Antenatal course - FAQs

Here are the answers to frequently asked questions about antenatal courses. If we haven't answered your question, or you would like more information, please contact us, via email manukau@parentscentre.org.nz or leave a message at our office phone 09 267 1224.

When is the best time to do an antenatal course?

We recommend you enrol in a course so that you finish between 2-4 weeks before your due date. Our Antenatal Coordinator will be able to identify the best course for you.

How long do the courses run for?

The course goes for 7 weeks, from 7:00 pm until around 9:15 pm.

How often do you run your antenatal courses?

We run 6 courses a year so we're likely to have a course that will suit your due date.

When does your next class start?

When are you due? Here are the courses that might suit you!

Due February or March? We have a Weekend course 21st and 22nd January, 2012

Due April or early May? This is your course! 24th Jan – 6th March, 2012

Due late May, June, early July? The best course for you is 20th March – 1st May, 2012

Due July, August? This is your course! 15th May – 26th June, 2012

Due September, October? Here is your course: 10th July - 21st Aug, 2012

Due November or December? Your course is 4th Sep – 16th Oct, 2012

Due January or February 2013? Finish off the year with our course 30th Oct – 11th Dec, 2012

 When should I enrol for an antenatal course?

As soon as possible, once you've confirmed you're pregnant.

How do I get an Enrolment Form?

Fill in the Enrolment Form  attached and email it back to manukau@parentscentre.org.nz

How do I secure my enrolment?

Your enrolment is only confirmed/secure when we receive your deposit payment. We require full payment two weeks before the course starts in case we have a waiting list and need to confirm participants.