Antenatal classes with a difference — taught by real midwives.

Our antenatal course gives you honest, practical guidance on pregnancy, labour, birth and life with a newborn — all from an experienced midwife who understands how the maternity system really works.

You won’t just learn what can happen — you’ll learn your choices, how to navigate the NHS, and what genuinely helps during labour and the postnatal period. We prepare you for real life, not just the textbook version.

50% birth. 50% postnatal. 100% supportive.

We believe preparing for feeding, recovery and newborn life is just as important as preparing for labour — so you’ll feel confident every step of the way.

Unlike many mainstream antenatal courses such as NCT, ours is written and taught by practicing midwives. You’ll know exactly who your teacher is before you book, and you’ll be supported by someone who truly understands maternity care.

 Evidence-based, non-judgemental information

 Inclusive and welcoming to all families

 Proper preparation for birth partners

 A ready-made group of local friends due at the same time as you

You deserve to feel informed, in control and positive about your experience — whatever path your birth takes.

And yes — you’ll leave with a brilliant local support network for those early newborn days and maternity leave.

Our reviews speak for themselves. Come and see why so many parents say this course changed their birth and postnatal experience.

To book your place visit the website or for further information, please contact Alice at: alice@thevillagemidwife.co.uk or