So, you have booked in with the Midwife, got lots of information to read, things to remember to eat, drink and not eat! What next? First of all, book yourself onto one of the NCT antenatal courses, then why not consider joining either Working Bumps (if you're still working) or perhaps Cafe Bambino or Bumps and Babes if you are free during the day.

Antenatal & Refresher Courses

We offer courses to small groups of pregnant women and couples. You learn about all the different aspects of pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood and get to meet other expectant parents who live locally. We also run childbirth refresher courses for parents expecting their second child or more.

A fee is charged for these courses but discretionary reductions are available. Classes are popular so it is wise to book as early as you can to ensure a place.

Contact Deborah Lewis on 0844 243 6884, email: bookings5s@nct.org.uk or click here to view courses online.

Pregnancy and Birth Phone Line

You can call the NCT™ Pregnancy & Birth Line if you have questions about issues relating to your pregnancy or birth, or if you want to chat about your experiences with a fully qualified antenatal teacher.

Call 0300 330 0771 Monday to Friday 10am until 8pm.

Shared Experience Helpline

This helpline will put you in touch with another member who has experienced similar to you - and it could be anything from dealing with birth experiences, coping with a newborn or toddler tantrums, or perhaps even an illness. There is always someone out there who has experience, knowledge or even comforting words and can help you with either dealing with the situation or locating self help and local support groups. If you would like to find out more call the Shared Experiences Helpline on 0300 330 0774 available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9am – 3pm.

Newbury Homebirth Group

A group for expectant parents who are considering having their baby within the comfort of their own home. Meetings are usually held on the 3^rd Thurs of each month, always at The Wellbeing Centre 8 - 9.30pm. Supported by local midwives, doulas and families who have experienced homebirths first hand, we welcome you to join us in a relaxed environment for a cuppa and an informal chat.  For more information contact Claire on 07919 128966 or claire@newburyhomebirth.org A £2 family donation is kindly requested.

Yoga for Pregnancy (Relax, Stretch and Breathe)

The Relax, Stretch and Breathe class is Yoga based exercise for pregnancy and birth preparation. Turn up and join in any session and for more information, contact Stacey Dornan on 01488 644620.

Mondays 7:15 - 8:45pm

Hungerford Children's Centre

RG17 0HY

£6.50 a session (please pay for 4 at the first class)

Starting Mon 5th March 2012

NCT Tip

Attend our groups whilst you are still pregnant, perhaps at the beginning of your maternity leave. You will make friends before you give birth and maybe even share the experience with someone - quite often mums will see each other at the hospital either at visits or sometimes even on the day itself! When you have had your baby, it will be much easier meeting with existing friends than establishing a whole new network as well as looking after your little bundle of joy.

Bumps and Babes

Bumps and Babes is a small, friendly group providing the opportunity for new mums and mums-to-be to meet on a regular basis to socialise and meet new friends. If you are pregnant or have a baby under 12 months (older siblings are welcome too) you are warmly welcomed at these new two hour sessions run by Sue at ACE Space in Newbury. There will be the guest speaker on a baby-related topic like baby resuscitation, weaning, local services for youngsters etc. in fact, the main difference is the new venue. Click here for more information.

Working Bumps

This is for all new Mums and Dad’s-to-be, but it is especially good if you are not on an antenatal course or yours hasn’t started yet, since it will give you a great way of meeting others, sharing information, and finding out more about what the NCT can offer you. Click here for more information.

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