Comprehensive Antenatal Course Qualified & Practising Midwives 1-to-1 Support Video Call with a Qualified Midwife
The Expecting Antenatal Classes Online Course gives you and your birth partner access to our comprehensive antenatal curriculum all in the comfort of your own home. You won’t miss out on individualised care thanks to receiving a personal video call from an Expecting Midwife. You’ll also have access to ongoing support from your midwife via text and phone throughout your pregnancy.
The on-line course gives you 30 days access to stream and watch all four Expecting sessions at your own pace alongside additional Expecting resources available in the members area & other helpful documents. The course comes complete with a one-off, 1-to-1 (or 1-to-2) video call with a qualified midwife upon completing the course who will be able to answer any questions you may have (there are prompts to pause the videos, these provide great spaces to write down any questions ahead of your video call).
Online Course Reviews
Charlotte L.
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Being sceptical in the beginning about an online antenatal class we were totally delighted after just one video class already! There was so much useful advice and insights given by...read moreBeing sceptical in the beginning about an online antenatal class we were totally delighted after just one video class already! There was so much useful advice and insights given by Freya that we didn’t think about booking a weekend birth class anymore (which is the common way to do it here in Germany/Berlin)! The way she presented all the background information didn’t feel like an online video at all but very personal and fondly with the right amount of humour here and there. The classes calmed me down and left us as a couple relaxed, reassured and well prepared for the birth of our first child.
We would highly recommend her classes to anyone (even to non-natives). Just brilliant!read less
Nina T.
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I watched the online videos which were informative, succinct and massively useful in preparing for birth
Alia H.
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Freya is an excellent teacher, and as first-time parents, she guided us on all aspects of labour as well as handy "after" tips as well. Highly recommend her classes! She...read moreFreya is an excellent teacher, and as first-time parents, she guided us on all aspects of labour as well as handy "after" tips as well. Highly recommend her classes! She is passionate about her work, extremely knowledgeable and has great energy making it all seem far less daunting.read less
Lucy S.
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These classes are an absolute GAME CHANGER. So glad that I discovered them when I was pregnant with baby number two. Better than any pregnancy and birth book I’ve read....read moreThese classes are an absolute GAME CHANGER. So glad that I discovered them when I was pregnant with baby number two. Better than any pregnancy and birth book I’ve read.
Me and my husband found the videos invaluable and watched them several times. I can honestly say that they were a huge contributor to the birth of daughter being so great. So grateful I found this incredible resource and highly recommend it!!!!read less
Amanda A.
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My husband and I completed the online course and were so pleased by all we learned. Freya is very professional in her videos but also so light hearted and shares...read moreMy husband and I completed the online course and were so pleased by all we learned. Freya is very professional in her videos but also so light hearted and shares plenty of great stories. We also had access to a load of online resources which helped us along the way. It was great to be able to sit together and do the activities from home, discussing our thoughts along the way. Thanks Freya for preparing us so well!read less
Luke M.
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My wife and I took the four part online course. After my first week of fatherhood I'm extremely glad of the knowledge we picked up. We have drawn on so...read moreMy wife and I took the four part online course. After my first week of fatherhood I'm extremely glad of the knowledge we picked up. We have drawn on so much of what we learned from Freya... we are still learning as we go and perhaps that will never stop but this course achieved a lot in a short space of time. Would entirely recommend it.read less
Leila B.
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We've been doing the online antenatal classes in Australia as a refresher for our upcoming second child (5 year gap!) and they're fantastic. Would highly recommend this course to anyone-...read moreWe've been doing the online antenatal classes in Australia as a refresher for our upcoming second child (5 year gap!) and they're fantastic. Would highly recommend this course to anyone- especially those who want to do it from the comfort of their own home with no need to arrange babysitters. Freya is fabulous- thank you! 🙂read less
Dieks A.
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My wife and I did the online classes. The information was clear and comprehensive. I felt equipped and looked forward to having our baby. I remember using some of the...read moreMy wife and I did the online classes. The information was clear and comprehensive. I felt equipped and looked forward to having our baby. I remember using some of the stuff I learnt when my wife was in labour and I believe it really came in handyread less
When to buy
It’s best to buy access to the on-line course between week 30-38 of your pregnancy. This is to ensure that you have already had time to feel comfortable with the fact that you are carrying your baby and best ready to begin to think about the arrival of your baby. This time frame also means that all the info (and questions answered in your video call) will be fresh when it is most needed. You can of course choose to access the course at any other time convenient to you.
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After completing your purchase & making payment you will be able to access your videos and downloadable content through the ‘my account’ tab. Use your email address and chosen password to log in. We’ll also send you a confirmation/link email that will take you directly to your account – please make sure this doesn’t slip into your junk folder without noticing! Within a few days an Expecting midwife will be in touch to arrange your video-call.
My husband and I would highly recommend Freya and her antenatal classes! We attended two sessions over a weekend, and...read moreMy husband and I would highly recommend Freya and her antenatal classes! We attended two sessions over a weekend, and found them to be informative, friendly and honest, with really useful information about all aspects of giving birth (for both mums and dad's). One of the best aspects has been the postnatal support, through a WhatsApp group Freya set up with all the other mums in our class. The advice and support has been invaluable, and hearing about other mum's similar experiences with their babies really helped me cope with being a new mum.read less
Laura N.
09/11/19
I honestly can’t recommend these classes enough! My husband and I definitely had our heads in the sand until we...read moreI honestly can’t recommend these classes enough! My husband and I definitely had our heads in the sand until we came to these and as we walked out he said to me “oh wow we are having a baby” (better late than never) Freya provides fantastic realistic advice on every aspect of birth and baby and sets you up with a group of friends as well! Loved our reunion and hope I’ve now made friends for life all thanks to these classes! Love Keri, Matt and April xxread less
Keri E.
08/11/19
We booked on to Freya's course after hearing glowing recommendations from a friend who, having attended the course before the...read moreWe booked on to Freya's course after hearing glowing recommendations from a friend who, having attended the course before the arrival of both his children, reassured us the sessions were informative and in-depth whilst also being "Dad friendly". A few months down the line and we couldn't agree with him more, we will certainly be recommending the course to friends and family in the hope they benefit from it as we have. Freya's course has been invaluable during labour and the first few months of parenthood. Our little boy is 8 weeks old and we have found ourselves referring back to the course content almost daily since he arrived! The Expecting course has given us the confidence and knowledge we lacked in a fun and a relaxed setting, plus there's lots of opportunities to get to know the other parents to be over a cup of tea and some sugary snacks! Thanks again to Freya for being a great support, and we hope to stay in touch!read less
Sarah H.
07/11/19
Recommended by a friend, we were nervous at first but the classes were great and just what we needed. We...read moreRecommended by a friend, we were nervous at first but the classes were great and just what we needed. We felt prepared for the birth and no question was to much for Freya. I was even lucky enough to have Freya as my midwife after birth. This was pure chance but goes to show this is a class ran by real midwives. These sessions will give you honesty, support and a mummy/daddy/midwife network in those weeks when you need them. No pretend panting on the floor just a good chat with nice people. Thank you so much Amy, Ste & Elliot xread less
Amy D.
07/11/19
My husband and I would highly recommend Freya’s class. We attended a weekend course and found it informative, friendly and...read moreMy husband and I would highly recommend Freya’s class. We attended a weekend course and found it informative, friendly and really useful in answering any questions we had. I found the online materials were great in refreshing my memory in the weeks before birth, and the hospital bag checklist was brilliant! We especially enjoyed meeting up with the group and our babies for the reunion last weekend. We have already recommended Freya to our best friends who are expecting their baby in January. Thank you Freya! Xread less
Katie L.
07/11/19
I’m writing this review as a Mum of a ten week old, and even now if I needed to, I...read moreI’m writing this review as a Mum of a ten week old, and even now if I needed to, I feel I’m able to get in touch with Freya for advice and guidance. Freya we’ve found you to be wonderfully relaxed and non-judgemental in approach, so thank you very much. Thanks for giving us a glimpse into the reality of becoming a parent and preparing us for the rest of our lives... Oh God. Charlie, Joe & Bonnie xxxread less
Charlie R.
07/11/19
We can’t thank Freya enough! The most amazing support when we needed it with any question big or small! It’s...read moreWe can’t thank Freya enough! The most amazing support when we needed it with any question big or small! It’s been great to have her to turn to knowing she has first hand experience! Would highly recommend Freya’s classes! JJ, Ben & Logan xxxread less
Ben S.
07/11/19
Really enjoyed these classes and me and my partner learnt a lot it really helped us when the time came...read moreReally enjoyed these classes and me and my partner learnt a lot it really helped us when the time came to give birth. My midwife Sarah ran the classes she is brilliant so friendly and helpful in and out of the classes.read less
Rachael B.
28/09/19
My husband and I have just finished the classes with Gemma at Trentham.
We were really impressed with the information...read moreMy husband and I have just finished the classes with Gemma at Trentham.
We were really impressed with the information provided. Gemma added lots of additional information and advice and the classes were the right size to over feeling overwhelming.
We both feel prepared and much more confident about labour and the early weeks.
The online downloadable guides are great to print out and keep handy.
If you’re wondering whether to book, we say definitely do! The classes surpassed our expectations and we honestly learnt so much!
The classes are absolutely fantastic and worth every penny. You will finish the course like we did not wanting it...read moreThe classes are absolutely fantastic and worth every penny. You will finish the course like we did not wanting it to end. The 4-part video presentation by Freya was very enjoyable and of course highly informative. Our tutor, Gemma, was amazing and extremely supportive answering all of our questions. The added benefit of the course was the WhatsApp group to keep in touch and for product recommendations/information.
You can get inundated by opinions of what you should and shouldn’t do in pregnancy and beyond but these classes allow you to sit back, relax and make your own judgements as a couple. You can walk away with invaluable knowledge and decide what you both think is best for your family. This, for us, has been the highlight. Highly recommended.read less
Dave J.
22/09/19
Being sceptical in the beginning about an online antenatal class we were totally delighted after just one video class already!...read moreBeing sceptical in the beginning about an online antenatal class we were totally delighted after just one video class already! There was so much useful advice and insights given by Freya that we didn’t think about booking a weekend birth class anymore (which is the common way to do it here in Germany/Berlin)! The way she presented all the background information didn’t feel like an online video at all but very personal and fondly with the right amount of humour here and there. The classes calmed me down and left us as a couple relaxed, reassured and well prepared for the birth of our first child.
We would highly recommend her classes to anyone (even to non-natives). Just brilliant!read less
Charlotte L.
13/09/19
The classes were really useful and informative. Gemma was a brilliant teacher very friendly and knowledgeable and was able to...read moreThe classes were really useful and informative. Gemma was a brilliant teacher very friendly and knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions or concerns any of the group had.read less
Liam G.
04/09/19
Classes at Trentham with Gemma. We weren't sure what the classes would be like but enjoyed every session! Information provided...read moreClasses at Trentham with Gemma. We weren't sure what the classes would be like but enjoyed every session! Information provided was perfect and such a lovely and welcoming set up. No questions felt too silly to ask!read less
Ceri M.
31/08/19
We would highly recommend these classes. We were first time parents and learned so much. Some excellent tips which helped...read moreWe would highly recommend these classes. We were first time parents and learned so much. Some excellent tips which helped before during and after the birth. We would like to thank Gemma who was great nothing was too much trouble!!!read less
Olly O.
19/07/19
Absolutely fantastic course that really is a must for expectant parents. The classes are divided into easy to follow sections...read moreAbsolutely fantastic course that really is a must for expectant parents. The classes are divided into easy to follow sections each week and the content is clear and concise.
Nothing was too much trouble for Gemma who personalised the core content to suit the individuals and provided additional visual aids. Highly recommended!read less
Jody N.
19/07/19
We recently attended the Trentham Expecting classes after lots of recommendations from friends and were not disappointed! Gemma is very...read moreWe recently attended the Trentham Expecting classes after lots of recommendations from friends and were not disappointed! Gemma is very knowledgeable, friendly and approachable! We would highly recommend these informative classes to others!read less
Emily L.
19/07/19
Me and my wife attended Freya’s classes early this year. I was a bit apprehensive about going at first but...read moreMe and my wife attended Freya’s classes early this year. I was a bit apprehensive about going at first but I walked away from the first session looking forward to the next one.
I found the whole experience very informative and it prepared me more than I could have ever imagined.
The classes were very relaxed and actually quite fun with an added bonus of some delicious sweet treats and snacks 😁
It’s also a great way to get to know people going through the same thing and pick up tips and tricks on how to deal with pregnancy.
All in all I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anybody.
Thank you once again Freya for making our birth experience so great.read less
William L.
29/06/19
We were recommended these classes by family. They were absolutely brilliant. The information provided was so relevant and helpful. Freya...read moreWe were recommended these classes by family. They were absolutely brilliant. The information provided was so relevant and helpful. Freya is lovely and has a wealth of knowledge and experience.read less
Sophie D.
25/06/19
Freya’s classes were informative, interactive and fun. My birthing experience was positive due to the preparation and knowledge gained in...read moreFreya’s classes were informative, interactive and fun. My birthing experience was positive due to the preparation and knowledge gained in expecting. Thank you Freya.read less
Fay H.
25/06/19
A wonderful antenal class, me and my husband really felt that the classes helped us prepare for birth and for...read moreA wonderful antenal class, me and my husband really felt that the classes helped us prepare for birth and for those first few days with our baby. We picked up lots of genuinely useful tips. The other couples in the group are lovely and it's great to now keep in touch with them all. Sarah knows her stuff and is very supportive. We would highly recommend this class to anyone expecting.read less
