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NCT To Increase Number Of Classes

16th Sept 2008

When you're having a baby or have just given birth, you might want to share your worries or concerns so you can feel more confident. NCT, the UK's leading parenthood charity, has just made it even easier for new mums and dads to share their concerns and find a space on one of their antenatal or postnatal classes by increasing the number of its courses.

The NCT's move is a response to a recent survey highlighting a crisis of confidence many people face when looking after a baby. The latest NCT survey found that, when it came to looking after a newborn baby, one in two parents (47%) said they did not feel confident.

The NCT will be providing a further 600 antenatal and postnatal courses, bringing the total number of courses run to 5,000. The charity has also trained a further 50 specialist teachers, bringing the total number of qualified class teachers to 600. With one in ten new mums suffering from postnatal depression, support like this could make a big difference.

NCT classes are a great way to build confidence and reduce anxieties surrounding birth and becoming a parent. They are also a great way to make new friends who understand exactly what each other is going through.

Unlike many other courses, the NCT's antenatal and early days postnatal courses are run by teachers who are fully qualified to diploma level. There is a charge for antenatal and postnatal courses but discounts are available for those on low income. Charges vary depending on location with antenatal classes starting from £90 and postnatal classes from £60. All costs are invested back into the charity.

The NCT charity provides valuable services, counselling, information and support to thousands of parents each year. Funds raised from classes help towards the charity's vital work. The NCT's Reaching Out programme encourages parents from less advantaged backgrounds to meet and support other parents - including younger people and ethnic groups. The charity also funds over 60 outreach projects each year for families on low income, those with disabilities, teenagers and lone parents.

To find out more about local classes or to find a local NCT branch near you - call NCT Enquiries on 0300 330 0770 or visit the NCT website at www.nct.org.uk/confidence

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