Refresher Antenatal Courses
Prepare for your birth & life with your newborn
Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum: A Unique Journey Every Time
Whether it's your first, second, third, or even tenth baby, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life are transformative milestones in your parenting journey. Each experience is unique—every pregnancy and birth brings new challenges, emotions, and opportunities for growth.
At Beyond the Bump, we passionately believe that every parent deserves to feel informed, empowered, and in control, no matter how many times they’ve been through it before. Our mission is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate pregnancy, birth, and life with a newborn in a way that’s right for you and your family.
Why Choose Beyond the Bump?
We offer supportive, modern, and non-judgmental courses so you can:
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Learn about your options for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.
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Understand how to navigate the maternity system confidently.
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Explore everything you need to know in a fun and approachable way.
We’re here to help you prepare for the next chapter with clarity and confidence, empowering you with renewed confidence and excitement. Our goal is to help you feel ready and equipped to welcome your new baby into the world.
Our Refresher Course Options:
We offer two convenient ways to refresh your knowledge and prepare for the journey ahead:
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Private 1-to-1 Sessions
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Delivered at our hub or in the comfort of your home.
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Tailored specifically to your needs and preferences.
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Self-Paced Online Refresher Antenatal Course
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Access the course anytime for up to 12 months.
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Learn at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into your busy life.
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Join us at Beyond the Bump and gain the confidence, knowledge, and support you deserve for this special chapter in your parenting journey.
​Luxury, modern, cosy, environment.
No cold, damp church halls here
We support you to process your previous births and move forward with confidence and excitement.
The course for everyone. Covering all scenarios.
Your baby, your choice.
Why book with us
You will leave feeling confident, supported, relaxed and excited to add to your growing family.
Supporting you to prepare your older child(ren) for welcoming their new sibling, making the transition easier.
Inclusive, non-judgemental courses tailored to your circumstances.
Refresher Antenatal Course Details
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At Beyond the Bump, our refresher antenatal courses are designed to meet the needs of parents welcoming another child. Choose from private sessions tailored to you or our self-paced online course that fits around your busy life. Both options offer a modern, evidence-based approach to antenatal and postnatal education that is inclusive, non-judgmental, and centered on you.
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We focus on what matters most—refreshing your knowledge in key areas, preparing you for changes in your growing family, and giving you the confidence to make informed decisions for this next chapter.
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What makes our course unique?
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Our sessions are engaging, interactive, and designed to suit different learning styles. They’re not about repeating what you already know but about helping you:
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Feel confident and empowered for your upcoming birth.
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Navigate changes in the maternity care system.
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Prepare for life with your growing family.
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Whether you choose a private session or the online course, you’ll stay involved every step of the way—and we promise to make the process fun and engaging!
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Private Sessions: Tailored Just for You
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Our private sessions are completely customized to cover the topics that matter most to you. Whether it’s revisiting a specific aspect of labour, exploring birth options, or preparing older children for their new sibling, we design the session around your needs.
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Online Refresher Course: Learn at Your Own Pace
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With 12 months of access, our self-paced online course lets you refresh your knowledge anytime, anywhere. It’s perfect for busy parents who need flexibility
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What Our Refresher Course Covers
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Your Body, Your Baby, Your Choice
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Revisiting your previous birth and understanding how this birth might differ.
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Exploring your options with confidence.
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Navigating the maternity care system and updates since your last birth.
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Reviewing birth options tailored to your individual circumstances.
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Refreshing Your Memory of Labour and Birth
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The stages of labour and how subsequent births may differ.
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Understanding different types of births, including VBACs and c-sections.
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Preparing for induction and ‘post-dates.’
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Pain relief options and effective coping strategies.
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Creating the perfect birthing environment—including involving older siblings if desired.
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Life with Your Growing Family
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Postpartum recovery with more than one child.
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Adjusting to the 4th trimester with siblings.
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Supporting your postnatal mental health.
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Feeding your baby while managing other children.
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A refresher on the early baby days, covering the details often forgotten.
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Introducing Siblings
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Preparing your older child(ren) for the new baby.
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Managing labour, birth, and childcare.
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Practical tips for a smoother family dynamic transition.
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Involving siblings in the journey and fostering strong bonds.
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