Antenatal Classes

Childbirth Education (Antenatal Classes) in Richmond & Nelson.

Comprehensive antenatal classes in Richmond & Nelson, led by a qualified childbirth educator. 2025 Courses are all fully booked.

✦ Feb 2026 Course (ideal for due dates March/April). Six Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9PM - starting 10 Feb. 

✦ April 2026 Course (ideal for due dates June-early August). Six Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9PM - starting 28 April.
✦ August 2026 Course (ideal for due dates October/November). Six Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9PM - starting 4 August. 

✦ October 2026 Course (ideal for due dates December-Feb). Six Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9PM - starting 20 October. 

$220 for two people (pregnant person + a support person), held at Headingly Centre, Richmond. Email intoparenthood@gmail.com to book.

What You'll Learn

• Pregnancy: Wellbeing tips, warning signs, and informed decision-making

• Birth: Signs and stages of labour, birth skills, support person preparation, optimal birthing environments, options (including pain relief) and assisted birth

• Postpartum: Feeding, soothing and sleep, newborn care, the fourth trimester, planning for postpartum, postnatal wellbeing and practical parenting including changing, bathing and more.

Why Choose Into Parenthood Antenatal Classes?

• Relaxed, inclusive, and fun environment

• 15 hours of evidence-based guidance tailored to your whānau

• Access to a free online resource site with free downloads, links, tips and curated information.

• Into Parenthood Alumni have first access to postnatal groups and other workshops.

Spaces are limited, so book your spot as early in pregnancy as possible. Email intoparenthood@gmail.com to book.

More questions? See Antenatal Class FAQs.