When to start antenatal classes?

[Deniz]

Hi,
I just wonder when is the best time to start antenatal classes? I am thinking to join NCT ones, bc this is going to be our first baby & we don't know much what to do. Due date is the 3rd week of June if the baby comes on time, so is it better to complete it in May or before/later?

 

[Soph22]

I'm going to my classes in 2 weeks when I'll be 27 weeks along. I would have liked to go later, but the other option available was cutting it waaay to close to my due date. I think whatever works for your schedule will be fine. You'll remember the important stuff. At least that's what I'm hoping!

 

[Groovychick]

Thanks girls.

 

[K123]

NCT website came up with suggested dates for us...but their recommendation didn't work as included a whole day on a Saturday when I'll be at my sister's wedding. As a result my classes will be quite close to my due date, but I'm hoping that baby will stay put long enough for me to go!

 

[Sooz]

The NCT had a course specifically for people due in May which ran through April so I've signed up for that one.

 

[sairycake]

MW suggested 30 weeks but if you phone up they'll tell you when you should be going.

 

[gamblemagic]

MW where we are give us the dates according to my hand out given when i had my 1st appointment! it tell us they give us info on it @ 28wks for antenatal/parent craft/breastfeeding workshops!
depends on the area and the availability!