Antenatal & Postnatal Classes in South Somerset

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Evidence-based antenatal education, postnatal support, and parent wellbeing events for families in Somerset.

Are you looking for antenatal and postnatal classes in South Somerset that go beyond the basics? At South West Pre and Postnatal Education, we empower expectant parents across Somerset to make informed decisions about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence. Our classes give you the knowledge and confidence to navigate your unique journey, and our postnatal classes and events are designed to provide a supportive community of other parents, helping you to build your village.

Prepare for Birth and Parenting with Confidence


Our classes, run by a FEDANT-registered antenatal and postnatal educator, provides comprehensive, evidence-based support for families throughout South Somerset, including Castle Cary, Bruton, Sparkford, Sherborne, Yeovil and surrounding areas. Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, our classes give you the knowledge and confidence to navigate your unique journey. Every class is grounded in current research and best practices, and delivered by an educator who is passionate in empowering parents.

Evidence-Based Classes for New and Expecting Parents in South Somerset

Our antenatal classes in South Somerset provide comprehensive, evidence-based education to support you through pregnancy, birth, and the early postnatal period. Designed for first-time parents and growing families alike, our classes help you feel informed, prepared, and confident at every stage. Our antenatal classes focus on practical, hands-on skills for labour, pain management, partner support, and early parenting. You’ll leave feeling prepared, reassured, and confident to approach birth and early parenthood with clarity and calm.

What Our Antenatal Classes Cover

Our small-group antenatal courses cover essential topics, including:

  • Understanding your birth choices and birth rights, so you feel confident advocating for yourself

  • Pain relief options during labour (natural and medical), helping to reduce fear of the unknown

  • Partner support, advocacy, and birth preparation, strengthening communication and emotional support

  • What to expect during labour and birth, to ease anxiety and build trust in your body

  • Breastfeeding and infant feeding support, delivered with compassion and flexibility

  • Postnatal recovery and mental health, including emotional changes, wellbeing, and knowing when to seek support

  • Newborn care essentials and early parenting skills, helping you feel calm, capable, and supported

All sessions are led by a FEDANT-registered antenatal and postnatal educator and are grounded in current research, best practice, and a deep understanding of both the practical and emotional journey into parenthood.

Inclusive & Supportive Antenatal Classes

We welcome all families, including LGBTQIA+ parents, single parents, adoptive parents, and anyone building their family in their own way.

Our antenatal and postnatal classes are inclusive, non-judgemental spaces where you can ask questions, share experiences, and feel supported at every stage.

Flexible Antenatal Classes in South Somerset

We offer both in-person and online antenatal classes in South Somerset, giving you flexible learning options to suit your schedule, comfort level, and location.

Why Antenatal Education Matters

Research shows that parents who attend high-quality antenatal classes feel more confident, have more positive birth experiences, and adjust more smoothly to early parenthood.

Our antenatal education helps you to:

  • Ask informed questions and communicate confidently with your healthcare providers

  • Understand your options at every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum

  • Make empowered decisions that are right for your family

  • Build a supportive network with other local parents

  • Prepare your partner to be an effective advocate and support person

Join Our Supportive South Somerset Parent Community

Alongside our antenatal and postnatal classes, we offer welcoming wellbeing events designed to help you stay active, feel connected, and support both physical and emotional wellbeing during pregnancy and beyond.

Walk & Coffee Meet-Ups for Pregnancy & Postnatal Parents

Gentle, inclusive walks suitable for all stages whether you’re pregnant or heading out with your baby. These meet-ups support physical health, reduce stress, and help ease isolation while connecting you with other parents in South Somerset.

Pregnancy Yoga & Postnatal Pilates

We work with experienced, qualified instructors to offer pregnancy yoga and postnatal Pilates sessions that support strength, flexibility, pelvic floor and core health, relaxation, and confidence — all while respecting your body’s changing needs.

Ready to book your antenatal or postnatal class in South Somerset? Contact us today
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