Antenatal Classes - A special time for you and your partner to connect .....

Why come to an antenatal class?

This one day antenatal class is designed to suit those who cannot attend several weekly classes. Dads or birthing partners are especially welcome. Groups are small and discussion and questions are encouraged. It is an opportunity to meet other expectant parents, to explore the unknown, to challenge myths about birth, to express and hopefully allay fears and concerns about labour and delivery. Information is empowering and can help new parents feel more in control of what is happening. Breathing, relaxation and massage techniques for labour are taught and practiced.

What topics are covered?

The one-day all-inclusive antenatal class includes the following topics

• Preparing for the birth – the last few weeks of pregnancy. How to prepare yourself mentally and physically for labour. Looking at birth plans
• Labour - signs of labour and when to go to hospital; stages of labour, monitoring, medical interventions, pain relief – medical and  alternative
• How to help yourself in labour – breathing and relaxation techniques, different positions for labour and delivery
• Massage, acupressure, homeopathy and reflexology – uses in labour
• What birthing partners can do to help
• The first few hours after delivery
• Caring for your baby
• Mum in the postnatal period
• Caring for your relationship

Where and when?

Date	Antenatal Class Venue	Payment Option
Sat 10th March 2012	Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Dublin	Louis Fitzgerald 10th March Pay in full €145.00 EUR Pay Booking Deposit €50.00 EUR Pay Balance €95.00 EUR
Sat 21st April 2012	Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Dublin	Louis Fitzgerald 21st April Pay in full €145.00 EUR Pay Booking Deposit €50.00 EUR Pay Balance €95.00 EUR
Sat 19th May 2012	Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Dublin	Louis Fitzgerald 19th May Pay in full €145.00 EUR Pay Booking Deposit €50.00 EUR Pay Balance €95.00 EUR
Sat 30th June 2012	Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Dublin	Louis Fitzgerald 30th June Pay in full €145.00 EUR Pay Booking Deposit €50.00 EUR Pay Balance €95.00 EUR

The Louis Fitzgerald hotel is located on the Naas Road between the Red Cow interchange and Newland Cross ( beside Joel's Restaurant and behind the Esso Garage). For directions click here

How much does it cost, and what is included?

The antenatal class costs €145 per couple. Tea/coffee and biscuits are included morning and afternoon. A comprehensive handout will be given. A €50 deposit secures your booking

Do I have to pay by Paypal?

No, if you wish to pay by cheque please email Brenda directly by clicking here

If you have private health insurance the cost of the antenatal class may be partially covered depending on your health care plan.