Antenatal Class

WEEK 1

1st Session (by Obstetrician & Anaesthesiologist)

Before Labour
* What happens to my body?
* What does the doctor check for when I come to the clinic?
* How can I prepare myself for labour?
* Epidural / Pain relief

Refreshments & Group Interaction

2nd Session (by Midwive)

"I wish someone would have told me"

WEEK 2

1st Session (by Midwife, Paediatrician & Genetic Counsellor)

* Arrival of baby - preparation for hospitalisation
* Is my new born baby okay?
* Newborn Screening - Inherited Metabolic Disorders (IMD)

Refreshments & Group Interaction

2nd Session (by Dentist)

* Dental care during pregnancy

Refreshments & Group Interaction

WEEK 3

1st Session (by Obstetrician)

During Labour
* How do I know when to come into hospital?
* What should I expect when I am in labour?
* What problems can happen?
* What happens after the baby?

2nd Session (by Dietitian)

* The importance of nutrition during pregnancy

Refreshments & Group Interaction

WEEK 4

1st Session (by Paediatrician)

* First week of Life and Immunisation Programme

2nd Session (by Physiotherapist)

* Practical Session
Dress Code : Pants/shorts

WEEK 5

1st Session (by Paediatrician)

* Breastfeeding

Refreshments & Group Interaction

2nd Session (by Midwife)

* Nappy folding
* Bath demo
* Breastfeeding in hospital
* Expressing your breast milk
* Breastfeeding aids
* Tour of Delivery Suites, Nursery and OBG Ward