Who teaches the childbirth education class?
Amelia is a trained Childbirth Educator dedicated to supporting parents with evidence and options around pregnancy, birth and into parenthood. Find out more about Amelia.
What's different about Into Parenthood antenatal courses?
These courses are focussed on providing balanced and evidence-informed antenatal education, whilst supporting you to be able to make informed decisions about your pregnancy, labour, birth and parenting. Based on feedback from hundreds of local parents, each course has a strong focus on postpartum and early parenting - covering baby sleep, feeding, postpartum planning and baby care.
Ongoing access to an online resource library is included as part of your course.
Each course will have a chat group and is encouraged to set up an ongoing meet up.
Will we have to watch a birth video?
No, nothing is compulsory! For those who are interested, there may be an optional birth viewing.
What about a coffee or parents group?
At the end of your childbirth education course, each course is supported to set up a group chat and first meet up. For those interested, these coffee/baby/new parent groups are often a highlight of attending a small, local antenatal course.
When should I enroll for an antenatal class?
Spaces are limited and fill quickly. Book as early in pregnancy as you can by emailing intoparenthood@gmail.com
Is there anything else we should book to complement this antenatal course?
We simply can't cover everything pregnancy, labour, birth and parenting in one course, no matter how hard we try! First aid education is not included but is highly recommended for every parent, grandparent, whānau. In 2025 we have limited 1.5 hour workshops delivered by Red Cross that are free (fully funded by The Village NZ) but spaces are limited. Find out more and book.
What if I need to cancel?
Please get in touch if you need to cancel. Cancellations (like a change of mind) within two weeks of the course may incur a non-refundable booking fee of $50.