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Antenatal education to empower and inspire.

Courses can be delivered as a group or on a one-to-one basis to suit your circumstances - all are run by a qualified midwife. CLASSES RUN ONLINE AND FACE-TO-FACE
A global pandemic shouldn’t mean you miss out on attending antenatal classes, with all the invaluable information they provide and their opportunities to make supportive new friends. Our sessions are run online by a midwife with years of experience in running antenatal groups and, when covid-19 restrictions are lifted, in the more traditional manner of face to face groups. INFORMATION TO EMPOWER YOU
Topics covered in the course include how best to prepare both yourself and your home for your new arrival, what to expect in the early stages of labour and how to manage when things get going... or don't go as you had hoped or planned, life in the first few days and weeks – feeding your baby, self care, babywearing benefits... and lots more besides! PERSONALISED OPTIONS AVAILABLE
If you have a unique set of circumstances or would simply prefer to receive the information on a 1-2-1 basis then that option is something we are proud to be able to provide. After a free, initial consultation to discuss the topics you would like covered, a course will be put together that ensures all YOUR information needs are met.

16/07/2022

Sunshine on a beautiful bunch of thanksgiving flowers from some lovely Bean to Baby clients.

06/03/2022

TODAY: Sunday 6th Chippenham Neeld Hall, 10am - 2pm.
Come see us and enter our competition to win a FREE Bean to Baby Antenatal Course!

01/03/2022

Head on down to Chippenham (Wiltshire) between 10am - 2pm this Sunday (6th March) for access to lots of different stalls, such as sling libraries, antenatal and postnatal exercise groups and things to do with your baby.

There will also be some free to attend taster sessions, including Baby Yoga, Sing & Sign and Angie giving a talk about your birth place options.

Plus the first 100 people through the door get a fantastic goody bag!

And we’ll be there too, of course, ready to answer any questions you might have about Bean to Baby courses.

See you there!

02/01/2022

Happy New Year!

It’s been a while since a new Bean to Baby post… it turned out returning to work and juggling the “new normal” whilst also trying to run a newly set up business was just a bit too much to take on. Taking a step back from this was very much needed!

But it’s a new year, the normal is not so “new” any more and fresh interest in what we have to offer has been piqued, so now’s the time to sow the beans and nurture some growth.

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2022… and if you’re expecting a lovely little Bean of your own this year then have a look at the website (link in bio) for more details on what Bean to Baby can offer you. 💚

18/05/2021

Babywearing

👶 Keeping Baby close calms and relaxes them, resulting in up to 40% less crying

💜 Keeping baby close enough to smell and kiss increases your oxytocin release, making you feel happier and therefore more confident in your parenting abilities

🙌 If your little one would rather be cuddled all the time than put down, wearing them around the house gives you back the use of both you more independence

We cover more about the benefits of babywearing and how to access more information in our course - see our website (link in bio) for more details and to book.

09/05/2021

Don’t forget YOU 💜

It’s the end of so time for a post with a few ideas of how to make sure you don’t slip through the gaps that can open up, chasm like, in your time & energy after having a baby...

👶 Keeping baby close in a sling or carrier means you can get on with your day with a bit more freedom, whilst Baby stays calmer and happier... they will even cry less! You can get 1:1 appointments in person and online for more information and advice on the best sling for you at your local sling library, which you can find on the website.

🤝 Don’t be afraid to reach out for help if you’re struggling. This past year has been one helluva challenge for everyone, but no more so than for parents. If you’re struggling by then there’s no shame is asking for support or even just a listening ear. And don’t forget: If you or your partner are finding life difficult then your health visitor and GP are there to help!

🛀 It’s completely fine - essential even - for you to put yourself first every now and again. The adage that “you can’t pour from an empty bucket” might be over used but that’s probably because it’s very true! Whether your relaxation is a good book, a soak in the tub, a long walk or a chat with your bestie, you ARE allowed to indulge... and you’ve definitely earned it!

❤️ Enjoy all the snuggles. Research shows that the longer you hug someone, the more oxytocin you release. This stabilises your autonomic systems (temperature, heart rate, breathing rate), calms you and even helps Baby’s brain to grow. There’s no downside, so snuggle them close to your hearts content (they won’t let you do it forever)!

Take care of yourselves, parents. You’re smashing it. 💪

05/05/2021

Maternity units across the country are run by hardworking midwives fuelled by endless cups of caffeine and biscuits! ☕️🍪

Happy International Day of the Midwife to all my lovely colleagues - you’re all awesome.

30/04/2021

☕️ ☕️ ☕️

After a disrupted night’s sleep (and throughout the rest of the day!) it’s tempting to reach for the caffeine for a quick boost, but if little one is having your breastmilk then it’s worth bearing in mind that Baby gets almost twice as much caffeine into their system than yours...

☕️ The half-life - that is, how long it takes for a substance to decrease by half - of caffeine in newborns is up to 4 DAYS!
This decreases to a few hours by the time your baby is 6 months old.

☕️ If your baby is struggling to settle for naps or at night then adjusting your caffeine intake (or cutting it out altogether) is worth a try... and if you end up with a withdrawal headache then the chances are you were consuming a tad too much anyway!

☕️ Remember: caffeine is also found in dark chocolate, green tea, energy drinks, some painkillers and cold remedies.

28/04/2021

YES!

👩‍💻 Bean to Baby sessions are held via Microsoft Teams - you’re given a log in for the duration of your course with all the instructions you need to get set up

👩‍💻 Learn about how to prepare for birth, various coping mechanisms for the day itself, postnatal recovery and general baby care all from the comfort of your own sofa

👩‍💻 Timings of your course can be arranged to suit you and your calendar

See the website (link in bio) for more information and to book, or DM me to discuss and book specific dates.

27/04/2021

Birthing playlist

🎵 Music makes a massive difference to the way we feel and the ambience of a room

🎵 You can use headphones or speakers, just don’t forget to pack them!

🎵 Sort your birthing playlist ahead of time - you’ll want music that makes you feel good, happy, relaxed and calm.

🎵 Any genre goes - it’s YOUR playlist, after all!

For more top tips on birth preparation, bag yourself a space on one of our courses - see the website for details on how to book (link in bio) or drop me a DM.

22/04/2021

These lovely testimonials are so heartwarming to read... 🥰

If you’d like more information about Bean to Baby antenatal classes then DM me or take a look at the website - link in bio!

21/04/2021

Hypnobirthing:

😌 A learned way of maintaining a sense of calm and control in any given situation

😌 Directly helps with oxytocin release (the hormone you want to be releasing by the bucketload to get those contractions doing their thang)

😌 A useful tool for when your toddler might be having a tantrum in Tesco in a couple of year’s time!

Antenatal classes:
👩‍⚕️ Cover a range of topics, including

🗒 preparation for birth

💜your pain relief choices

🧍‍♀️how your birthing partner can help you through the day...and the weeks to come

👩‍🦰postnatal recovery

👶parenting basics

Hypnobirthing and antenatal classes work very well together and can compliment each other really well.

DM me for more information on what Bean to Baby can offer you, or go to our website for more info (link in bio).

20/04/2021

Make that tube of ni**le cream earn it’s keep!

🍉 Start using it from day 1, even if you’re not feeling any tenderness. Giving your ni**les some TLC in the early days will be well worth it in the long run!

🍉 Ni**le cream is not only good for your tender nips, but also for baby’s sore bottom and your dry knuckles - all that nappy changing can effect both of you!

🍉 If you’re using a lanolin based cream, warm the tube between your hands (or b***s!), or under your leg whilst feeding/pumping. This will help slacken it a bit and make it easier to apply.

🍉 If you’re using an oil based cream then don’t use as much as you think - a little goes a long way and you can always apply more!

Sign up for one of our antenatal courses to learn more top tips on how to look after yourself after baby has arrived. Link to the website - for more info & to book - is in our bio.

19/04/2021

The power of a good session 💪

Did you know, attending antenatal classes has been shown to:

✂️ Reduce the chances of needing an instrumental birth (Gluck er al, 2018)

🤱 Increase your chances of successful breastfeeding (McFadden et al, 2017)

❤️ Positively impact an expectant couple’s relationship (Bäckström et al, 2017)
..so what are you waiting for?? 😉 Book your place on one of our courses now! (See our website for further details - link in bio.)

16/04/2021

Sunshine, fresh air, the feel of soil between your fingers & the taste of grass on your tongue (🙈)...

How did your Friday turn out?

15/04/2021

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Find out what the fuss is all about for yourself - book your space on one of our antenatal courses now! (Website link in bio)

14/04/2021

Wonder Wednesday!

👀 This is a mind blowing fact!

✂️ Up to 30% of your baby’s circulating blood volume is in the cord & placenta at the moment of birth.

✂️ If you allow the blood to drain back to baby before the cord is cut then they’ll receive as much oxygen, nutrients, minerals, stem cells and iron as possible to give them the best start in life.

For more amazing snippets of information about the wonders of your body and your baby, book yourself a space on one of our upcoming antenatal class courses (via the website - link in bio).

13/04/2021

Don’t wipe off the baby frosting!

🧁 Whilst they’re in utero babies are covered in a thick greasy substance called vernix. This forms a protective barrier over their skin so they’re not too prune like when they land earthside - think of how wrinkly you are after a soak in the tub, let alone 9 months in a bath of warm water!

🧁 The longer your little cupcake is baked before they’re born, the less frosting they’ll have about their person. Don’t worry! This just means they’ve soaked it all back into their super soft skin.

🧁 If your baby does have a lot of vernix about them when they’re born, don’t wipe it off - it’s the world’s best natural moisturiser! Let it soak into all the nooks & crannies to help your baby’s sensitive skin adapt to all the chafing and rubbing that happens on a daily basis (clothes! nappies! towels!).

Sign up for your space on one of our antenatal courses (via our website - link in bio) for more top tips on what to expect and how to look after your little one before their arrival.

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