Antenatal Classes in Exmouth
Our antenatal education classes in Exmouth, Devon, offer far more than information — it provides reassurance, clarity and confidence as you navigate pregnancy and prepare for birth and early parenthood. Families join us from across East Devon and Exeter.
In our small, welcoming sessions, we explore labour and birth in depth, helping you to understand your options and feel confident navigating the local maternity system. With additional training in biomechanics for birth, I bring a deeper understanding of how positioning, movement and the birth environment can support labour to progress more effectively. We discuss both vaginal and caesarean birth, prepare you for feeding, postnatal recovery and guide you through the realities of the early weeks with your newborn.
Grounded in evidence and real clinical experience, these classes combine expert teaching with practical preparation — equipping you with the knowledge, skills and calm assurance you need as you step into this next chapter.
ANTENATAL CLASSES - THE COASTAL BIRTH CLUB
Beyond education, our classes brings expectant parents together in a supportive, friendly environment where friendships are formed. Building your village before your baby arrives matters — and here you’ll meet other local parents preparing for the same journey as you.
This is thoughtful preparation designed to leave you feeling prepared, supported and confident as you bring your baby into the world.
* Private sessions are available upon request *
Late Pregnancy & preparing for birth
Where to birth your baby & navigating the maternity system
The labour Journey/Stages of labour (inc. Signs of labour)
Physiology of labour and birth
The ideal birth environment
Hypnobirthing for pregnancy, labour & birth
Relaxation, positions for labour, massage & aromatherapy
Medical & non medical pain relief options, inc water & the birth pool.
Induction of labour
Vaginal, instrumental & caesarean birth
Role of the birth partner
Making informed choices, Birth Rights & your birth preferences.
Meeting your baby - Womb to World
Skin-to-skin & ‘The Golden Hour’
Newborn behaviour & Responsive parenting
Preparing for postpartum + Postnatal tool kit
Caring for your baby (Practical skills)
How and what to feed your baby
Safe sleeping and soothing a crying baby
Postnatal emotions, mental health and changing relationships
Caring for and nourishing your new postnatal body
Our six-week course is thoughtfully structured to guide you step-by-step through pregnancy, birth and early parenthood — ending with a relaxed group social and a complimentary postnatal group reunion.
Week 1 - Late Pregnancy, Birth Planning, Navigating your Options & Early Labour
Week 2 - Labour & Physiology of Birth
Week 3 - Coping Mechanisms, Pain Relief Options, Hypnobirthing Techniques, relaxation and aromatherapy
Week 4 - Meeting and Feeding your Baby. Practical Newborn Care
Week 5 - The Fourth trimester. Sleep, Postnatal Recovery, Emotional Wellbeing and your relationship
Week 6 - Relaxed and informal group social over dinner - an opportunity to connect, celebrate and strengthen friendships before your babies arrive. Hosted at The Beach Pub, Exmouth. This is a really important part of the course - solidify those friendships ready for the 3am what’s app chat.
Postnatal Group Reunion - An opportunity to welcome babies, share birth stories, gently debrief and receive breastfeeding support over cake — held during the day around four weeks after the final baby is due. We hope this marks the beginning of ongoing friendships and regular meet-ups long beyond the course.
Your Course Includes
• A ‘Coastal Birth Club’ welcome bag
• A comprehensive course folder with practical guides to support each stage of preparation
• Light refreshments at every session
Our Classes Also Offer ..
Local Expertise - Led by an experienced NHS midwife with practical insight into local maternity services, birth settings and hospital pathways within your trust.
Evidence-Based Guidance - Up-to-date, clinically grounded education informed by real-world experience.
Small, Carefully Guided Groups - An intentionally supportive setting designed to foster meaningful discussion and lasting friendships.
Community-Focused - Deeply rooted in East Devon, with an understanding of local services and support networks to guide you well beyond the classroom.
Details
Location - Exmouth Strand
Time - 19.00-21.00
Price - £240 (Pregnant person + 1 Partner/Friend/Family Member)
