Prenatal Classes

Virtual Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

In this free 1.5-hour live class, learn how to get breastfeeding off to a good start, find breastfeeding supports and get your questions answered by a public health nurse. Open to pregnant parents and their partner/support person. This class is ideally taken after 28 weeks of pregnancy and before the baby is born.

These classes are offered once a month. Pick the date that works best for you!

Sign up for Prenatal Breastfeeding Class (external link)  

Online Prenatal Classes

Engaging and interactive online prenatal classes are free and available to all residents of Halton. Learn about pregnancy, natural childbirth techniques, labour and birth, breastfeeding, newborn care, Canadian Nutrition Guidelines, and Halton resources/supports. You can learn at your own pace. These classes are made for you; whether you are having your first baby or expecting another child, whether you are a parent-to-be or a support person.

• Five self-directed online classes include:
  • Understanding pregnancy
    Learn about pregnancy, watch 3D animated videos of how your baby is developing, and learn how to minimize discomforts you may experience.
  • Understanding natural childbirth techniques
    Learn about how to make informed decisions, how to prepare for a birth that has the least amount of medical intervention possible, and how to build your sense of confidence as you embark on your unique pregnancy and birth.
  • Understanding birth
    Get a sense of what labour is really like as you watch several birth stories and create your own birth plan.
  • Understanding breastfeeding
    Learn about breastfeeding through videos including the importance of breastfeeding and how to set yourself up for success and manage common problems.
  • Understanding your newborn
    Learn how to care for your newborn, how to read your baby’s cues and why bonding is so important for brain development.
• Easily accessible from your computer, phone or tablet.
• Available in multiple languages.
• Includes videos, quizzes and additional resources, with accessibility features like audio voiceover, closed captioning, seizure-safe options and ADHD-friendly profiles. 
• Watch our short Online Prenatal Classes video (Vimeo video link) to learn more about the classes.

Sign up for Online Prenatal Classes (external link)  

Important: The information provided in this program is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you are experiencing any pain, bleeding, or feel that something is wrong, call your health care provider immediately, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911 for help.