Antenatal Classes

If you’re looking for midwife-led antenatal classes in Wellington, we’d love to welcome you to one of our upcoming courses.

These classes are a chance to slow down, get clear, evidence-based info, and ask all the questions that might not get answered in a busy appointment. More than that, they’re a space to meet other local parents and share the journey together.

We keep things real, practical, and supportive. Our hope is that you’ll leave class not only feeling informed, but also connected and a little more confident about the road ahead.

What’s included:

  • 10 hours of engaging, interactive sessions designed to help you connect with the rest of your group

  • Facilitation by a qualified, experienced midwife

  • 6 months access to the Parent Hub - digital resources

  • Handout material including birth plan template & hospital bag checklist

  • A snack and hot drinks at each class

  • Goodie bag to take home

  • Ongoing community: a private chat group for your class

When & Where:

  • Our evening course is held on 5 consecutive Tuesday’s 6.30-8.30pm at the All Saints Church, Hataitai

  • Our weekend course is held on 2 consecutive Sunday’s 9.30am-2.30pm at the Vogelmorn Bowls Club, Brooklyn

Cost:

  • $280 for you and a support person

Our course will cover

  • Wellbeing in pregnancy – caring for body and mind

  • When to seek help – recognising important warning signs

  • The support person’s role – how they can be involved and make a difference

  • Making informed choices – understanding your options with confidence

  • Understanding physiological labour – what’s happening in the body

  • Coping strategies & pain-relief options – practical tools for managing labour

  • When extra support is needed – an introduction to medical interventions

  • The first hours and days – what to expect after birth

  • Feeding your baby – exploring all the options and finding what works for you

  • Physical recovery – caring for your body after birth

  • Wellbeing for parents – looking after yourself as you adjust

  • Planning for the postpartum – preparing for life with a newborn

  • Sleep (for everyone!) – what’s normal and how to cope

  • Practical parenting skills – hands-on tips for the early weeks

“First steps antenatal was great, full of fab practical advice and lots of opportunities for questions and discussions with Chelsea and Daisy. LGBT+ friendly too. 100% recommend!”

— Parent from our course

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our antenatal classes are for anyone who is pregnant or expecting a baby and wants to feel informed, confident, and supported as they prepare for birth and parenthood. With a focus on inclusivity, these are LGBTQIA+ friendly environments where every journey is valued, and there’s no “one right way” to build a whānau or be a parent.

    Whether it’s your first baby or you’ve done it before, these sessions provide evidence-based information and practical tools in a safe, non-judgemental space designed to support you and your whānau.

  • We recommend starting your antenatal classes from around 28 weeks onwards. This gives you plenty of time to learn, reflect, and put things into practice before baby arrives, without finishing so early that it all feels like a distant memory.

    However, you’re welcome to join any class that works best for you.

  • We like to keep the classes smaller so you have a better opportunity to get to know each other (as we know community is so important when having a baby). Our classes are generally around 10-12 couples.

  • Yes. We cover all types of birth so you feel prepared, whatever your journey looks like.

  • Of course! We encourage you to bring your partner or support person with you. They are included in the price of your classes. If you’re partner is unable to attend for a class then you’re welcome to bring another support person along with you.

  • We don’t want cost to be a barrier. Payment plans are available, and we also offer limited koha spots so everyone has the chance to join. it’s really important to us that everyone who wants to learn and connect has the chance to be here. Please just get in touch and we’ll work it out together.

  • Your payment is non-refundable unless there are extenuating circumstances (for example, if your baby arrives prematurely before the course begins). In these cases, a refund will be issued minus a $20 administration fee.

    Once the course has started, we’re unable to offer refunds. If you believe your situation qualifies as an extenuating circumstance, please email us to discuss a refund.

Upcoming Antenatal Classes

  • May 19 - June 16

    Best for those due to give birth July to September

    Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm
    All Saints Church
    Hataitai, Wellington


    FULLY BOOKED

  • June 30 - July 28

    Best for those due to give birth September to October

    Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm
    All Saints Church
    Hataitai, Wellington


    FULLY BOOKED

  • 5th & 12th July

    Best for those giving birth
    August - September

    Sunday’s 9.30am-2.30pm
    Vogelmorn Bowls Club
    Brooklyn, Wellington

    $280

    Book

  • August 11 - Sept 8

    Best for those due to give birth October to November

    Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm
    All Saints Church
    Hataitai, Wellington

    $280

    book

  • Sept 22 - October 20

    Best for those due to give birth November to December

    Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm
    All Saints Church
    Hataitai, Wellington

    $280

    book

Contact us

hello@first-steps.co.nz

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