Antenatal Classes - Face to Face in Hawke’s Bay

Antenatal Classes.

This five-week program unfolds every Wednesday night. Covering essential topics, it's designed to empower you with knowledge and confidence for the incredible journey of labour, birth, and parenting.

You will receive a fantastic 40-page e-book to supercharge your learning.

Plus, our Facebook group keeps the connections and resources flowing, creating a supportive community for the exciting world of antenatal and postnatal care.

Wednesday 5.30 - 7.30pm

2025

Boutique Weekend Classes

18th & 19th Jan 2025 - perfect if you’re due late Jan/Feb 2025 (Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 2.30pm, includes a light lunch)

5 Week Antenatal Classes

Class 1: 5th Feb - 5th March

Class 2: 26th March - 23rd April

Class 3: 14th May - 11th June

Class 4: 2nd July - 30th July

Class 5: 20th August - 17th Sept

Class 6: 8th Oct - 5th Nov

Class 7: 12th Nov - 10th Dec

Ready to join us?

We’d love to support you through this exciting time!
To secure your place, you can just use the contact page here.

Our face-to-face antenatal classes are designed to empower and support you through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. Whether you're a first-time parent or simply looking for expert guidance, these classes offer practical knowledge, hands-on techniques, and a warm, welcoming environment where you can connect with other parents-to-be.

Each session provides up-to-date, evidence-based information to help you feel confident and prepared for the incredible journey ahead.

We cover everything from labour and birth to newborn care, ensuring you’re ready for both the expected and the unexpected, with plenty of time for questions, discussions, and practical activities.

What you’ll learn:

  • The stages of labour, signs to look out for, and when to call your midwife.

  • Learn about both natural and medical pain relief techniques and any advantages and disadvantages.

  • Practical ways your partner or support person can assist during labour and birth and the first 6 weeks.

  • Essential tips for getting started with breastfeeding, from latching techniques to common challenges. Expressing and Pumping and Formula Feeding Basics.

  • What to expect after birth for both mum and baby, including recovery and mental health.

  • Bathing, nappy changing, settling, and understanding your baby’s cues in the early weeks.

Have Questions?
If you have any questions or need more information about the classes, don’t hesitate to get in touch! You can reach us at 022 637 0624 or info@belliestobabies.co.nz