Parent Education - Parenting at The Coombe
Having a baby is an incredibly precious time of a woman’s life and although there can be challenges along the way, it is a whole new chapter in your life.
We offer a blended learning approach to our antenatal education using online or in person classes and education videos to help ensure that you to get maximum benefit from your time with us.
Below we have links to our suite of education videos, created by our multidisciplinary team. These videos have been created to guide you and your partner through pregnancy, labour & birth and your transition to parenthood.
Parent Education - Parenting
Practical Baby Care
A new baby doesn’t need much in the first few weeks – to be nurtured and kept warm, to have lots skin to skin contact and to be kept clean. A new baby needs to feel safe and to know that you are there. To be talked to and to have plenty of eye contact. To listen to gentle music and feel secure in a quiet and calm environment.
The aim of this video is to prepare parents for the practicalities of looking after their baby in the early weeks after birth.
Maternal Wellbeing After Birth
Having a baby is an incredibly precious time of a woman’s life and although there can be challenges along the way, it is a whole new chapter in your life and one that can be so rewarding. Your experience of parenting and becoming a new mother will be so dependent on you taking great care of yourself during pregnancy and after birth and seeking social support in your community and from family and friends. As a new mother you are equally important as your new baby. Your baby needs you to be recovering well and to be looked after by others after birth.
The aim of this video is to prepare women for recovery after birth and in the early weeks of parenting.
Transition to Parenthood
As you move towards the end of your pregnancy, your journey into parenthood is about to begin. Becoming a parent can be one of the most wonderful experiences of your life but research has shown that particularly first time parenthood can be challenging for many people. There are a number of factors that influence this transition.
During the pregnancy it can be hard to see beyond labour and birth but parenthood is going to last a lot longer than the birth so it is beneficial to do some preparation.
Don’t forget you will be learning on the job. Take it day by day, one step at a time. Your baby doesn’t need perfect parents, he or she just needs you to be good enough.
The aim of this video is to help you prepare for the transition to parenthood, discuss some of the challenges and how you might overcome these.
Tummy Time
In this video we discuss tummy time and how to do it with your baby. You can start tummy time from the day your baby is born.
Plagiocephaly (Flat Head)
This video is designed to give you tips to prevent your baby developing plagiocephaly otherwise known as flat head.
Eating During Breastfeeding
In this video we will talk about tips for eating well during breastfeeding.
Parent Education Videos & Classes
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Parent Education - Labour & Birth
Every woman’s labour is different and it can be difficult to know when labour has actually started. While some experience a sudden onset, most have a gradual lead-in.
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Parent Education - Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time which brings many changes to a woman’s body and it is important that you are aware of what to expect and what you can do to help yourself during this time.
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Parent Education - Parenting
Having a baby is an incredibly precious time of a woman’s life and although there can be challenges along the way, it is a whole new chapter in your life.
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Parent Education - Classes
The Coombe Hospital offers free online and in-person antenatal classes, including birth preparation, hypnobirthing, breastfeeding, and VBAC
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Parent Education - Class Dates
Stay informed on best practices for you and your baby. Find out where the latest Coombe Parent Education Online and In Person Classes are happening here.
Choose The Right Care For You
Our clinics offer tailored care for every stage of a woman’s life, from family planning and maternity to menopause and beyond. Whether you choose Public, Semi-Private, or Private services, we are here to provide expert, compassionate care that supports your health and well-being every step of the way.
Public Clinic
If you are living and working in Ireland and have the PRSI contributions or you have a medical card you can access free maternity and newborn care.
Semi Private Clinic
The semi-private clinic is a fee based option. Most women who choose this clinic use private health insurance to cover costs. .
Private Clinic
There are a number of consultant obstetricians offering services through our private clinic. Antenatal care fees vary between consultants..
Patient Experience
Every patient’s path to diagnosis and treatment is individual. No matter your specific journey, we believe in empowering you to take an active role in your healthcare.
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Appointments:
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Health Insurance:
We operate a direct payment scheme with VHI, Laya Healthcare, Irish Life Health, Garda Medical Aid, ESB, Medical Provident Fund, and Prison Officers Medical Aid. If you are covered by any of these insurers, the relevant insurance forms are signed electronically on your admission to hospital.
Fees:
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The Resource Page:
Browse our collection of patient resources, brochures, and information leaflets—all in one place. Downloadable and easy to access, these documents cover everything from appointments and procedures to maternity, newborn care, and more.
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