Preparing for Baby course - Berkhamsted 13th 20th & 27th Aug

A free 3 session COURSE RUN BY MIDWIVES, Family Support Staff and Health Visitors that helps you prepare for baby. The dates of this course are the 13th, 20th, and 27th August. You are booking once, but must attend all three sessions. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AT LEAST 25 WEEKS PREGNANT WHEN YOU START THIS COURSE AND IDEALLY YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE IT BEFORE YOU ARE 35 WEEKS PREGNANT. If you are unsure about this, please speak to your midwife. When completing this booking, please enter details for the Mum-to-be. The Preparing for Baby course is a free 3 session course, presented by Midwives, Health Visitors and Family Support staff. The course covers the essentials of what you need to prepare for labour, parenthood and the early years. The sessions will cover: •The support available from the Family Centre Service. •All aspects of infant feeding. •Emotional preparation for birth and parenthood. •Practical aspects of caring for a baby. •Stages of normal labour. •Understanding of typical induction processes and pain relief. •What to expect during baby's first hour. •Support available for baby's first 5 years. •How babies communicate. •Healthy relationships, mother's well-being and baby's development. •Recognising baby's well-being. •Essential information about keeping baby safe and healthy throughout the early years. VENUE INFORMATION AND DIRECTIONS: Little Hands Little Feet Family Centre, Douglas Gardens, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3PE PARKING INFORMATION: Parking for Little Hands Little Feet Family Centre is available outside (4 spaces) It is prohibited to park on the verge on the approach to the centre as this is a residents only area Alternative parking is available at the top of the street, or at Sportspace (Please check local signage for charges at Sportspace) A buggy park is available on site.