Antenatal Class
This antenatal class aims to help you and your partner to prepare for the experiences ahead as a new parent. It is also an excellent way to meet with other parents-to-be, and to share support and information with them.
We will cover topics on labour and delivery, exercise, as well as provide practical advice on how to care for your baby in your journey to parenthood.
Raffles Hospital Antenatal Class
Available dates and slots are listed on the payment website. You will be able to preview the terms & conditions before purchase.
Pregnancy brings a host of physical and emotional changes to the mother’s body. This full-day class allows parents-to-be to learn about these changes, and how to cope with them. Topics include: changes in pregnancy, labour & delivery, post delivery care, breastfeeding and newborn care.
Topics include:
Pregnancy Changes
- Understanding the physical and emotional changes during pregnancy
- Identifying the pregnancy milestones
- Learning how to cope with changes to your body during pregnancy
Labour & Delivery
- Signs of going into labour
- Available pain relief options during labour
- Types of delivery options to choose from
Post Delivery Care
- Changes to your body after childbirth
- Common medical conditions that may arise after childbirth, and how to manage them
- Caring for yourself, physically and psychologically
Breastfeeding Preparation & Other Concerns
- Benefits of breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding techniques and tips for a successful feed
- How to express and store breast milk
- Common breastfeeding challenges and how to overcome them
Know About Your Newborn
- Characteristics and anatomy of a newborn
- Bodily habits of a newborn
- How to care for your newborn
- Hands-on session: Feeding, bathing, diapering, technique of carrying newborn and baby massage (soothing of baby)
Specialised Physiotherapy Session (NEW!)
- Learn exercises tailored for antenatal and post-delivery conditions
- Regain strength, relieve comfort and optimise recovery
Secrets to Postpartum Nourishment (NEW!)
- Demonstration of confinement meal preparation
- Learn invaluable recipes and techniques to support your own or your love one’s recovery journey
Tour of Hospital Facilities (optional)
- Labour Ward
- Nursery
- Deluxe rooms and suites
Class Details and Dates
Conducted by Registered Nurse Midwives, Senior Lactation Consultant, Parentcraft educators and Physiotherapists from Raffles Hospital, you can gain valuable insights from them. Through our practical sessions, you will also gain hands-on experience in preparation of caring for your baby.
Reserve your spot now and empower yourself for the arrival of your little one!
Venue: Raffles Hospital, Level 11, Learning Centre
Time: 9am – 6pm
Date: You may choose to attend one of the dates below:
- 27 April 2024
- 11 May 2024
- 8 June 2024
- 13 July 2024
- 10 August 2024
- 14 September 2024
- 12 October 2024
- 9 November 2024
- 14 December 2024
Attire
Comfortable clothes, shoes and pants for exercise.
Cancellation
- Any cancellation has to be made in writing seven (7) working days before the commencement of the programme.
- Raffles Hospital Antenatal Class is subject to a cancellation fee of $78.50.
Make an enquiry
Please contact Raffles Hospital, Nursery & NICU at 6311 1516 or email antenatl_class@rafflesmedical.com