offer these classes as part of antenatal care. In case, you are visiting a private gynaecologist (which is the case most of the time), ask her if she can recommend antenatal classes in your area or in a nearby hospital. Before you attend these classes, just remember to check that the instructor has been properly trained.
Antenatal classes may come in various forms, but all have the same aim -- to help prepare you for labour, birth, and early parenthood. These days, it is common for hospitals to offer these classes as part of antenatal care. In case, you are visiting a private gynaecologist (which is the case most of the time), ask her if she can recommend antenatal classes in your area or in a nearby hospital. Before you attend these classes, just remember to check that the instructor has been properly trained.
Why go to antenatal classes?
Antenatal classes are quite interactive and not only help you focus on your pregnancy and forthcoming labour and birth, but they also have a great social function -- they're a great place to meet other parents-to-be. The content of the classes will vary, but should include some of the following: • information about the process of labour and childbirth
• what-to-expect details of medical procedures and interventions • the latest research suggestions about possible physical preparations for labour and childbirth
• advice on relaxation techniques • the opportunity to learn about and experiment with different birth positions
• the time to ask questions and rehearse the possible decisions you may have to make during the course of your labour • some indication of the changes you might experience after the birth and in early parenthood Whatever the class, the idea is that both you and your partner will acquire the skills and confidence needed to make birth a positive experience. You can get all your questions answered at these classes, be well informed about pregnancy and childbirth. This will allay any fears you may have and help you enjoy your pregnancy. Most importantly, it will help you to bond with your baby before she is born.
What topics do antenatal classes cover?
What topics do antenatal classes cover?
Antenatal classes generally cover topics such as: • Looking after yourself in pregnancy, including suggestions about good nutrition preparation of healthy foods and what not to eat. • Emotional and physical changes you might experience during pregnancy. • Care of your back. • Exercise (including pelvic floor exercises. • Practice of various breathing techniques for managing pain in labour. • Options available for a pain-free delivery • Relaxation techniques • Prenatal yoga and asanas for maintaining flexibility and stamina Traditional remedies to handle common problems associated with pregnancy such as nausea, back pain, etc. • Talking about the various antenatal screening tests • Preparing for labour and the birth. • Using music and reading to bond with your unborn baby. • Maintaining good communication between you and your spouse throughout pregnancy. • Interactive discussions on preparing mind and body for pregnancy and beyond. • Learning the art of a proper massage for you and the baby • Learning how to diaper and swaddle your baby. • Breastfeeding and its benefits
Should my husband accompany me to these classes?
These days it is common practice for both partners to be involved in the involved in the preparations for labour and birth and for a father to bond with his unborn child. For many men, these classes offer a specific time to focus on the pregnancy, which can make the process more real for them. It's also a good opportunity to meet other fathers-to-be.
These days it is common practice for both partners to be involved in the involved in the preparations for labour and birth and for a father to bond with his unborn child. For many men, these classes offer a specific time to focus on the pregnancy, which can make the process more real for them. It's also a good opportunity to meet other fathers-to-be.
When should I book my classes?
It's a good move to book your antenatal classes early, especially if you are planning to work for as long as possible. Your doctor will be able to provide more details, so do remember to ask during your antenatal appointments.
It's a good move to book your antenatal classes early, especially if you are planning to work for as long as possible. Your doctor will be able to provide more details, so do remember to ask during your antenatal appointments.
Postnatal Exercise Classes
Feel good about yourself and your body.
Stop the little “accidents” you might experience when sneezing, coughing or lifting.
Avoid or reduce back pain.
Regain strength (especially of abdominal muscles).
Prepare yourself to get back into sports.
Increase your flexibility or stay flexible.
Lose that wobbly belly.
Meet other mums.
Prevent becoming incontinent later in life.
Feel good about yourself and your body.
Stop the little “accidents” you might experience when sneezing, coughing or lifting.
Avoid or reduce back pain.
Regain strength (especially of abdominal muscles).
Prepare yourself to get back into sports.
Increase your flexibility or stay flexible.
Lose that wobbly belly.
Meet other mums.
Prevent becoming incontinent later in life.
What will we do?
You will be part of a small personalised class that allows for individual supervision.
Classes are suitable for every mum, regardless of delivery or personal fitness level. Mums will exercise according their individual fitness level. Exercises focus on helping you regain your core strength and flatten your belly.
Personal assessment and setting of individual goals in your first class. Regular reassessment in the following classes.
You can bring your baby along. The baby can play or sleep while you look after your body. Classes run for 75 minutes to give you enough time to exercise even if you have to feed or change your baby.
You will be part of a small personalised class that allows for individual supervision.
Classes are suitable for every mum, regardless of delivery or personal fitness level. Mums will exercise according their individual fitness level. Exercises focus on helping you regain your core strength and flatten your belly.
Personal assessment and setting of individual goals in your first class. Regular reassessment in the following classes.
You can bring your baby along. The baby can play or sleep while you look after your body. Classes run for 75 minutes to give you enough time to exercise even if you have to feed or change your baby.
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