Having a baby or planning for one soon? If so, you might be after some antenatal and postnatal classes in Hong Kong. There are plenty on offer so here’s Playtimes picks of the very best antenatal and postnatal classes in Hong Kong.
Annerley Midwives Clinic
Annerley/OT&P Family Clinic is your one-stop shop offering a comprehensive aide to all things pregnancy and baby related. Check-ups, scans, blood tests, birth planning consultations, hypnotherapy, antenatal classes and postnatal home visits; both private and public packages are available. Costs vary depending on how many visits and which package you choose.
Contact: 2983 1558, info@annerley.com.hk, www.annerley.com.hk
The Family Zone
The Family Zone offers a crash course in delivery, pain relief, breastfeeding and bonding with the baby, as well as prevention and awareness of post-natal depression in three 2-hour weeknight sessions. Private classes are also available. Post-birth consultation packages of 1, 5 or 10, provide breastfeeding support, sleep advice, and emotional support for mothers.
Contact: 9887 3235, yvonneheavyside@thefamilyzone.hk, peterheavyside@thefamilyzone.hk, www.thefamilyzone.hk
Wellness and Birth
Care of all kinds is on offer here, from routine antenatal check-ups to nutritional advice from trained dieticians and nutritionists, as well as private birth classes covering everything from breathing techniques and birthing positions to a partner’s role and baby care. Wellness and Birth also offers massages, physical exercise and yoga for expectant mothers’ emotional and physical well-being. Prices vary depending on the service required.
Contact: 9022 1779, info@wellnessandbirth.com, www.wellnessandbirth.com
Urban Hatch
Urban Hatch is an online resource offering expecting mothers pre- and post-birth support at their own convenience, as well as the chance to join a support network of experts and other expecting couples. Videos cover everything from birth to breastfeeding, and there is the option for one-on-one consultations and events covering parenthood essentials, advice for dads, and how to recharge after baby is born. Prices vary depending on the package.
Contact: https://www.urban-hatch.com
Central Health
The course at Central Health aims to walk you through the stages of labour, birth and what to expect after delivery. To ensure your place, book early as classes will run on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact: 2824 0822, enquiries@centralhealth.com.hk, www.centralhealth.com.hk
Matilda International Hospital
Matilda Hospital offers courses which include practical information and useful suggestions for pregnancy, the birthing process and caring for newborns. The courses are suitable for expectant mothers and partners who have reached at least 28 weeks of pregnancy. The friendly in-person sessions include a discussion time. They also offer online antenatal classes. Classes are available in English or Japanese and prices start from $2500/couple or $980/person for the online classes.
Contact: 2849 0321, maternity@matilda.org, www.matilda.org
Hong Kong Adventist Hospital
Led by an experienced registered midwife, the three-hour intensive workshops includes both lectures and exercises. Held monthly, the childbirth classes help prepare future parents for labor and birth and help with making informed decisions while minimising fears. Classes are suitable for those at least 28 weeks pregnant (and their partners). If you’re registered to deliver at Adventist, you’ll get a discount on antenatal classes.
Contact: 3651 8914, 3651 8915, ob@hkah.org.hk, www.hkah.org.hk
Gleneagles*
*NOTE: Classes are currently on hold. All classes are hosted by different professionals (Obstetricians, Anaesthetists, Midwives, Physiotherapists, Chiropractor, Lactation consultants, Nursery Nurses, Infant Massage instructors and Dietitians). They are interactive and unique, supporting you and your partner with newborn care after delivery. The courses are free, however, they are only offered in Cantonese.
We hope this list of antenatal and postnatal classes in Hong Kong is helpful and provides you with the preparation and peace of mind to approach pregnancy in a way that is relaxed and calm.
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