Childbirth Preparation Topics

Stages & Hormones of Labour
Breathing, Comfort & Coping
How Partners Can Provide Support
Medical Interventions & Options
Informed Decision-Making
Plans, Preferences & Priorities
Hospital and Home Birth
Cesarean Birth
Victoria General Hospital Virtual Tour
The Postpartum Period
The New Baby & Newborn Procedures
Breast/Chestfeeding & Lactation
….and more!

Expecting a baby is exciting but it can also be daunting. So many decisions! So many questions! So much weird stuff on the internet! Knowing in advance what could unfold and what your options are makes a big difference. Our group classes provide a comfortable and friendly atmosphere where parents-to-be can prepare themselves for the journey ahead.

Whether you are planning your birth at the hospital or at home, with a midwife or a doctor, we’ve got you covered. Group Childbirth Preparation classes are in-person and are taught by trained Childbirth Educators. Topics are taught in a variety of ways, including discussion, hands-on practice, videos and small group activities. We provide handbooks for you to keep.

Upcoming Childbirth Prep Classes

All Childbirth Prep series include the same course content, just on different schedules.
The fee for Childbirth Preparation is $275 + GST for 2 people. ($250 for classes scheduled until Aug ’26)

Sundays

4 Week Series

June 7 – 28, 2026
10am-1pm

July 5 – 26, 2026
2pm-5pm

August 9 – 30, 2026
2pm-5pm

September 13 – October 4, 2026
10am-1pm

October 18 – November 8, 2026
2pm-5pm

November 15 – December 6, 2026
2pm-5pm

November 29 – December 20, 2026
10am-1pm

Weeknights

6 Week Series

Tuesdays 7pm-9pm

June 9 – July 14, 2026

July 21 – August 25, 2026

September 1 – October 6, 2026

October 13 – November 17, 2026

November 24, 2026 – Jan 12, 2027
(NO CLASSES December 22 & 29)

Wednesdays 7pm-9pm

May 20 – June 24, 2026

July 1 – August 5, 2026

August 12 – September 16, 2026

September 23 – November 4, 2026
(NO CLASS September 30)

November 11 – December 16, 2026

Saturdays

2 Week Series

Saturdays 9:30am-4:30pm

May 23 & 30, 2026

June 20 & 27, 2026

July 18 & 25, 2026

August 15 & 22, 2026

September 12 & 19, 2026

October 17 & 24, 2026

November 14 & 21, 2026

December 5 & 12, 2026

When Should I Take My Classes?

We recommend you begin classes after your 28th week of pregnancy and finish before your 38th week.
If you have any difficulties selecting a class that fits with your dates, please contact us – we will happily advise.

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