Childbirth Educator & Pre/Post Natal Services at Family Medical Practice HCMC

Karen Spencer-Harty, Midwife from England is putting in place a number of new, previously unavailable in HCMC services for those expecting babies and for the new mums in the town.

 Birth Education Classes Spread over 5 sessions lasting 2 ½ hours each this will cover everything from labour and birth, pain relieving options, complications, baby care and breastfeeding. Advanced preparation will increase your confidence in being able to help yourself. This will enable you to take care of your needs and assist in the decision process.     

Express Birth Education Course/Saturday class 2x 3 Hours For those with busy schedules and work commitments, we also offer Saturday classes.  They cover the same traditional topics as the Ante natal Classes but compact the 5-week timescale of the larger classes into two 3 hour Saturday sessions.      

Refresher Course for Second Time Parents/2x 2 Hours These courses are tailored for second-time parents who want to brush up on their knowledge, share their experiences and learn from others with the aim of enjoying an even better second-time experience.  These smaller, informal group sessions, are extremely helpful and straight to the point.     

Single Antenatal Consultation 1 hour consult with one of our midwives, in the comfort of your home, time to ask questions and receive information, for example if you have not attended birth education classes.     

Post-natal Home Visit When discharged from hospital, many parents feel that they need support. There is something very special and exciting about being alone for the first time with your new baby, but it’s only natural to feel a bit anxious too. In the comfort of your home our Midwife can assist you to adjust to the new situation, ensure that breastfeeding is well established and answer any questions you may have.       

Infant Massage Course With the gentle and loving touch that is Infant massage, you will find deeper bonding and communication between you and your baby. Massage promotes your baby's development and helps to reduce the production of stress hormones. Other benefits of infant massage include the release of painful gas in baby's digestive system, relief from colic, can improve sleep patterns and help with development stages such as teething, constipation, weaning.Taught by a qualified instructor Group Classes (5 families maximum) Lasts 45 -60 mins. Private class with venue of your choice Lasts 45- 60 mins     

Saigon International Mother Baby Association ( SIMBA). SIMBA is a mother led volunteer organisation that provides information, support and companionship for pregnant women and mothers of small babies until six months of age.