Modern, Midwife-Led Group Antenatal Classes in Hertfordshire
Based in Hertfordshire, Your Parent Club offers fresh, modern midwife-led antenatal classes for people who want to feel confident and empowered as they prepare for the birth of their baby.
Classes are welcoming and inclusive – somewhere you can learn and grow into the parent you hope to be.
Your Parent Club classes are led by me, Sarah, an NMC registered Midwife. With more than a decade of clinical experience, plus everything I’ve learned since becoming a parent myself, I share the latest evidence-based information on topics like birth choices, pain relief, infant feeding and more. As much as possible, I want to remove fear and leave you feeling brave and ready to face whatever lies ahead.
Nine months won’t feel long enough to prepare to fall in love for a lifetime, but with my support, you’ll be ready for your greatest adventure yet!
What’s Included
4 weeks of classes
8 hours of content delivered over 4 weeks. Classes are held at cosy, inviting venues throughout Hertfordshire. No intimidating clinical spaces or drafty school halls in sight!
Hands on Knowledge
A holistic approach that goes beyond the textbook, giving you practical hands-on knowledge while also preparing you for the emotional rollercoaster ahead.
Support & Community
Ongoing email/WhatsApp support throughout your pregnancy, until the end of your fourth trimester.
Care Package
A carefully curated Pregnancy Care Package containing relevant course literature and samples of my favourite pregnancy treats.
Exclusive Access
Exclusive early access to Your Parent Club resources and events.
Join the Club
£295
Transforming Antenatal Education, Empowering the Next Generation of Parents
Alongside the fundamentals of pregnancy, birth and caring for a newborn, I’m passionate about preparing new parents for the 12 weeks immediately after baby is born, otherwise known as the ‘fourth trimester’ – an important topic that’s typically absent in most mainstream antenatal education.
Wait, There’s More…
Your Parent Club antenatal classes have been carefully designed to help you connect with like-minded parents and local businesses. As well as forming new friendships, you’ll be building your village and creating a support-network you can rely on for years to come. Regular seasonal events nurture these connections, allowing you to meet everyone’s babies, bond and make memories together.
Your Parent Club Gives You the Chance to…
Meet fellow expectant parents and make new friends.
Capture this exciting time in your life by taking part in a mini photoshoot
With Caroline Acaster Photography. Your photos will be available to purchase separately.
Attend a fun ‘end of term’ social. They’re usually held at the same venue as the classes and the first drink is always on me!
Discover other small local businesses in the pregnancy and parenting niche
Including aromatherapists, massage therapists, newborn and family photographers, baby groups and play sessions.
Join us for exclusive seasonal events throughout the year with fellow YPC members and their babies.
Who It’s for
Your Parent Club is committed to creating an accessible, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all. Whatever role you’ll be playing in an upcoming birth – mum, dad, birthing person, partner or extended family member – Your Parent Club exists to support and empower you as you navigate this life changing experience.
Group classes are ideal for first time parents, but people experiencing a subsequent pregnancy are also welcome. Things change quickly in antenatal healthcare, so it’s a good idea to refresh your knowledge and ensure you’re up to date on the latest advice. It’s also an opportunity to address anything you’d like to do differently this time, especially if you’ve previously experienced high-risk pregnancy and/or a traumatic birth.
Here’s what
you’ll learn…
Course content is tailored to your individual needs, but as a rough guide, the classes are structured as follows:
Week 1 - Health, Wellbeing and Preparing for Birth
- Staying healthy and feeling good during pregnancy including nutrition, exercise, rest, movement, and mobility.
- Dealing with difficult and/or unexpected pregnancy symptoms.
- The signs and symptoms of common pregnancy complications and what to do.
- Preparing physically and mentally for birth.
- Perineal massage and protecting your pelvic floor.
- Choosing where to give birth and packing your hospital bag.
Week 2 - The Journey of Birth Part 1
- The role of the birth partner.
- Understanding the different stages of labour and birth.
- Making informed decisions about your care.
- Optimal fetal positioning and positions for labour.
- Signs of labour.
- Induction of labour.
- Pain management.
- How to cope with unexpected changes to your birth plan.
- Different types of delivery including caesarean, forceps etc.
- Managing complications and interventions.
Week 3 – The Journey of Birth Part 2
- The placenta and your options for its delivery.
- Immediate postnatal care and what to expect once baby has been born.
- Initial newborn exam and screening checks.
- Bringing baby home and what to expect in the first 72hrs.
- Managing your physical and emotional recovery after birth.
- The signs and symptoms of common postpartum complications and what to do.
This session also includes a mini photoshoot with Caroline Acaster Photography to capture your pregnancy and mark this special time in your life. (Your photos will be available to purchase separately.)
Week 4 – Life with a Newborn and the Fourth Trimester
- What to expect during the early postnatal period.
- Dealing with difficult and/or unexpected postpartum symptoms.
- Infant feeding including breastfeeding, bottle, mixed and safe formula feeding.
- Cleaning and bathing your baby.
- Everything you need to know about nappies.
- Safe sleeping.
- The fourth trimester, self-care and your emotional wellbeing.
Optional Add-Ons and Extras
Baby first aid with Happy Hearts First Aid
Self-Paced Online Course | £39
I’ve partnered with Sammy Davies at Happy Hearts First Aid to give you access to her online baby first aid course.
After purchasing, the course materials will be available to you for 12 months, allowing you to work through everything at your own pace from the comfort of your own home.
Simply select this option when you book and you’ll receive an online log-in, giving you immediate access to bite-sized videos packed full of evidence-based information plus additional downloads and worksheets designed to help you retain these important skills.
The course covers first aid for babies from birth until the age of one year old. As well as basics like building a first aid kit and taking baby’s temperature, the course will teach you:
- What to do if your baby is unresponsive and/or stops breathing (including CPR and recovery positions)
- What to do if your baby is choking
- How to prevent and manage burns and scolds
- What to do if your baby has a febrile seizure
- How to manage head injuries
- Allergy awareness
- Meningitis awareness
- How to spot RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) and what to do
Join the Club
£295
Please note:
Please note, Your Parent Club is unable to provide individualised medical care. Your antenatal education is incredibly important to me, but I am not a private Midwife. These sessions should not replace regular appointments with your Consultant, Midwife or GP.
Where to next?
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