Childbirth Education Classes

Childbirth Education Classes held at Whangarei, Bay of Islands, Kaitaia and Dargaville Hospitals are free to all women.

The Childbirth Education Educator is an experienced Midwife.

The benefits of joining the classes include:

Partner or husband or support person invited to participate

They are a great way to meet other new parents to be

Learn about pregnancy

Learn about labour

Relationships and planning your future

Learn about caring for your newborn

Breastfeeding

Course content covers:

Healthy Pregnancy – normal delivery

Complications of Pregnancy and Delivery

Breathing and relaxation exercises for use in labour

Discovering and caring for your newborn

Infant Feeding

Harmonious Relationships and Planning for your Future

Community Supports and Tour of Delivery Suite

Bookings are essential as there are limited places per class

Discuss with your LMC about going along to Childbirth Education classes at your local hospital.