Parent education classes

Our parents-to-be are encouraged to attend our free* parent education classes. (* If you do not hold a current Medicare card you will be charged to attend these education classes.)

Please see the flyer in your information pack for current dates.

Bookings for all education classes can be made by speaking with our maternity clerical staff.

Midwifery Matters

This online forum via Microsoft Teams discusses evidence-based care provided at Fiona Stanley Hospital and includes discussions about health, exercise, birth options and pain relief options to meet individual needs.

This is an opportunity to discuss any questions you have about your pregnancy and birth with a midwife and physiotherapist.

Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Day: fortnightly on a Wednesday
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Dates:  Please check with clerical staff for available dates

Breastfeeding Matters

Our online breastfeeding forums via Microsoft Teams are designed to provide you with education and information that will assist you establish and maintain breastfeeding. You will be given lots of opportunities to discuss topics that you are interested in and ask questions along the way.

Two hours flies by as you learn how to get breastfeeding started off well!

Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Day: fortnightly on a Wednesday
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Dates: Please check with clerical staff for available dates

Birth and baby course

This 6-hour face-to face antenatal course provides evidence-based education on birth options, pain relief and movement and positions for labour.

It also offers holistic postnatal and newborn care to support a positive experience for you and your baby.

Time: 9.00am to 3.00pm
Day: every Saturday (excluding Easter Saturday)
Venue: Fiona Stanley Hospital Education Building – see the hospital map (PDF 1MB)