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‘From the very beginning’
An antenatal class for high risk pregnancies
‘From the very beginning’ offers soon-to-be parents an opportunity to receive reliable information and specialist skills to prepare and equip them in the practical aspects of parenting their new preterm baby on a neonatal unit before they get there.
Think of it like a private ante-natal class with a twist!
Preterm baby development is unique, and parenting in the context of a neonatal stay has different challenges. ‘From the very beginning’ aims to provide the tools parents need to be their baby’s primary caregiver from the very start - to learn about preterm neurodevelopment and to explore practical ways of looking after their baby and themselves throughout the journey. It complements the information given around their baby’s medical needs, and focusses on the uniqueness of their situation and their preterm baby’s wholistic development.
2 hour consultations are available at home, in the hospital or via video call at a time that suits you.
Follow up consultations are also available as needed.
‘From the very beginning’ sessions are tailored to your needs and questions but may include:
- Information on your preterm baby’s upcoming sensory and motor neurodevelopment -
- Information on early skin to skin with your baby -
- Understanding your baby’s ’behavioural cues’ to enable you to respond to their needs -
- Enhancing your preterm baby’s sensory and motor development -
- Practical tips and coaching on touching, handling, and holding your baby -
- Practical skills in nappy changing, bathing and caring for your baby -
- Strategies to help your baby calm, relax and sleep -
- Understanding your unique emotional regulation needs and preferences -
- Strategies to help you calm and rest in the journey -