FOURTH TRIMESTER CLASS
Prepare for the reality of the fourth trimester - with realistic expectations of your newborn and confidence for your feeding journey, whatever path it takes.
Preparing for birth is important – but preparing for your new life with a baby is just as crucial. The first weeks after birth (known as the “fourth trimester”) can be beautiful, but they can also bring uncertainty, exhaustion, and change.
This class is designed to help you navigate that time with realistic expectations, evidence-based knowledge, and practical skills to set you - and your baby - up for a positive start, ahead of time.
At Birth & Beyond Education, we believe feeding deserves a class of its own. That’s why we’ve separated our birth preparation and feeding classes, giving you the dedicated time and in-depth education you need. We cover breastfeeding, formula feeding, and mixed feeding options, so you can make informed choices that work for your body, your baby, and your new family life.
This class is facilitated by Kristin, a highly experienced Registered Midwife who currently works on the postnatal ward at The Mater Hospital. She brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge, a warm, supportive approach, a non judgmental outlook and a deep passion for helping new parents feel confident as they transition from pregnancy to parenthood.
We recommend attending this class after your birth preparation class, ideally from 30 weeks of pregnancy – and definitely before your little one makes their big debut!
Your investment covers two people – you and your support partner attend together. Because birth is a team experience, your partner is always included.
What You’ll Learn
This interactive and practical session covers:
- Using your hormones for successful breastfeeding – understanding the natural changes that support milk production
- The Golden Hour & first moments with your newborn – making the most of those first few hours after birth for bonding and feeding
- Skin-to-skin contact – why it’s powerful and how we facilitate it
- Your first breastfeed – how to get started and find a comfortable latch
- Feeding options – breastfeeding, hand expressing, cup feeding, supply lines, and formula feeding
- Expressing & milk storage – how to safely express and store breastmilk
- Realistic newborn expectations – what’s normal in nappies, feeding, sleeping, and behaviour
- Newborn care basics – practical support with nappy changing, settling, and swaddling techniques
- Access to real midwives who welcome your questions
- Creating your support network – who to reach out to and where to find help
- Caring for yourself & each other – pregnancy and birth recovery, teamwork, and emotional wellbeing in the postnatal period
- Preparing your home for baby – simple steps to make those early days smoother
Kristin will also share practical tips for navigating challenges and adjusting to your “new normal,” so you can approach early parenthood with clarity and confidence.
With our Positive Birth/Caesarean Birth class, complemented by our Fourth Trimester class, we’ve got you covered in the best way possible – providing digestible, evidence-based information and support from practising midwives. While we don’t currently offer CPR courses, we can provide some excellent recommendations, so just get in touch for more details
Class Details
Northern Beaches location
Manly Beach Babies, 22 Darley Road, Manly, 2095
North Shore location
North Shore Private Hospital, 3 Westbourne Street, St Leonards, 2065
Investment
$250
(or book as part of a bundle and SAVE $50)
Ongoing Support
Looking for a little more one-on-one support? Lucy, our founder runs a Midwifery Antenatal & Postnatal Clinic at North Shore Private Hospital, offering an extra layer of continuity and personalised care throughout your pregnancy and after birth.
Read more about Lucy’s clinic and appointment options (here)
TESTIMONIALS
What Past Participants Say
Ready to Feel More Prepared for Life With Your Baby?
Let’s make your fourth trimester feel a little less overwhelming- and a lot more supported.
