Local Antenatal Classes

Pregnant woman drinking tea One way to get the most out of your pregnancy is to join an antenatal class. Not only will you have a laugh at your ever expanding waistlines, compare notes and share your hopes and fears (and heartburn remedies!) but being around other pregnant women is a real bonding experience.

Antenatal Classes Aqua Natal Yoga/Pilates and Relaxation

Parent Education

Dads-to-be are encouraged to attend these sessions. For a complete programme of FREE sessions and events organised by University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust please click here

Antenatal Classes

Antenatal classes help to prepare you for labour, birth and parenthood.

Midwife Drop-In Session
Venue: Poulton Children's Centre, The Old Fire Station, Clark St, Morecambe, LA4 5HR
Time: Wednesdays and Fridays 3pm-4pm
Cost: FREE
Tel: 01524 833644 (Poulton Children's Centre) 01524 583867 (Community Midwives Office)
Free parking at this venue. Come along for a chat with the midwife.
Click here for more info about Poulton Children's Centre

Prepare for Birth/Parenthood
Venue: Poulton Children's Centre, The Old Fire Station, Clark St, Morecambe, LA4 5HR
Time: Tuesdays 6.30pm-8.30pm
Cost: FREE
Tel: 01524 833644 (Poulton Children's Centre) 01524 583867 (Community Midwives Office)
Free parking at this venue. Please note that this session is by invitation only. These classes are run by midwives and cover topics such as pain relief in labour, breathing techniques etc.
Click here for more info about Poulton Children's Centre

Surestart Midwife Drop-in Sessions
Venue: Firbank Children’s Centre, Firbank Road, Lancaster, LA1 3HL
Time: Thursdays 10am-12noon
Cost: FREE
Tel: 01524 845319
Come along for a chat with the midwife.

Lancaster, Morecambe & District NCT Antenatal Classes
Venue: Lancaster University
Time: Saturdays, Lancaster University Chaplaincy Centre
Cost: £120 (3 sessions)
Tel: 0870 0669319 (Julie)
Led by trained NCT antenatal teachers classes are small and informal. Topics covered topics include labour, pain relief and birth.

Serene Birth Antenatal Classes
Antenatal classes tailored to suit you. Serene Birth is run by Stephanie Lowe an experienced practising midwife. Contact Stephanie for details of cost etc
Tel: 07788 918073
email enquiries@serenebirth.com or visit www.serenebirth.com

Aqua Natal

Pregnant woman doing aquanatal Aqua Natal is basically exercise in water. Classes are designed specifically for pregnant women so expect gentle stretching rather than a full-on workout. This type of exercise can help to keep you supple throughout your pregnancy.

Salt Ayre, Lancaster

Venue: Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Doris Henderson Way, Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS
When? every Tues 1.40pm-2.30pm
Cost: £2.90
Tel: 01524 847540
For women after 20 weeks of pregnancy. The group has the main pool at Salt Ayre to themselves. Please bring your hand held notes to these sessions. Free parking at this venue.

Serene Birth Aquanatal classes

Serene Birth is run by Stephanie Lowe an experienced practising midwife. Five week aquanatal course to improve physical condition, comfort + positive body awareness - particular attention to posture/ back care + pelvic floor. Contact Stephanie for details of cost, location etc - 07788 918073
email enquiries@serenebirth.com or visit www.serenebirth.com

Yoga/Pilates and Relaxation

Yoga and/or Pilates can help you to feel healthier in mind and body and the gentle exercise can help to prepare your body for labour and birth.

Image of a pregnant woman doing yoga

Relaxation Sessions - Every Monday
Venue: Lune Park Childrens Centre, Ryelands Park, Owen Rd, Lancaster, LA1 2LN
Time: 12.45pm-2.30pm (except half term)
Cost: FREE
Tel: 01524 382818
Come along anytime after 20 weeks pregnancy. Bring your hand held notes and a pillow with you! Sessions are run by a Clinical Support Worker. There will be a Midwife present approx. once a month to cover Pilates and breathing for labour.

Click here for more info about Lune Park Children's Centre

Relaxation Sessions - Every Thursday
Venue: Poulton Children's Centre, The Old Fire Station, Clark St, Morecambe, LA4 5HR
Time: 3pm-4.30pm (except half term)
Cost: FREE
Tel: 01524 833644
Come along anytime after 20 weeks pregnancy. Bring your hand held notes and a pillow with you! Sessions are run by a Clinical Support Worker. There will be a Midwife present approx. once a month to cover Pilates and breathing for labour.
Click here for more info about Poulton Children's Centre

Pregnancy Yoga course - 10-week course (Fridays)
Venue: VVV Health And Leisure Club
The Shore, Coastal Rd, Hest Bank, Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 6EQ
Time: 1.45pm-2.45pm (starts Fri 4th April 2008)
Cost: £50 for non-members and free to members of VVV.
Tel: 01524 823363
Women can join at anytime throughout the course they just have to arrange it with vvv. It is advisable to bring a blanket and pillows with you for relaxation.

Other Groups/Classes

Bumps and Babes - Mondays
Venue: St Paul's Church Hall (opp St Paul's Church), Scotforth Rd, Lancaster
Time: 10am-12noon
Cost: £1 (includes refreshments)
For bumps and babies up to walking. Meet other mums-to-be and parents with young babies in a friendly environment. This group is run by the local NCT branch. Limited parking at venue.

HypnoBirthing
Take the birthing world by calm! 5 wk course which helps to eliminate the fear-tension-pain syndrome, encouraging a calmer, more comfortable birth experience.
Contact Stephanie for details of cost, location etc - 07788 918073 (Stephanie is an experienced practising midwife)
email enquiries@serenebirth.com or visit www.serenebirth.com

Exercise Walks in Kirkby Lonsdale area
When: First Tuesday of every month: 10am-12pm
Contact: Stephanie on 07788 918073
Cost: FREE

Stephanie from Serene Birth organises a stroll and a chat with any new, old or interested Serene Birth clientele: families (to be), even well behaved dogs are welcome! The walk lasts about 1 ¼ hour and – for anyone needing a cuppa - ends at the Lunesdale Bakery: 50 Main St. Kirkby Lonsdale (might be worth booking a place in advance so the Bakery can set aside a table for the group).