Good Life Dietitians: Antenatal classes with Sister Sam

When we choose to be parents,
we accept another human being as part of ourselves,
and a large part of our emotional selves
will stay with that person as long as we live.
From that time on, there will be another person on this earth
whose orbit around us will affect us as surely as the moon affects the tides,
and affect us in some ways more deeply than anyone else can.
Our children are extensions of ourselves.
-Fred Rogers

Hello all Moms-to-be,

Expecting a baby is a special event. To celebrate and truly enjoy this event, you need to be informed and equipped to deal with the challenge that lies ahead. Knowledge gives you confidence and it will allow you to enjoy life with your baby. If you know what to expect, you can prepare yourself!

All antenatal courses differ. Our course includes relevant and practical information about what to expect during your pregnancy, from basic anatomy & physiology; through to delivery options (Natural vs Caesar); and to reality after the birth, breastfeeding and bathing your precious little one.

Our antenatal course covers the following topics:

Lifestyle while pregnant (diet & exercise); Anatomy & physiology; Warning signs during pregnancy
Labour; Natural birth; Pain relief; Assisted deliveries
Caesarean birth; Stem cells; Kangaroo care; Sex & Birth control
Feeding your baby; Baby basics: What you need
What to expect when you get home; Basic care of a newborn; Bathing your baby
General home safety; First aid & emergencies; Immunisations

General information:

Classes are presented weekly on Tuesdays at 18h30, and will be 2-2.5hrs each.
The 6 week course costs R1600.00, and includes course notes for you to keep as a reference (bring a pen with you in case you wish to make additional notes in class) as well as your first visit to the Clinic once baby is born (basic check up, weight assessment & feeding evaluation).
No refunds will be given for classes missed or courses not completed.
To book, 50% deposit is required, and the balance is payable on the first night. Most medical aids will reimburse their members and an invoice for the full amount will be generated on completion of the course.
Course dates for 2012 are as follows:

13 March

8 May

19 June

7 August

25 September

6 November

We also encourage partners to attend all classes! Often despite being great companions, your partners are too scared or embarrassed to ask questions, and they don’t know what to expect - so it’s a perfect opportunity for both of you to learn!

Please don’t hesitate to contact me should you have any questions. E-mail littlepeopleclinic@modedevie.co.za or sam@modedevie.co.za.

I hope to meet you soon!

Kind regards,

Sr Sam