Thrive Antenatal Education Sessions 2026

Want to feel more prepared for what is to come?

Session One : The Fourth Trimester - Antenatal Breastfeeding, Sleep and Settling Education

Many parents tell us they wish they had learned more about breastfeeding, sleep, and settling before their baby arrived.

Session One is led by our experienced GP Lactation Consultants, Colleen van Laar and Lisa Collins from Newcastle Mums and Bubs. Together, they will guide you through getting off to a confident start with breastfeeding, understanding newborn sleep and crying, and building practical coping strategies for those early weeks.

Session Two: Wellbeing in Pregnancy, Preparing for the Postnatal Period and Comfort Measures for Labour and Birth

Crossing the bridge into parenthood can be a challenging time for many families. Taking the opportunity to plan and prepare during pregnancy can make this transition smoother and more positive after birth.

Labour and birth can feel daunting, but developing a toolkit of practical comfort measures and coping strategies can help you approach the experience with confidence and calm.

Session Two is facilitated by Pip Johnson from Butterfly Women’s Psychology and Kate Drew from Collective Wisdom. Pip is an experienced psychologist and childbirth educator, while Kate brings a wealth of experience as a midwife, childbirth educator and child and family health nurse.

Book your 2026 Thrive Antenatal Education Sessions now!
7.00 - 9.00pm

At the Suite 2, 710 Hunter St
Newcastle West, 2302 
Located in the Hunter Blood Group building

DATES 2026

5th February • 12th February

19th March • 26th March

7th May • 14th May

18th June • 25th June

30th July • 6th August

17th September • 24th September

29th October • 5th November

3rd December • 10th December