Prenatal Classes

There are free drop-in prenatal groups for young moms in Hamilton.

Prenatal drop-in locations

How to access prenatal drop-in groups 

These groups are free. We provide bus tickets and grocery gift cards if needed. Please call 905-546-3591 to confirm dates and times of groups.

The Gift of Motherhood is an online prenatal class with animated graphics and videos. It helps you and your partner or support person prepare for childbirth and your new parenting role together.  Classes are for residents of Hamilton including Ancaster, Binbrook, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Waterdown.

Online class hours and location

This class takes about six to eight hours to complete.

• You will have access to the online class for 120 days, beginning the day you first log in.
• You complete this course in your home.
• You can attend two in-person group sessions in addition to the online course.  Topics include comfort measures during labour, birth and breastfeeding.

See the schedule below for in-person sessions.

Comfort measures online bonus class

Breastfeeding online bonus class

How to register for online prenatal classes

Call Public Health at 905-546-3591 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

• The cost for online prenatal classes is $30
• You can pay for classes after you receive your registration letter in the mail
• You can pay by cheque or money order 

Check out a demo of The Gift of Motherhood before you register.

How to access online prenatal classes

Visit The Gift of Motherhood. Log in with your access code from Public Health. We provide this code when you register.

Read A Healthy Start for Baby and Me (PDF, 39 MB)

Technology you need for The Gift of Motherhood

Basic technology you need to access The Gift of Motherhood online includes:

• High speed internet access; dial-up will work but it takes longer to download content.
• Audio – a sound card and speakers or earphones
• Adobe Macromedia Flash Player
• Adobe Acrobat Reader

Prenatal classes are open to all pregnant women and their partners or support person. Classes are for residents of Hamilton including Ancaster, Binbrook, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Waterdown.

Prenatal class locations and times

How to register for prenatal classes

Call Public Health at 905-546-3591 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

• The cost for group prenatal classes is $103. There is no charge for teen prenatal classes.
• Assistance is available for families experiencing financial limitations.
• You can pay for classes after you receive your registration letter in the mail.
• You can pay by cheque or money order.