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Welcome to the Oxford NCT website. This website is currently under development.

To join the National Childbirth Trust, please join up online at www.nct.org.uk/join. If you have any difficulties joining on line, our membership secretary Katy, can help. Her number is 01865 773492, or email katycollier_uk@yahoo.co.uk

ANTENATAL CLASSES
We have a full-time antenatal teacher called Virgil. Her phone number is 01865 512965 (she is not on email). For more details or to book a class please leave a message on her answer phone once you have reached 12 to 16 weeks. Virgil will call you back as soon as possible to discuss classes with you. Classes then normally start at around 30-32 weeks.

COFFEE GROUPS
We have the following coffee group organisers:

North Oxford: please ring Liz Knowles 517027.
East Oxford:  please call Fiona Goyder 01865 245498.
West Oxford and Botley: ring Anne-Marie Baverstock, 864324.
Osney island only: Lizi Pinckney 249394.
We still need coordinators for Grandpont/Abingdon Road Area, Headington and Marston. If you would like to be involved please contact Emma Carter on 01865 432914 or Fiona Goyder on 01865 245498.

BREASTFEEDING COUNSELLOR
We do not currently have a qualified breastfeeding counsellor but we do have a trainee. The NCT does have a breastfeeding line, which is available from 9am to 6pm, seven days a week. The number is 0870 444 8708.
The John Radcliffe Hospital runs a breastfeeding clinic, which is usually open 2 days a week. This is a world class clinic, run by the renowned Sally Inch and Chloe Fisher. The number is 01865 221695. It is advisable to phone to check opening times before travelling to the JR. Alternatively, you might like to try the Baby Cafe. There are 8 in Oxfordshire, including 3 in Oxford. For more information, please call Julia o 01865 764952 or look at the Baby Cafe website  

NEARLY NEW SALES
The branch runs two nearly new sales per year (April and October) where you can buy and sell clothing, toys and equipment. The next sale is in October 2008. 

POSTNATAL CLASSES
The Oxford branch does not have a postnatal teacher so we are unable to offer post-natal courses. However, we would welcome enquires from anyone who would be interested in training as a postnatal teacher.

HOMEBIRTH SUPPORT
Practical help, advice and chat for those considering a homebirth. Groups run once a month, are dro-in and free. Contact Kathryn Los on 01865 245433 or email kathrynlos@yahoo.co.uk.

TWINS AND MULTIPLE BIRTH SUPPORT
Chat with a mum who has been there! Call Jo Gilder on 07977 201839.

VALLEY CUSHION HIRE
Valley cushions are available to hire to any mother experiencing problems sitting after labour and delivery, whether or not she is an NCT member.
Contact Nicky Scott on 01865 725661.

NEWSLETTER
The branch publishes a newsletter, 3 times a year, for branch members. If you would like to advertise, or write an article, please email our editor Jane dipsandjane@hotmail.com , or phone her on 01865 778041.