Before giving birth
Pregnancy preparation and support
The Family Centre at the Women's Health Clinic offers expectant parents comprehensive preparation for childbirth and the arrival of their baby. Our specialists support you throughout your pregnancy, offering both individual consultations and group sessions.
Family school
Family school is designed for pregnant women from the 20th week of pregnancy and their companions.
Lectures are held in Estonian and Russian.
Family school lectures are held:
- In Estonian: Tuesdays at 5.30pm
- In Russian: Thursdays at 5.30pm
Lectures take place on the ground floor of the Women's Health Clinic, Room 18.
Family School Topics
Childbirth and labour
- The beginning and stages of labour
- Labour positions and breathing techniques
- The role of the support person during childbirth
- Medical procedures and pain relief options
- Postpartum period
Care and feeding of the newborn
- Understanding and caring for a newborn
- Breastfeeding
- Recovery of the mother after childbirth
Exercise during pregnancy
- Exercises suitable for pregnant women
- Breathing techniques
- Relaxation exercises
Booking and information
To book a place in Family School, please call on weekdays from 8am to 4 pm.
Individual support
We offer individual consultations in the following areas:
- Midwife consultation
- Pregnancy exercise sessions
- Breastfeeding support
- Physiotherapy
- Psychological support
To book a consultation, please call:
Yoga for pregnant women
Yoga classes are held:
- Mondays at 5.30pm
- Wednesdays at 5.30pm
Location: Ground floor of the Women's Health Clinic, Room 18.
For booking and information, please call:
Water exercise for pregnant women
Water exercises take place in the Women's Health Clinic swimming pool:
- Tuesdays at 6pm
- Thursdays at 6pm
For booking and information, please call: