Information Covered
We will not only cover the birth process and what to expect from
such a wonderful experience, but will also cover a vast amount
of practical advice and suggestions that will make the
transformation from couple to family a rewarding
experience.
Some of the subjects you can look forward to discussing are:
- The changes your body experiences during
pregnancy.
- Videos and interactive discussions on Natural Birth as well as
Caesarean Section delivery. I have endeavoured to
create an environment where women feel comfortable to air
their views regardless of what type of delivery they have
choosen to have. Some of the topics discussed will
be:
- Use of relaxation techniques to ease the pain of
labour.
- Pain relief is available to be used if and when you need
it.
- How to ensure that the birth of your baby is a fulfilling
experience.
- How to ensure that your recovery
from the birth is optimal.
- Sometimes however the scarier part about having a baby is taking that
baby home. We will therefore spend time discussing the
following topics:
- Managing the first 6 weeks of your baby’s life with discussions on
topics such as infant sleep, colic and how to manage
crying.
- Infant nutrition, including breast feeding (covered fully as part of
the course) and bottle feeding.
- On becoming a new Dad.
- Hints on how to make bathing, travelling and other ventures easier.
Class Dates and TimesThe Birth Preparation Classes are run over 2 consecutive Saturdays.
Classes start at 08h30 and end at 14h30. Refreshments will be supplied. The starting dates for courses in 2009 are as
follows:
- 29th January and 5th February 2011
- 5th and 12th March 2011
- 2nd and 9th April 2011
Please review the above dates and select a course that best
suits your needs, making sure that you leave enough time to
complete a course well before your due date. It is suggested
that you attend the course starting on the date closest to
when you will be 28 weeks pregnant.
The CostThe cost of
the course is R1400 per couple for the full course.
Fees are payable at the commencement of the course and you
will be issued with an invoice that will allow you to claim
back a portion of the fee from those medical aids that will
reimburse antenatal classes. Please feel free to discuss any
payment problems you may have and where possible we will gladly
accommodate you.
Postnatal support clinic
Following the birth of your baby you may find
yourself needing ongoing support and information. This is where Baby Assist can offer you an oasis
while you make the transition to parenthood. We will offer assistance with the
following:
- Infant feeding support – whether you are breastfeeding or bottlefeeding
- A specialised colic clinic
- Assitance with infants with reflux
- Weekly discussions on topics such as:
- Assisting infants to sleep well
- Travelling with your newborn
- Communicating with your baby
- What to do when your baby is sick
- Combining career and motherhood
- Safety in and around the home
- Milestones and stimulation
- How to start solids
- Baby massage
- Discipline
- And much, much more
Venue
The classes are run from the Triba Wellness Centre, 39-41 St Albans Avenue, Craighall Park, Johannesburg
Signing up
Should you wish to attend the antenatal classes or have any
further queries regarding the classes please Contact
Sr Elizabeth Beavon
on
082-586-1924
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