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This free 3-week course is for first time parents-to-be living in CALDERDALE ONLY*. 

The best time to attend is between 28 and 37 weeks gestation but not strictly applied. Birth partners are welcome to attend with you – please book them a place.

** If all courses are full please visit the Waiting List and follow instructions **

All sessions will be face to face, in small groups. Sessions may be hosted by a Health Visitor, Midwife, Family Hub Worker and/or a Breastfeeding Peer Supporter.

Week 1: Getting ready to meet baby - includes thoughts on becoming a parent/connecting with baby and understanding their cues.

Week 2: Labour and birth * - includes signs you are in labour/what to expect and thoughts on pain relief.

Week 3: Getting ready for the early days - includes thoughts on feeding/safe sleep/knowing when baby is well

* Please note! The content of the labour and birth session for this course is identical to the CHFT session ‘Labour & Birth' please don't book on both!

• You should only request to join this course if you are available to attend all 3 consecutive weekly sessions, starting on the date shown.

Click 'book your place' to see the start dates, times & venues for upcoming courses, if there are no sessions showing as available, courses may be fully booked. Further courses will be added approximately 2-3 months in advance.

If you are interested in any of the above courses please enter your details on our waiting list and we will inform you if you are successful in obtaining a place.  

This course is popular. If you change your mind or cannot attend for any reason, please let the organiser know so that your place(s) can be released for someone else.

*Not sure if you are a Calderdale resident? Check with your postcode here https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council