OUR SERVICES

Antenatal Classes

Midwife‑Led Birth Preparation
Feel more confident and comfortable before birth.

ANTENATAL EDUCATION CLASSES IN COLCHESTER

Price: £269

Join us for Expert Birth Preparation

We know that choices around labour and birth can feel slightly overwhelming, especially if this is your first baby. That’s why our midwife‑led antenatal classes are designed to provide clear, evidence‑based guidance that helps you feel calm, informed, and confident. You may even make long-lasting friendships with other women on their own pregnancy journey.

Enjoy a relaxing environment and small group dynamic with opportunities to ask questions and discuss your worries, concerns or fears.

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Our Antenatal Classes Include:

  • 8 hours of in‑person, midwife‑led antenatal education
  • Access to digital content, including video lessons and downloadable resources
  • One month of WhatsApp support with our dedicated midwife for any follow‑up questions
  • A small‑group format in a calm, welcoming clinic setting
We deliver the course over two Sunday sessions (10:00 am–2:30 pm), keeping it manageable and immersive.

Led by an expert midwife—lecturer, author, and antenatal educator with over 20 years of experience, our birth preparation course equips you with trusted tools and support to navigate decisions during labour.
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Session 1 – Getting Ready for Birth

Preparing your body and mind: positioning your baby, hormone awareness, nutrition, and gut microbiome
Understanding how labour begins and progresses
Breathing techniques for labour
Coping methods for the first, second, and third stages
Perineal protection: tears and episiotomies
Birth partner support: practical guidance and tips
Pain management options
Beginning your personalised birth preferences document

Session 2 – Navigating Complex Birth Scenarios

Induction of labour and caesarean birth
Understanding slowed or stalled labour and how to support progress
Decision-making during complex situations
Biomechanics of birth: ideal positioning for mum and baby
Comfort strategies: massage, waterbirth, breathing, and more
Final Q&A and practical planning

Why Choose Our Antenatal Classes

Our antenatal education is trusted, evidence-based, and delivered by a clinical expert who teaches, writes, and supports families with compassion and up-to-date knowledge.

With small groups and personalised support, you’ll gain insight, confidence, and real-world application that makes a difference in your birth experience.

Ready to Prepare for Birth with Confidence?

Book your antenatal class today or get in touch to learn more. Our midwife is here to guide you every step of the way.

Antenatal Infant Feeding Class

£60 per couple | Duration: 1.5 hours
Taught by Shauna, our infant feeding specialist and lactation consultant, in a relaxed and judgement-free space.
Feel prepared and confident to feed your baby.
This antenatal class is designed to support expectant parents in understanding all their feeding options, so they feel confident and informed ahead of their baby's arrival. Whether you're planning to breastfeed, formula feed, or explore combination feeding, we offer a welcoming space for all.
What we cover:

Feeding Options:

A clear and balanced look at breastfeeding, formula feeding, and combination feeding – including the benefits and potential challenges of each approach.

Practical Demonstrations:

  • How to position and attach your baby for breastfeeding
  • How to safely prepare, store and use formula and expressed breastmilk
  • Hand expression and colostrum harvesting techniques

Understanding Your Baby:

  • Recognising feeding cues
  • Knowing your baby is feeding well and getting enough milk

The Role of Partners and Support Networks:

We explore how partners can be actively involved in feeding and emotional support, and how wider support systems play a key role.

Ongoing Support & Resources:

You'll receive signposting to trusted feeding support, including:
  • One-to-one appointments with Shauna
  • Local support groups
  • Online resources
All parents and birth partners are welcome
This class is suitable for all expectant parents, regardless of your feeding plans or stage of pregnancy. Come with your questions – we’re here to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered.
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Our Scan Packages & Services

Early Peek
2D Reassurance
Scan

£75
Available between 16-40 weeks gestation.

Late Peek
2D Reassurance
Scan

£70
Available between 16+1 and 40 weeks gestation.

Little Peek Gender Scan

£75
Available from 16 weeks gestation.

4D Little Peek Scan

£95
Available between 22 and 32 weeks gestation.

Gender Reveal &
4D Little Peek Combo Package

£135
Save £35 when purchased together.

The Ultimate 2D Little Peek Reassurance Scan Package

£175
Book your scan anytime between 
6 and 40 weeks gestation.

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing

£395

Tongue-Tie Assessment
& Release

£200

Antenatal Education Classes

£269

Hynobirth Classes

£150

Antenatal Infant Feeding Classes

£60

Infant Feeding Consultation

£115

25 Head Street, Colchester CO11NH
Tel: 01206 982 222
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