Get ready for parenthood with an antenatal class from NCT, the UK's leading charity for pregnancy, birth, infant feeding and early parenthood.
Meet other parents around Cardiff, Caerphilly and Newport to share experiences and offer support. Many NCT groups are still in touch years later.
Course leaders are trained at university level and will share the latest evidence-based parenting information, so you can make informed decisions, whatever the circumstances.
We'll cover different types of pregnancy and birth experiences, as well as adjusting to life as a new parent, with information about feeding, sleep, relationships, and more.
Enjoy in-person and online course options, plus a digital Parent Hub for at-home learning. If you miss a class, we offer a free catch-up session.
We keep groups to a maximum of 18 people to allow you to connect with other parents and share in-depth discussions on what each topic means for you.
We welcome all parents, whatever your circumstances and however you're having your family. Our course fee covers you and your partner, family member, or friend.
A really useful course, a lovely teacher and I met some really nice people sharing the same experience with me. I feel more informed and felt it was great value for money for what I’ve learnt and gained.
Whole experience was fantastic and I am so glad we did it. I wouldn't change any element of the course content and the opportunity to meet other people going through the same experiences is invaluable. I thought Ellen and George addressed course content in a factual, sensitive, non-political way which was extremely helpful.
My husband and I really enjoyed our NCT Antenatal course. The group we met all seem super friendly and I think it'll be nice to have a support network of people in the same boat. Our course leader was really nice, super knowledgeable and non-judgemental which was so great as birth and pregnancy is such a personal journey. Invaluable course that I would recommend to others, for sure!
Join a friendly, supportive group that's just the right size for asking questions and building real connections.
Together you'll explore and discuss everything from labour, birth, feeding, caring for your baby and the early days of parenthood through several flexible sessions.
Explore your choices and feel confident planning the birth that’s right for you.
Understand more about labour and what to expect, including recovery.
Learn how to care for, understand and bond with your newborn.
Find out about how to feed your baby and where to get support.
Get practical guidance on coping with the change of becoming a new parent.
Your antenatal course is just the beginning. You’ll also get access to a range of on-demand resources — from pregnancy yoga and hypnobirthing to newborn safety and baby health.
Designed to give you even more confidence, calm and clarity, whenever you need it.
Newborn Talks
Feel supported in the early days with our series of expert-led, on-demand webinars.
Covering everything from newborn sleep and feeding to crying, recovery and bonding, each 45-minute session gives you practical advice you can trust - and watch whenever it suits you.
Talks include: Getting to know your baby, Newborn sleep, Feeding, Crying and communicating, Recovery and wellbeing.
Hypnobirthing
Feel calm and in control, whatever your birth looks like.
These on-demand videos and audio tracks give you practical tools to manage fear, reduce tension and stay centred through labour and birth.
Includes: Hypnobirthing techniques explained, Breathing and visualisation, Relaxation audio tracks.
Newborn Safety & Baby Health
Learn how to keep your baby safe and well in those important early weeks.
Watch anytime with our practical, expert-led videos covering everyday care and when to seek help.
Includes: Your baby’s breathing and safer sleep; Using prams, slings and car seats safely; Signs of illness and what to look out for; Meningitis and sepsis awareness.
Yoga for Pregnancy
Breathe, stretch and connect with your changing body.
Our on-demand video series includes gentle yoga practices and guided relaxations to help you feel more comfortable and calm throughout your pregnancy.
Includes: Movement for strength and ease, Breathing techniques, Guided audio relaxations.
Includes
Up to 15 hours of classes
2 people included in price, could be your partner, family member or friend
Online and in-person options
Access to online parenting resources
Pay in interest-free instalments
Discounts available for low income households
Book now from
£239
Community
Join a community over 3 million parents who have taken an NCT Antenatal Course.
Connection
95% of parents are still in touch with their NCT friends after having their baby.
Confidence
Over 70 years delivering trusted, evidenced-based support and information to parents.
Credibility
Voted #1 Best Antenatal Course in 2025 in the Loved By Parents awards.
Charity
We’re the UK’s largest charity for parents and your course fees will support vital programs, like NCT’s Infant Feeding Support Line.
Our antenatal classes are designed to finish with at least two weeks before your due date.
You can book at anytime - most people book when they're around 16 weeks pregnant - but our courses can fill fast, so don't leave it too long. Early bookers can spread the cost of the class over monthly interest-free instalments.
Showing 25 of 25 courses
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Thu 9 Apr
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Sat 11 Apr
10:00am - 4:30pm
Includes a 30 min break. |
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Thu 16 Apr
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Thu 23 Apr
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Breastfeeding session. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£269
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 28 Apr
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Tue 5 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Tue 12 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Tue 19 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 21 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Thu 30 Apr
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 14 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 21 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Thu 28 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 4 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
YMCA Plas, Cardiff, CF24
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 26 May
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 30 May
10:00am - 12:30pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Tue 2 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sat 6 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 6 Jun
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Sat 30 May
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 30 May
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 14 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 14 Jun
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Sun 21 Jun
10:30am - 1:00pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Wed 3 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Wed 10 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sat 13 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 13 Jun
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Sat 20 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
St Julian's Baptist Church, Newport, NP19 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sun 7 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sun 7 Jun
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 11 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Sun 14 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 14 Jun
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
Caerphilly Miner's Centre, Caerphilly, CF83
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Sat 20 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 20 Jun
1:15pm - 3:45pm
Understanding birth. |
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Mon 22 Jun
7:00pm - 9:30pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
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Sat 27 Jun
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 27 Jun
1:15pm - 3:45pm
Life with a new baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 30 Jun
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Tue 7 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Tue 14 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Tue 21 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 23 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
YMCA Plas, Cardiff, CF24
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Thu 2 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 9 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 16 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Thu 23 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 30 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sat 11 Jul
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 11 Jul
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 12 Jul
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 12 Jul
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 16 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 28 Jul
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Tue 4 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 9 Aug
2:30pm - 5:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Tue 11 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Tue 18 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sat 1 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 1 Aug
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 9 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Sat 15 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 15 Aug
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
Caerphilly Miner's Centre, Caerphilly, CF83
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Sat 8 Aug
11:00am - 1:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 8 Aug
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 9 Aug
11:00am - 1:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 9 Aug
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Wed 12 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Thu 13 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 20 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sat 22 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 22 Aug
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Wed 26 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
St Julian's Baptist Church, Newport, NP19 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 25 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Tue 1 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Tue 8 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Tue 15 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 17 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Thu 27 Aug
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 3 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 10 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Thu 17 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 24 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
YMCA Plas, Cardiff, CF24
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sat 29 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 29 Aug
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 30 Aug
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 30 Aug
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 3 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sat 5 Sep
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 5 Sep
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 10 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Sat 19 Sep
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 19 Sep
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 22 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Tue 29 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 1 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Sat 3 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 3 Oct
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Thu 24 Sep
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 1 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sun 4 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sun 4 Oct
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Thu 8 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
Caerphilly Miner's Centre, Caerphilly, CF83
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Sat 3 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 3 Oct
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Thu 8 Oct
6:15pm - 8:45pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Sat 10 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 10 Oct
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, CF5 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
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Tue 6 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Thu 8 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Feeding your baby. |
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Tue 13 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Tue 20 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Tue 27 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
Llanishen Baptist Church, Cardiff, CF14
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Thu 8 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sun 11 Oct
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
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Thu 15 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sat 17 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Sat 17 Oct
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Life with a new baby. |
St Julian's Baptist Church, Newport, NP19 | This is an accessible venue
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
* Online Zoom sessions
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Thu 22 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Getting ready for birth. |
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Sat 24 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Understanding birth. |
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Sat 24 Oct
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting your baby & recovering after birth. |
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Thu 29 Oct
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Life with a new baby. |
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Sat 31 Oct
10:00am - 12:30pm
Feeding your baby. This session will be delivered via Zoom. |
YMCA Plas, Cardiff, CF24
£239
For up to two attendees.
NCT Member or have a low household income? Discounts available - check eligibility & apply.
NCT Gift Voucher, Bupa or Employer's Code? - Redeem.
Cancellations or changes? See terms and conditions.
Looking a little further ahead? If you can’t see a course that works for you yet, don’t worry - we’re still planning upcoming dates. Join the waiting list and we’ll notify you as soon as they’re ready to book.
You can contact us through web chat on this page or take a look at our answers to frequently asked questions.
We use your expected due date to determine how suitable a class is for you.
Ideally we want the class to end 3-7 weeks before you're due, but that can be expanded to 2-9 weeks. You will see classes marked as ideal, good, ok and not suitable in the results.
Other personal factors you should consider are:
We allow a max of 18 people (up to 9 pairs), but on average it’s 10 to 14 people. We keep our groups small, so there’s more time to connect, ask questions and get to know each other.
We can't tell you exactly what will be taught in each session because the number and length of sessions can differ between scheduled courses, and your course leader will tailor the content to the needs of the group.
We can tell you that all our courses will cover topics within the following key themes:
We encourage you to book a class where you can make all sessions, as we can't move you into a session in a different class.
Depending on circumstances, we can offer you an online replacement session that will cover one of the five core themes. See our terms and conditions for details.
We understand things don’t always go to plan. You can cancel a booking within 14 days of confirmation without charge. There’s also options for changing your booking. Find out more about cancellation and refunds.
Absolutely. We want to make our courses accessible to all. Please let us know in advance if you have specific accessibility requirements - you can get in touch with us via email at booking.support@nct.org.uk, web chat or by calling 0300 330 0700 (option 2).
Interest-free instalments are available when there is enough time to have monthly instalments between the booking date and the start of the class - this will be indicated on the class when you search.
We offer discounts to households earning less than £35,000 per year. Find out more about our class discounts and eligibility.
To request a discount, find the course you want to attend, select 'show payment & discount information' and then 'check eligibility & apply'.
We regularly hold online classes for people who want to attend an NCT Antenatal class but:
Yes! As part of your class, you'll get access to our NCT Parent Hub, an exclusive digital content platform, where you'll find evidenced-based articles, informative videos and links to useful resources all together in one place to support your learning.
