What’s included on the course?

Course includes in person hypnobirthing and baby first aid
Reunion with your babies
18h of teaching and 4h of dedicated social time
Specialists include

Midwife
Obstetric doctor
Hypnobirthing teacher
Paediatric (baby) doctor
Feeding specialist
Baby first aid instructor
Physiotherapist

Head to one of our fun and social venues (no church halls, scout huts or flipcharts here!)
Meet likeminded, local friends having babies at a similar time
Learn everything you need to know for birth and life with a newborn in one course (no add ons!)
Each week covers one of five themes and includes:

A 2h in-person session, packed with practical and social activities
A bank of videos to support everything you learn
Different specialists each week
A live-online Q&A session
Notes, useful downloads and exclusive discounts

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Walthamstow: where are the classes held?

Our Walthamstow antenatal classes are held at The Bell pub, on Forest Road, which is close to Walthamstow Central station and which is easily accessible by bus. There is parking available close by too.

How much are Walthamstow antenatal classes?

Our Walthamstow antenatal classes cost £259 for two people. We also offer a single-parent discount. See our FAQs for full details.

Who runs the classes?

**Meet Abby.**

Abby is one of the midwives who teaches our Walthamstow antenatal classes. Abby qualified from City University, London. She says, "I believe that knowing your options and being prepared about the twist and turns of pregnancy, labour and the newborn stage will only help you navigate the journey smoothly. Having a great network of like minded mums and dads only helps that! I love seeing the course mates grow in confidence over the course and see the beginnings of life long friendships!"

**Meet Jeni.**

Jeni is one of the midwives that teaches our courses in Walthamstow. Jeni qualified from City University, London. She says, "Being able to support families to feel prepared and informed at such an important time in their lives is really special. I believe that building a support network is absolutely invaluable and I am really looking forward to getting to know you and supporting you through the HPHB course."

How does this differ to NCT classes in Walthamstow?

NCT classes have been around since the 1950s and for many decades were the only antenatal classes. This means many people believe that all antenatal classes are NCT classes, which is not the case. Happy Parents Happy Baby antenatal classes in Walthamstow are not the same as NCT classes in Walthamstow, or other antenatal classes in and around Walthamstow. Here are some of the differences (as per December 2024).

Our local Walthamstow community

Most of the people coming on our Walthamstow course are from Walthamstow. The course is also popular with those living in neighbouring areas of Chingford and Tottenham.

From walks in Lloyd Park or in Walthamstow Village, to coffee shop hangouts and playdates at each other’s houses, graduates from our Walthamstow antenatal classes are never short of things to do together.

Is it worth it?

Have questions?

Please use our chat function at the bottom right of the screen for answers to most questions.

Alternatively, you can find answers to commonly asked questions on our FAQs page.

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Ideal for babies due mid November, December & January
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 30th September: Preparing for birth
Monday 7th October: Hypnobirthing
Monday 14th October: Practical baby care
Monday 21st October: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 28th October: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st February at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time
Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd October: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th October: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th October: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th October: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid November, December & January
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 1st October: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 8th October: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 15th October: Practical baby care
Tuesday 22nd October: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 29th October: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st February at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time
Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd October: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th October: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th October: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th October: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid December, January & February
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 28th October: Preparing for birth
Monday 4th November: Hypnobirthing
Monday 11th November: Practical baby care
Monday 18th November: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 25th November: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st March at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time
Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 31st October: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 7th November: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 14th November: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 21st November: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid December, January & February
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 29th October: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 5th November: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 12th November: Practical baby care
Tuesday 19th November: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 26th November: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st March at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time
Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 31st October: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 7th November: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 14th November: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 21st November: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid January, February & March
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 25th November: Preparing for birth
Monday 2nd December: Hypnobirthing
Monday 9th December: Practical baby care
Monday 16th December: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 6th January: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 5th April at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 28th November: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 5th December: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 12th December: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 19th December: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid January, February & March
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 26th November: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 3rd December: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 10th December: Practical baby care
Tuesday 17th December: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 7th January: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 5th April at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 28th November: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 5th December: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 12th December: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 19th December: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Click here if your course of choice is not available.
Ideal for babies due mid February, March & April
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 6th January: Preparing for birth
Monday 13th January: Hypnobirthing
Monday 20th January: Practical baby care
Monday 27th January: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 3rd February: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 10th May at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 9th January: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 16th January: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 23rd January: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 30th January: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Click here if your course of choice is not available.
Ideal for babies due mid February, March & April
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 7th January: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 14th January: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 21st January: Practical baby care
Tuesday 28th January: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 4th February: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 10th May at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 9th January: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 16th January: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 23rd January: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 30th January: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid March, April and May
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 3rd February: Preparing for birth
Monday 10th February: Hypnobirthing
Monday 17th February: Practical baby care
Monday 24th February: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 3rd March: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 7th June at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 6th February: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 13th February: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 20th February: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 27th February: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Click here if your course of choice is not available.
Ideal for babies due mid March, April and May
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 4th February: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 11th February: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 18th February: Practical baby care
Tuesday 25th February: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 4th March: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 7th June at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 6th February: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 13th February: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 20th February: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 27th February: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid April, May and June
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 3rd March: Preparing for birth
Monday 10th March: Hypnobirthing
Monday 17th March: Practical baby care
Monday 24th March: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 31st March: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 5th July at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 6th March: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 13th March: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 20th March: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 27th March: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid April, May and June
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 4th March: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 11th March: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 18th March: Practical baby care
Tuesday 25th March: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 1st April: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 5th July at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 6th March: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 13th March: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 20th March: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 27th March: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid May, June and July
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 31st March: Preparing for birth
Monday 7th April: Hypnobirthing
Monday 14th April: Practical baby care
Wednesday 23rd April: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 28th April: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 2nd August at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd April: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th April: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th April: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th April: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid May, June and July
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 1st April: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 8th April: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 15th April: Practical baby care
Tuesday 22nd April: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 29th April: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 2nd August at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd April: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th April: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th April: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th April: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid June, July and August
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 28th April: Preparing for birth
Wednesday 7th May: Hypnobirthing
Monday 12th May: Practical baby care
Monday 19th May: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 27th May: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 6th September at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 1st May: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 8th May: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 15th May: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 22nd May: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid June, July and August
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 29th April: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 6th May: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 13th May: Practical baby care
Tuesday 20th May: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 27th May: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 6th September at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 1st May: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 8th May: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 15th May: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 22nd May: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid July, August and September
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 2nd June: Preparing for birth
Monday 9th June: Hypnobirthing
Monday 16th June: Practical baby care
Monday 23rd June: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 30th June: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 4th October at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 5th June: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 12th June: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 19th June: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 26th June: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid July, August and September
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 3rd June: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 10th June: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 17th June: Practical baby care
Tuesday 24th June: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 1st July: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 4th October at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 5th June: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 12th June: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 19th June: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 26th June: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid August, September and October
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Monday 30th June: Preparing for birth
Monday 7th July: Hypnobirthing
Monday 14th July: Practical baby care
Monday 21st July: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Monday 28th July: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st November at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd July: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th July: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th July: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th July: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A
Ideal for babies due mid August, September and October
In person sessions: 7-9pm
Tuesday 1st July: Preparing for birth
Tuesday 8th July: Hypnobirthing
Tuesday 15th July: Practical baby care
Tuesday 22nd July: Baby first aid and self care for parents
Tuesday 29th July: Celebration social - a purely social session
Saturday 1st November at 3pm: Reunion - details will be sent closer to the time

Extra live online content: 7:30pm
Every Thursday evening throughout your course, our specialists of the week will be on hand to support you with any extra questions in the following live online sessions:
Thursday 3rd July: Midwife and obstetric doctor Q&A
Thursday 10th July: Hypnobirthing relaxations and breathing practice
Thursday 17th July: Feeding specialist Q&A
Thursday 24th July: Baby doctor/First Aid & Physiotherapist Q&A

Antenatal Classes in Walthamstow

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