St Margaret's Playing Fields · M16 – M21
The course
A five-week antenatal course on Thursday evenings, for you and the person supporting you through birth and the early days. Led by experienced practitioners, with space to talk things through together. We're launching in January 2027.
- FEDANT-accredited antenatal education, focused on what really helps in pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood, with plenty of space to ask questions and talk things through.
- A breastfeeding counsellor is part of the team, offering support with breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and everything in between.
- Rooted locally across M16 – M21, with a focus on community. We know the places and people who will best be able to support you in your journey.
- All sessions are in person. No screens, no logging on after a long day, just time together and people to get to know.
- WhatsApp support throughout pregnancy and beyond
- Recordings of each session in case you miss a class
- A digital course workbook, plus session notes and resources you can come back to anytime
- A welcome goodie bag
- Invitations to Nest Collective events, so support continues after the course ends
We bring together evidence-based information, practical guidance, and time to talk things through, so you can feel informed, supported, and able to make your own choices through pregnancy, birth, and early postnatal life.
Places are limited to keep groups at a comfortable size. Our first cohort starts January 2027, you can register your interest to be the first to hear when bookings open.
Early-bird pricing and payment details will be shared with the interest list when bookings go live.
If a group course isn't quite right, there may be options for something more tailored. You can email us or reach out on WhatsApp.
Practical details
Price
Course fees will be confirmed when bookings open for our January 2027 cohort. Join the interest list for early-bird access and the latest on pricing.
Venue
St Margaret's Playing Fields
Manchester M16
A community-rooted space we use for our Thursday sessions.
Dates & time
January 2027 cohort · Thursday evenings
Sessions run 7pm – 9pm. Please aim to arrive a few minutes early so we can settle in and start on time. We'll confirm the exact schedule with you when bookings open.
Accessibility
We want The Nest Collective to be as approachable as possible.
If you have specific access or sensory needs, please contact us or reach out on WhatsApp so we can plan with you where we can.
Terms & conditions
When you book, our booking and cancellation terms apply. You can read them on our booking & cancellation page (we'll keep this updated as we finalise the live policy).
Format
You'll join a small group of expectant parents from across M16 – M21. We welcome people from across M16, M21 and beyond, including Old Trafford, Whalley Range, Moss Side, Chorlton, Stretford, Didsbury, Hulme, Withington, and Fallowfield. Sessions are relaxed but structured: breaks, time for questions, and space to share without performing.
Birth partners are welcome. If you're coming solo, you're welcome too! We'll make sure you feel included.
- Five Thursday evenings per course. Timings and calendar details when you register interest / book
- Comfortable clothes and snacks if you need them. We'll confirm the practical bits before you arrive
What we cover
A different focus each week. Across five Thursday evenings we move through the list below (sometimes one theme per session, sometimes combined) with plenty of room for questions.
What happens in labour, and how to prepare yourself and your birth partner physically and emotionally for it.
Consent, choices, and speaking up with your care team.
Planned and unplanned. What to expect and recovery basics.
Why it’s offered, what it can involve, how to navigate your options.
Early breastfeeding, bottle, and mixed feeding.
Nappies, safe sleep, crying, and their development.
Recovery, emotions, partners, and asking for support.
What’s around M16, M21, and nearby when you need it.
Pricing & dates
Register interest
Bookings open later. Add your details on the booking page and we'll email you with early-bird access.
You'll leave with a clearer head, a strong group chat, and friendships that could last well beyond the course.