Holistic Childbirth Prep Course

Prenatal

Apr 11

Holistic Childbirth Prep Course at Mother and Child Singapore — Our popular antenatal course is held in an interactive, relaxed and social group.
This course is designed specifically for busy couples and is delivered over two sessions of four hours each.

This intensive and interactive course is designed for busy couples, providing comprehensive preparation before your baby's birth. Gain confidence to make informed birth choices and ask questions of your doctor.
Facilitated by experienced Midwives and Childbirth educators, we've trained over 6,000 satisfied expectant couples.
We include a snippet of the “Birthing Toolkit” class with your course. It focuses on breathing techniques and positioning of the baby which can be used as you progress from early labour through 1st and 2nd stages. This is a proactive preparation which enables women to feel confident in their body’s natural ability to birth a baby.

Recommended start date

Start your course any time after your 28th week. You should try to complete the course about one month before your expected delivery date.

8 hours completed in two sessions of four hours each
Saturday 9am – 1pm and 1.30pm - 5.30pm
Our class size is limited to ensure a conducive, cosy and relaxed learning environment. (no more than 8-10 couples)
The interactive sessions helps focus your mind in preparing for the upcoming birth of your child and care of your newborn baby.
The social context is equally important. You will meet other expectant couples who are due to deliver at the same time, and create a social network of friends who are about to embark in the same experience as you.
These friends can help to strengthen the support systems for you.

Course content

The course is structured to be completed in 8 hours. Topics covered include:

Congratulations! Our Holistic Childbirth Prep course starts with a group introduction and a summary of the antenatal period. We cover recognising labor signs, deciding when to go to the hospital, packing a hospital bag, and creating a birth plan.
By the end, you'll understand all 3 stages of labor, focusing on the 1st Stage, coping strategies, and pain relief options in Singapore, both medicated and unmedicated, with an epidural video.
We now also include a snippet of our popular “Birthing Toolkit” in our class, where we practice breathing, and positions for labour. It also teaches your birth companion tools to support you during labour.
In topic 2, we explore the 2nd and 3rd stages of labor, the birth of your baby, and placenta delivery options, with an ongoing update to your birth plan and a short film of a vaginal birth.
We also discuss birth variations, including labor induction, different assisted delivery methods, and Caesarean sections, ending with a short film on two women's CS experiences.
This session covers immediate post-delivery care, emphasising the benefits of skin-to-skin contact for parents and baby.
We focus on breastfeeding, including what to expect, changes in milk supply, signs of sufficient feeding, and common issues. A short film on breastfeeding positions and baby’s feeding cues, along with a doll practice session, is included. We also discuss returning to work, formula feeding, and equipment sterilisation.
Our final topic explores newborn care, safe sleeping, and available support. We cover immunisations and routine checks from birth to 18+ months.
We will also have a Medical Professional speak about issues which may arise and how to manage them in a timely manner.
The practical session includes holding, burping, bathing, and diaper changing with baby dolls, ending the course on a fun note.

FAQ’s

When should I register for the course?

At the beginning of your 2nd trimester (between the 13th to 27th weeks). We recommend that you complete the course by the 35th week of pregnancy.

What is new about this course?

We've integrated a snipet of the the popular "Birthing Toolkit" into the program! Additionally, we have medical professionals who will come in to speak about maternal and child health in the early postpartum days.