Birthing and parenting classes

Our midwives conduct regular labour, birth and early parenting classes. These are available to first-time parents or those needing a refresher.  We also offer a caesarean birth and early parenting class for those planning a caesarean birth.

Every month we run a two-day class that covers labour, birth and early parenting.  This class is best suited to first time parents and those wanting a refresher.

Every 6 weeks we run a caesarean birth & early parenting class. This class is best suited to parents planning a caesarean birth.

The following topics are covered:

• 2-day workshop: What to expect with managing labour & birth, including assisted birth & emergency caesarean birth
• Induction of labour
• Possible complications and unexpected outcomes
• 1 day workshop: What to expect with an elective caesarean birth
• Characteristics of the newborn
• What to expect during your say on the maternity ward
• Routine screening test for newborns
• Breastfeeding
• Safe sleeping guidelines
• Navigating early parenting
• Emotional wellbeing
• Sleep and settling
• Community supports available 

Please only book one ticket – this includes your partner/support person’s attendance to the class.

If your plan for birth changes to a caesarean, please call Dorothea Devine Maternity Unit reception to change to the caesarean workshop.

Please contact your health insurer to find out if the cost of the online or small group classes is covered under your policy.