Are you pregnant and staying in the Netherlands temporarily? Or did you move to the Netherlands recently and are you still learning the language? Then antenatal classes in English might be a good idea for you.
The Groeisprong offers you individual childbirth instruction in English.
Depending on your wishes, the following topics may be covered:
- Information on the stages of labor and birth
- Conscious relaxation
- How to cope with pain
- Breathing exercises and birthing positions
- Childbirth complications: Caesarian section, vacuum extraction, etc.
- Information on the postpartum period and the newborn baby
- Breastfeeding and bottle feeding
- Giving birth in the Netherlands
- How your partner (or a support person) can coach you
The information given will help you minimize your fears, help you make informed decisions and teach you techniques to help you relax and cope. We offer a positive approach to labor and childbirth and a good and practical preparation.
Preparing for a birth and developing confidence takes time. Typically, you start birthing classes when you are about 6 months pregnant. However, it’s also possible to start later and even do a “crash” course. And of course, you may start earlier if you like!
The costs are € 50,– per session of one hour. It’s possible to take 2-hour sessions. The course takes place at the Groeisprong, Blauwgras 9, 3994 MH Houten.
For more information you can reach me at 030 – 878 52 35 or natuurgeneeskunde@groeisprong.nl
