Our Antenatal Courses in Ringwood
GP-led preparation for every stage of your journey — from bump to birth and beyond. Up-to-date knowledge and honest, real-life insights, shared in a supportive, friendly space.
Early in your pregnancy? Start with our free guide to the first 12 weeks.
Why Choose Baby Steps GP?
Our antenatal courses are designed and led by Dr Meg Woodrow, a General Practitioner with a background in obstetrics and gynaecology. With a focus on both physical and mental health, evidence-based teaching, and the ability to answer those more medical questions — our classes go far beyond standard offerings.
GP-Led & Evidence-Based
Medically sound, factual preparation based on current NHS guidance.
Unhurried Sessions
Two 3-hour sessions, so there’s time to explore every topic properly and ask all your questions.
Small Group Settings
Fostering intimate community, open discussion, and lifelong local friendships in Ringwood.
A Community Afterwards
A supportive peer group, digital handouts, organised local meetups, and a friendly, informal line to Meg for general questions
Choose your path
Find the setting that perfectly aligns with your schedule, medical history, and personal preferences.
Learn together, grow together
Group Antenatal Classes
Our small group sessions provide an excellent opportunity to connect with other parents-to-be while gaining essential knowledge for pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood.
Why choose group:
- Build a future support network with local parents
- Learn from others’ shared questions and worries
- Structured, relaxed evidence-based interactive curriculum
📍 Location: Ringwood and nearby areas
⏱️ Duration: Two 3-hour sessions (+ social breaks)
🎁 Bonus: Third dedicated social session included
📅 Dates: See upcoming courses for the latest dates
Price: £150 per course for up to 2 people
Your pregnancy, your plan
1-to-1 Personalised Sessions
For parents who prefer a more intimate and customised approach. Whether you’re preparing for your first baby, looking for a refresher, or have specific medical concerns.
Why choose 1-to-1:
- Curriculum customised entirely to your specific concerns
- Personalised 1-on-1 guidance from an NHS GP
- Full control over content, duration, and local setting
📍 Location: Ringwood and nearby areas, your home, or online
⏱️ Duration: Completely custom and flexible to your needs
🎁 Bonus: Dedicated time for your family
📅 Time: Highly flexible scheduling tailored to you
Price: Variable rate per session
Time to learn properly
Our two sessions are three hours each, so there’s time to explore every topic properly and ask your questions, rather than rushing through after a long day.
If a course falls on a weekday and you’re employed, you’re usually entitled to paid time off for antenatal care, and this can include antenatal classes recommended by your midwife or doctor. Partners’ rights are more limited, so it’s worth checking with your employer.
Unhurried sessions mean you can relax, take it all in and enjoy the experience rather than watching the clock.
What’s included
Everything you get when you learn with Baby Steps GP.
| What matters | What you get with Baby Steps GP |
|---|---|
| Who teaches you | A practising NHS GP and mum, with additional training in obstetrics and gynaecology |
| Group size | Small groups, so there’s always time for your questions |
| What you’ll learn | Up-to-date, evidence-based information on pregnancy, birth and the early weeks, plus the practical, real-life side |
| Time | Two unhurried 3-hour sessions, plus a relaxed social session |
| Partners | Fully included in every session |
| After the course | A supportive peer group, local meetups, and a friendly, informal line to Meg for general questions |
| Independence | No sponsorships, no affiliate links, no sales pitch |
Ready to take the first step?
Spaces are strictly limited to preserve personalised guidance and intimate peer connections.