What is Childbirth Education?A Childbirth Educator provides quality childbirth (antenatal) education that is accessible to prospective and expectant parents.
Childbirth Education
has been the foundation of Parents Centres New Zealand Inc since our
"conception" in 1952. Today we are the largest provider of Antenatal
Education, delivered across what is one of the largest parenting based
networks and infrastructures in the country. Our exceptional team of
Childbirth Educators are professional, qualified and motivated to
deliver value to women and their families during the exciting and
complex period prior to birth, equipping and empowering parents to
realise the benefits of our mission.
Why attend Childbirth Education classes?
Attending Childbirth
Education classes gives parents and support people the opportunity to
meet other expectant parents and develop friendships with people who
are in a similar life stage. Through a series of 6 -7 weekly classes
the Childbirth Educator provides a range of information and facilitates
discussion to support parents to make informed decisions about pregnancy, childbirth and the care of their newborn baby.
You will learnImportant
information on pregnancy, labour and birth, and parenting that is
comprehensive and up-to-date. You will gain valuable practical skills
and strategies for your pregnancy, childbirth and beyond.
Your tutor/Childbirth Educator
Each
of the Parents Centres Childbirth Educators who teach this programme
have had comprehensive childbirth education training and are highly
experienced in their field. As a trained education professional, the childbirth educator is
responsible for assessing the class needs and determining the teaching
techniques that will best meet the learning needs of the participants.
However, there is an important role for Parents Centre volunteers in
planning administration, facilitation and evaluation of courses and
these are set out in the Guidelines for Parents Centre Childbirth
Education Courses and in the Childbirth Education Course Review.
Classes
All classes are held in an environment that is pleasant and comfortable and meets the physical needs of the participants. Attendees gain valuable knowledge and develop friendships and support networks.
Key steps in your pregnancy
The first is to choose your Lead Maternity Care person
(LMC). This could be a midwife, GP or obstetrician. It can often help
to talk to other people about their experiences and choices of LMC.
Whoever you choose, make sure they are someone you feel comfortable
with and someone who will try to support your choices for the type of
birth you would like to have. Shop around and ask lots of questions.
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