Information evenings

Information evenings at Midwives PuurBegin

Information and support during your pregnancy and delivery

Good preparation gives peace and confidence. That is why Verloskundigen PuurBegin organizes various information evenings, tailored to the phase of your pregnancy and your personal needs. Whether you are newly pregnant, want to know what to expect during labor, or are curious about practical arrangements regarding maternity care or recognition: our information evenings will help you on your way. You can go for early information but also for information about childbirth, maternity care and breast or bottle feeding. We offer information evenings several times at our practice and even if you are not registered with us, you are more than welcome to come! You can register for the information evening by sending an email to info@verloskundigenpuurbegin.nl

Early Education (first half of pregnancy)

There is a lot to consider at the beginning of your pregnancy. During the early information you will receive practical information about a healthy pregnancy. lifestyle, work & leave, infectious diseases, pregnancy courses but also the role of the midwife. Topics such as maternity care, recognition and to play sports. By attending an information evening, you will be informed about important topics before you get all kinds of questions and have to look this up yourself. Our information evenings are free, last about two hours and offer space for questions and discussing uncertainties.

Early education topics:

• Your baby's development at a glance
• Nutrition and lifestyle (vitamins, alcohol, medication, sports, work)
• Most common infectious diseases 
• Pregnancy complaints and how to deal with them
• Practical matters (leave, recognition, maternity care)
• The role of the midwife and control scheme

Data information evening Early Information

The next information evening will be held on January 31 from 6:30-8:30 PM. 

Information evening about childbirth (second half of pregnancy)

When you are between 25 and 35 weeks pregnant, it is nice to prepare for the birth. During our information evening about the birth we discuss the course of the birth, breathing and relaxation, different positions, choices around pain relief, the role of your partner and what happens if the birth does not go as expected. We also provide insight into the support provided by the midwife, maternity care and the hospital, so that you can approach the birth with a realistic picture and more confidence.

Childbirth topics:

• Guidance by the midwife
• Normal course of the dilation and expulsion phase
• Calling instructions: when does labor start
• Pain relief, relaxation and birthing positions
• Place of delivery (home or hospital, medical or not)
• Maternity care
• How to deal with unexpected situations (birth plan)

This information evening is also free. Please register well in advance, as the number of places is limited. After your registration you will receive a confirmation email with all practical details.

Data information evening Childbirth

The next information evening will be held on February 13 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. 

Registration and Practical Information

You can register by email. We will confirm your registration. There is no preparation needed for the information evening, you will receive all the information from us.