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NCT coming to The BECC!

Expecting a baby is an exciting time, but can be confusing with all the information that is available. Being able to talk through your concerns with other prospective parents and ask questions really does help. Finding out what is likely to happen during the birth and in the weeks afterwards will help your confidence and assist you in making decisions that are right for you. The antenatal classes run by the NCT are designed with all of these things in mind. NCT courses are open to all parents and parents-to-be. This includes couples, young parents, women without a partner, same-sex couples and surrogacy couples. Women who are not attending with a partner are very welcome to bring someone else along to classes, such as a birth partner, friend or family member. Classes are kept intentionally small to allow group discussion. A typical NCT antenatal course consists of several hours of course time antenatally plus a postnatal reunion. They are designed for those expecting their first child – “Refresher” courses are available for those who have been through a birth before. Aspects of pregnancy, labour, birth and early parenting are covered but each course is flexible and tailored to the group’s individual needs. We also offer “Early Days” postnatal courses, Baby-Led Weaning Classes and “Early Bird” early pregnancy classes.

The NCT is the UK’s leading charity on pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. We work to fulfill our mission and vision of enabling all parents in the UK to have an enriching experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. The NCT runs courses for parents, both before and after birth. The classes are run by our Specialist Workers - these are Antenatal Teachers, Breastfeeding Counsellors and Postnatal Leaders. They all undergo a very thorough training programme with the NCT, must keep up to date with the latest developments in maternity care and have to register with the Charity every year. Their role is to offer support, information, practical skills and resources to help parents make informed choices for themselves and their babies. The NCT’s parent-centered approach is particularly helpful in engaging hard-to-reach groups. As a registered UK charity, we charge for our courses to cover the running expenses, including training for our specialist workers to support the wider work of the NCT. We offer discounted prices to parents on low income or benefits and everyone is entitled to pay in instalments.

Course Dates:

All course run from 6pm – 9pm

Course 1 Monday 3rd August Thursday 6th August Monday 10th August Thursday 13th August Monday 17th August

Course 2 Monday 28th September Thursday 1st October Monday 5th October Thursday 8th October Monday 12th October

Course 3 Thursday 26th November Monday 30th November Thursday 3rd December Monday 7th December Thursday 10th December

Visit our website at www.nct.org.uk

£190 for every mother

There is a new Health in Pregnancy Grant available to mothers whose EDD is on or after 6 April 2009.  It is £190 to spend as they wish.  Here is the link to the HMRC site explaining the grant:
www.hmrc.gov.uk/hipg/what-is-it.htm

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