1 DAY ANTENATAL WORKSHOP
One Day Antenatal Classes in Durban
Short on time but still want thorough preparation for birth and baby? Our 1-Day Antenatal Workshop is the perfect fast-track option. In just one engaging day, you’ll cover all the essentials to help you feel calm and ready to welcome your little one.
Venues​
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Durban (Mayville) – AAK Private Hospital
Times
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Thursdays, 9:00 – 15:30
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Includes refreshments & light lunch
Cost
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R1650 per couple (claimable from maternity benefits, scheme dependent)
What's Covered
Your Birth 101
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Understanding labour & vaginal birth
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The stages of labour
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Positions for labour and birth
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Comfort measures & breathing
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Pain relief options
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Caesarean birth explained
Your Baby 101
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Skin-to-skin & the golden hour
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Baby behaviour and cues
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Nappy changing, dressing & swaddling
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Comforting and settling your baby
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Bathing your baby safely
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Setting up your home environment
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Safe sleep & SIDS prevention
Breastfeeding 101
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Expectation vs reality
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Why breastfeeding matters & how to succeed
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Positions for feeding & how to latch
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Expressing milk & preparing to return to work
Safety 101
While this does not equip you with CPR or First Aid certification, it gives you the basic skills for an emergency situation.
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Infant CPR
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Choking protocols
Bonus Features
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Beautifully designed hospital bag checklist printable
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Digital 19-page Expectant Couples Guide
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Pregnancy, Birth & Early Parenting book by Irene Bourquin
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WhatsApp access to Tasch & Sam (“Virtual Doulas”) for 2 weeks after baby arrives
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Ongoing WhatsApp group for peer support and community
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Discount offers on baby brands
