Autumn Antenatal Course

Feel informed, prepared and confident as you get ready to meet your baby in Spain.

This Autumn Antenatal Course is designed especially for English-speaking parents expecting in Spain, bringing together practical information, preparation for birth and everything you need to know about those first weeks with your baby.

Whether you’re new to Spain or have lived here for years, having a baby in a different country can come with its own questions. This course will help you understand what to expect, navigate your maternity journey and feel more confident as you prepare for parenthood.

What we’ll cover

• Pregnancy — Preparing for the final weeks of pregnancy, understanding your changing body and getting ready for your baby’s arrival.
• Labour and birth — The stages of labour, what to expect, comfort and coping techniques, birth preferences and common interventions.
• Postpartum care for mum — Recovery after birth, physical and emotional changes, rest and self-care, and what to expect during those first weeks.
• Newborn care — Practical guidance for caring for your newborn, including those first days at home, sleep, nappies, bathing and settling your baby.
• Infant feeding — Breastfeeding, responsive feeding and practical information to help you feel confident feeding your baby.
• Having a baby in Spain — Navigating maternity and postnatal care in Spain, with plenty of space to ask questions about your experience as an international family.

A supportive space for expectant parents

Alongside the practical preparation, the course is an opportunity to meet other expectant parents and build connections in Madrid. You’ll leave with a better understanding of birth and newborn life, practical tools for those early weeks and the confidence to begin this next chapter feeling prepared and supported.