- Wellbeing in pregnancy classes
This is a set of three classes focussing on promoting wellness and maintaining good health in pregnancy and beyond. Ideally, women should come as early as possible in the pregnancy, however you are welcome at any stage. each class will be approximately 1.5 hours long.
- Class One: 1st Friday of the month led by a Midwife and Pharmacist.
- Class Two: 2nd Friday of the month led by a Physiotherapist.
- Class Three: 3rd Friday of the month led by a Dietitian.
Please note that there is no class on the 4th Friday.
This is a great opportunity to meet a midwife, physiotherapist, dietitian and pharamacist early in your pregnancy, and can help lay the foundation for a positive experience for you.
For convenience, this is a recurring link ie. there will be one meeting link for all three classes however there is no class on the 4th Friday. You are also free to pick and choose sessions to attend.
To get the most out of this class, we recommend that you take time to go through the material available on The NMH guide to keeping well in pregnancy.
https://rise.articulate.com/share/Yr_wlHG_80oigSWQyyddGTth_T4kJvBv#/
- Mental Wellbeing Classes: led by the Perinatal Mental Health Team
Our perinatal mental team have developed two classes focussing on mental wellbeing in pregnancy and beyond.
- 'Healthy Minds in Pregnancy'
- 'Supporting your Postnatal Emotional Wellbeing" (participants are invited to join this class during pregnancy, and also in the postnatal period)
Each class will be run once a month on a Tuesday 17.00-19.00
email classes@nmh.ie for an invite.
- Classes for First Time Parents
We provide a core set of three classes for first time parents. You have the option to do these classes either online or in- person.
Numbers for the in-person classes are strictly capped so please don't book in for these classes if you don't feel you can attend the full set. If you wish to avail of the in-person option; it is advised to inquire about availability at about 25 weeks aiming to start the classes at about 30 weeks.
- Class one will focus on preperation for labour and childbirth and the first, second and third stage of labour. We know that a positive birthing experience can positively affect a woman’s long term wellbeing, and aim to empower women and their partners to believe in themselves through a partnership approach.
- Class two will cover interventions such as instrumental delivery, emergency c section and induction of labour. It will also start the postnatal journey of the mother.
- Class three will focus mainly on the baby, with practical babycare demonstrations, and transition to parenthood.
For an overview of the programme content please click here.
To book your set of three classes email: classes@nmh.ie
All classes are designed to complement and build on the information in the eLearning hub and you will find them more beneficial if you have reviewed the relevant modules before your class.
The NMH guide to Labour and delivery:
https://rise.articulate.com/share/zMU4l-dkONipTjMMY0z3HF8NRv5EPY3u#/
The NMH guide to caring for yourself and your baby after birth:
https://rise.articulate.com/share/rxZXr_ehil0Dh5Bh2Vc4Oo3mFJnFj_Nc#/
- Young Mums and Dads
This is a class aimed at the younger mother and father (late teens to approximately 21 years of age).
It is a small, interactive class, facilitated by a midwife. Where possible this is done in person.
Partner or a Support Person is encouraged to attend.
Last approximately 2-3 hours.
For further information: email Susan classes@nmh.ie
- Refresher Class
This class is designed for women who have had a previous vaginal delivery and aims to help prepare for this pregnancy's labour and delivery. 
It is facilitated by a midwife
Partners welcome.
- Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Section Preparation
This class is designed to support women who have had a previous caesarean section and are hoping for a vaginal delivery in this pregnancy. This is known as a VBAC - Vaginal Birth After Caesarean section.
The class aims to empower women to maximise their chances of a vaginal delivery.
It is facilitated by a midwife
Partners welcome.
- Introduction to Hypnobirthing
This interactive, online class is designed to introduce women and their partners to hypnobirthing. It builds on the skills you will have learnt about in the "preperation for childbirth" "refresher" or "VBAC" classes, and aims to instill a greater confidence in you in preperation for your birthing journey.
It is recommended that first time parents do the "Preperation for labour and childbirth" class before the Introduction to hypnobirthing.
- Preparing for an Elective Caesarean Section
This class is designed for women where it has been decided that an elective caesarean section is the most likely delivery method. 
It is facilitated by a midwife and aims to prepare women for their Caesarean Section.
Partners are welcome.
- Preparing for Breastfeeding
This class is facilitated by lactation consultants and will help start a positive breastfeeding journey. Further information is available on the Breastfeeding page. 
This virtual class is held on the first Friday of every month at 12.30 and the third Wednsday at 18.00. Partners are encouraged to attend.
- "Healthy Bodies After Birth" class
The "Healthy Bodies After Birth" class is facilitated by a chartered physiotherapist. It is held online, via webex, every Friday morning 11.00-12.30. It is suitable for all women towards the end of pregnancy or in the first three months after birth.
Physiotherapy page : https://www.nmh.ie/support-services/physiotherapy.13642.html
To book: email njordan@nmh.ie
- Dietitian class
Our "Tus Maith" ("Good Start") iclass is held once a month. This class is provided for women with a BMI of over 25 and is facilitated by a midwife and dietitian.
To book: email dietitian@nmh.ie
- Partners Only
This is a class for partners only. It is designed to give partners the opportunity to ask questions and clarify information. It is open to partners who have attended other antenatal education classes, and those who were unable to attend classes.
It is held once a month 17.00-1900hrs.
- Twins class
This class is designed to help a woman and her partner who are expecting twins, navigate pregnancy and childbirth.
- Antenatal videos in conjunction with whatsupmum
Antenatal videos in conjunction with Whatsupmum
We have been working with Whatsupmum to bring you short, focused, educational videos, which you can watch in your own time. We hope that you will find them helpful and would love to hear your feedback.
For Pregnancy related videos, please visit https://whatsupmum.ie/pregnancy-videos/pregnancy-videos/
For Parent Craft videos, please visit https://whatsupmum.ie/parentcraft-classes/parentcraft-class/
- Information for patients on blood group and transfusions
Information for patients on blood group and transfusions
If Your Blood Group is RhD-negative
A leaflet is available to explain the standard of care given to pregnant women who have been identified as having an RhD-negative blood group.
Blood Transfusion Information for Patients
Leaflets are also available to help explain blood transfusions for mothers and babies and why you may need one.