Wild Hare Antenatal: First‑Time Parents
Calm, spacious antenatal classes in Holmfirth — small groups, steady support, and 16 years of grounded local experience.
Becoming a parent for the first time is a profound transition. You deserve antenatal preparation that feels human, steady, and genuinely supportive — not rushed, generic, or overwhelming.
Wild Hare Antenatal offers a gentle, evidence‑informed programme designed to help you feel confident, connected, and ready for birth and early parenthood.
A warm, supportive 6‑week course designed to help you feel informed, confident and grounded as you prepare for birth and early parenthood. Each group is small, friendly and inclusive, with space for real questions and honest conversation.
What’s included:
20‑minute pre‑course call to get to know you and what matters most
6 × 2.5‑hour sessions covering labour, induction, when things get complicated, partner roles, comfort measures, decision‑making, the fourth trimester and early baby care
Optional 1:1 session for personalised support
Post‑birth reunion to reconnect and share your stories
You’ll leave with practical skills, evidence‑based knowledge and a sense of community — all held in a calm, welcoming space. Early Bird pricing is available for some upcoming courses; dates and availability are listed below.
Antenatal Course (6‑Week Programme)
Pricing
£200 per couple £185 early bird
£45 deposit
One concession place per cohort
Concession place
A reduced‑cost place for a parent or couple who would find the full fee difficult to manage. Concession places are offered with no questions asked, no proof required, and complete confidentiality.
Upcoming Course Dates — 2026
All courses based in central Holmfirth, 7–9.30pm. Choose the cohort that matches your due‑date window.
Spring 2026
Monday Cohort
13th April to 1st June
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: late June to late July
Early bird until 2nd March
Early Summer 2026
Monday Cohort
8th June to 13th July
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: August to early September
Early bird until 20th April
Early Autumn 2026
Monday Cohort
7th September to 12th October
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: mid‑October to mid‑November
Early bird until 27th July
Mid Summer 2026
Thursday Cohort
9th July to 13th August
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: early September to early October
Early bird until 28th May
Autumn 2026
Thursday Cohort
27th August to 1st October
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: mid‑October to early November
Early bird until 16th July
Late Autumn 2026
Monday Cohort
19th October to 23rd November
7pm-9.30pm
For due dates: mid December to early January
Early bird until 8th September
About Anna
Anna is an antenatal educator with 16 years of grounded experience supporting local families through calm, spacious, relational teaching. Her approach blends evidence‑informed practice with emotional attunement, community roots, and a deep respect for the realities of early parenthood.
What parents say
“Anna’s calm, practical teaching helped me feel ready for birth in a way nothing else did. When my water birth became an emergency caesarean, I was so grateful for the preparation she’d given me.”
“Her approach is grounded, balanced, and deeply reassuring. She helped me find the right choices for me and my baby, whatever the path looked like.”
“I found such confidence and comfort in Anna’s pragmatic, holistic approach. You are in very safe hands with her.”
FAQs
What if I miss a session
Life happens. If you miss a session, I’ll arrange a brief catch‑up so you don’t feel left behind. You’ll also receive the session summary and resources.
Do you offer concessions
Yes — one concession place per cohort, offered confidentially and without proof.
What happens after I book
You’ll receive a welcome email, a call to say hello, and all the details you need.
What happens after the birth
A postnatal follow‑up and continued support through your cohort WhatsApp group.