Parentwise Exeter

16/06/2026

Reviews like this mean the world 🤍
My husband and I attended Parentwise, Paddy's six-week antenatal course before welcoming our son, Emrys, into the world on 4th April, and honestly cannot recommend it highly enough.
The course covered everything we could have hoped for and more, from the different stages of labour and birth through to breastfeeding and the often-overlooked postpartum period. Every session was packed with practical information, but what really made the course exceptional was Paddy herself.
Paddy's knowledge, experience and delivery are second to none. She has an incredible way of explaining things that makes you feel informed, empowered and completely in control. Rather than feeling overwhelmed by the huge life change ahead, we came away from each session feeling confident, prepared and excited for what was to come. One of the things we particularly loved was how inclusive the course was for partners. Paddy made my husband feel just as important and involved as was throughout the entire experience. Her famous "Paddy's Top Tips" for dads were invaluable and gave him practical ways to support me during labour, birth and beyond. We both felt equipped to advocate for ourselves, ask questions and make informed decisions throughout our birth journey.

02/06/2026

Hope you all had a good half-term. What amazing weather we had!

It’s currently a little bit grey and overcast but our mood is still bright. We had our first Lord Mayor’s Coffee morning on Saturday which was an absolute success, and we have more events coming up over the year which we'll keep you updated on.

Here’s our Wish List for this week:

🍼 Bottle Warmers
🍼 Sleep Monitors
🍼 Bouncy Chairs
🍼 High Chairs
🍼 Cot/Cotbeds (priority!)
🍼 Feeding Bottles
🍼 Changing Mats
🍼 Baby Slings
🍼 Feeding Pillows
🍼 Play Mats
🍼 Bibs & Muslins
🍼 Stair Gates

Here is a link to the Drop-Off Form - https://f.mtr.cool/jlqsrtwrfq

30/05/2026

✨ September Parentwise courses are now open for booking ✨
Are you expecting a baby between November and January?
If you're based in the Exeter area and looking for antenatal classes that are informative, supportive and grounded in real-life experience, we'd love to welcome you to Parentwise.
Our midwife-led courses are designed to help you feel calm, informed and confident as you prepare for birth and life with your new baby.
Over six weeks we'll cover: 🤍 Labour and birth 🤍 Coping strategies and pain relief 🤍 Making informed choices 🤍 Feeding your baby 🤍 Practical newborn care 🤍 Recovery after birth
Just as importantly, you'll meet other local parents who are at exactly the same stage of the journey as you.
Parentwise has been supporting Exeter families for many years and we've had the privilege of watching countless friendships grow long after the courses have ended.
Places are limited and September courses do fill quickly.
Tag a pregnant friend who might be interested 👇
For more information or to book your place, visit the link in our bio.

12/05/2026

Hi All. Hope you are well. The Baby Bank in Exeter is an amazing charity. Supporting families in need.

Are you having a clear out?

Here’s their Wish List for this week:

Sterilisers
Bottle Warmers
Sleep Monitors
Bouncy Chairs
High Chairs
Moses Baskets
Cot/Cotbeds
Weaning Items
Feeding Bottles
Size 1 Nappies
Feeding Pillows
Single Bed Sheets and Duvet Covers

Here is a link to the Drop-Off Form - https://f.mtr.cool/qprbkjnmjw

Despite our name we provide help for children from 0 - 16 years old with all the baby essentials, clothing, bedding, shoes, school uniform and toy bundles.

We work with various referral partners (over 450!) including the maternity unit, social services and schools, and therefore the requests that come through vary.

We will always do our best to help with specific requests, and our community (you) are amazing at helping us complete these.

11/05/2026

As a long-standing local business, we understand the local maternity services, local birth settings, and the realities of becoming parents here in Exeter.

Our courses are designed not just to prepare you for labour and birth, but to help you feel calm, informed and supported as you step into this next chapter.

There are a few places left on our courses starting in June and September bookings are now open ✨

If you’re expecting and looking for a warm, supportive and experienced approach to antenatal preparation, we would love to welcome you.

19/03/2026

Join us for our 6-week, midwife-led birth preparation course in April. We have availability on our Tuesday or Thursday evening classes at The Coaver Club, Topsham Road from 7-9pm. 💕

Our April courses are perfect for those expecting their baby early June to early August👶🏽

Spaces are limited and book up fast so don't delay in booking your chosen evening! ⏰

We can't wait to meet you and be a part of your journey!

Get in touch for more information or to book a class 🤍

18/03/2026

So beautiful I had to share 💕 To all Parentwise Mums past and present💕 Warning it may make your eyes leak💕

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTs8Yy4EuL2/?igsh=azhwbng3ajFsZm9l

16/03/2026

✨Birth Affirmations✨

All the power and strength you need for labour is inside you, you are powerful, you are strong 🩷

15/03/2026

💐Happy Mother's Day💐

To all mothers, you are all amazing🩷



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02/02/2026

Positive pregnancy test? If you need to access maternity services in Exeter and East Devon, then head to the Royal Devon website and complete the self-referral form to register for antenatal care.

www.royaldevon.nhs.uk/services/maternity-and-obstetrics-birth-and-babies/east-devon-maternity-services-self-referral-form

Once you have submitted the form, you will receive your booking appointment details within 10 working days.

Congratulations on your pregnancy.