Antenatal and postnatal classes and events in South Somerset – Empowering Your Pregnancy Journey

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

Our antenatal classes cover everything you need to know about pregnancy, labour, birth, and the early postnatal period. Topics include:
- Understanding your birth choices and rights
- Pain relief options (natural and medical)
- Partner support and advocacy
- What to expect during labour and birth
- Breastfeeding and infant feeding
- Postnatal recovery and mental health
- Newborn care essentials

Practical Skills & Confidence Building

Learn practical techniques for labour, pain management, partner support, and early parenting. You'll leave feeling prepared and confident.

Inclusive & Supportive Environment

We welcome all families—LGBTQIA+ parents, single parents, adoptive parents, and everyone in between.

Our classes are designed to be inclusive, non-judgmental spaces where you can ask any questions.

Flexible Learning Options

We offer both in-person and online antenatal classes to fit your schedule and comfort level across South Somerset.

Why Antenatal Education Matters
Research shows that parents who attend quality antenatal classes feel more confident, have better birth experiences, and adjust more smoothly to parenthood.

Our classes help you:
- Ask the right questions to your healthcare providers
- Understand your options at every stage
- Feel empowered to make decisions that are right for your family
- Build a support 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 classes, we offer friendly, supportive wellbeing events that help you stay active, feel connected, and boost both physical and emotional health during pregnancy and beyond.

Walk & Coffee meet-ups for Pregnancy & Postnatal Parents

Gentle, inclusive walks designed for all stages, whether you’re expecting or getting out and about with your little one. These walks support physical health, reduce stress, and help ease feelings of isolation, all while connecting you with other local parents.

Pregnancy Yoga & Postnatal Pilates

We partner with qualified, experienced instructors to provide yoga and Pilates sessions tailored to pregnancy and postnatal recovery. These sessions promote strength, flexibility, pelvic floor and core health, relaxation, and confidence, all while honouring your body’s changing needs.

Ready to feel confident and prepared for your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey? Join our welcoming community of South Somerset parents.

Contact us today to learn more about our upcoming antenatal and postnatal sessions in South Somerset or to book your place. We're here to support you every step of the way.