"I would recommend this book wholeheartedly to anyone, midwife, physiotherapist, NCT teacher and other teachers of antenatal groups."MIDIRSs all here!... a practical handbook that encourages the reader to come to her own decisions about the process of teaching."New Generationexciting book offers both new and experienced teachers opportunities to explore and evaluate aspects of antenatal preparation..."Nursing

• Foreword, Acknowledgements, Introduction, The changes that pregnancy brings, Meeting the needs of expectant parents, How people learn, Being a class leader, The first class, Giving information, Leading discussion, Teaching aids, Active learning, Teaching physical skills, Relaxation and breathing awareness, Positions, massage and exercise, Meeting the needs of fathers, Sensitive topics, Preparing for life after birth, Planning a course, Meeting different needs, Shared course leadership, Difficult behaviours, Evaluating your classes, Professional development and support, Initiating change, Useful addresses.