Prenatal Group Sessions

Service Description

PRENATAL SUPPORT COURSE Week 1: Pregnancy Overview & Health - Introduction to the course: Goals and expectations - Pregnancy trimesters: Overview of physical and emotional changes - Nutrition and exercise: Healthy eating habits and prenatal exercises - Common pregnancy symptoms and discomforts: Tips for managing nausea, fatigue, etc. - Q&A session Week 2: Understanding Your Body & Fetal Development - Anatomy during pregnancy: How your body changes - Fetal development stages: Growth and milestones - Importance of prenatal care: Regular check-ups and - tests (ultrasound, blood tests, etc.) - Introduction to medical terminology: Understanding - terms used by healthcare professionals - Q&A session Week 3: Birth Plans & Labour Process - Creating a birth plan: Exploring options (hospital, home, birthing center) - Signs of labor: How to recognize early labour - Stages of labor: What to expect during early labour, active labour, transition, and pushing - Medical interventions: Common interventions (induction, epidurals, C-sections) - Q&A session Week 4: Pain Management & Coping Mechanisms - Pain relief options: natural vs. medical (breathing, movement, medication) - Relaxation techniques: Breathing exercises, visualization, meditation - Positions for labour and birth: Optimal positions for comfort and progress - Partner support during labour: How partners can assist - Q&A session