Page 28 - Mother & Baby - UK (March 2020)

Should I try...

antenatal classes?
PHOTOGRAPHYGETTYIMAGES Antenatal classes run by the NHSare The NCT also offers antenatal courses, If you’re worried about needing to

You can make
You won’t
They don’t have to
friends for life
lose holiday
break the bank
book time off from work to attend
free to go along to – your midwifewill
giving in-depth information. These tend
to be smaller groups and are a great
your antenatal classes, don’t stress!
usually let you know about classeslocal
WORDSEMILYTHORPE to you. You’ll learn how to look afterand opportunity to form lasting friendships. Permanent employees have the right
to take paid time off for antenatal
There’s a reunion organised after all of
feed your baby, as well as how to stay
appointments, which includes classes
healthy through your pregnancy. Be
the babies have been born, so your
bundle of joy will have his very own
aware that groups for these classesare
such as relaxation and parent-craft.
usually quite large, with a focus onthe
Visit citizensadvice.org.uk for
group of mates from the outset. Many
mums find their NCT group is
practical aspect of giving birth
more information about your
and offering guidance.
a lifeline in early months.
pregnancy entitlements.

Think about... Think about... Think about...

making a note in booking early bringing your partner

your diary Classes can quickly fill up, so Women-only classes are available

You will typically start book early to make sure you don’t if you’d prefer, but a couples’ class will
antenatal classes when you miss out on a place in the class you enable both you and your other half to
are around 30-32 weeks want. Course provision can vary from feel prepared for birth and parenthood.
pregnant, although if you are area to area, so it’s worth It’s a lovely bonding experience and
expecting twins, it’s a good idea investigating what’s available will help your partner get an idea
to start your classes at close to where you live early on of exactly what you’re going
24 weeks, as your babies in your pregnancy – as soon through and what he
could be born early. as your 12-week scan. can do to help.