Birth preparation essentials workshop

Everything you need to know, in one focused workshop. My workshop covers the key knowledge and practical tools you need to approach birth feeling prepared and confident. A great option if you want the essentials without committing to a full course.

    • How and why hypnobirthing works and how the techniques can support you throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond

    • How fear can affect birth and how you can release worries and build confidence during pregnancy

    • How to relax deeply and quickly using breathing techniques, visualisations, relaxation exercises, MP3s and more

    • The physiology of birth, understand what happens during labour, the hormones involved and how to create the conditions that support your body’s natural processes

    • Practical tools for managing contractions, simple, effective techniques to help you stay calm, comfortable and in control

    • Creating a positive birth environment, understanding how your surroundings, support and sense of safety can influence your experience

    • The role of your birth partner and the practical ways they can support you emotionally, physically and confidently throughout your birth

    • How to write an informed birth plan that reflects your preferences, priorities and choices

    • Understanding intervention and assistance and gaining the knowledge and confidence to navigate changes to your plans and make informed decisions if intervention becomes necessary

    • Understanding your pain relief options, exploring the full range of options available to you

    • Making informed decisions throughout pregnancy and birth, learning how to ask the right questions, understand your options and advocate for yourself

    • A 3 hour workshop covering all the essentials to prepare you for birth

    • The Little Birth Company comprehensive course manual

    • A set of 3 hypnobirthing MP3s to download, with the option to purchase additional MP3s

    • A Mindful Midwife welcome pack, including handpicked treats from some of my favourite companies

    • Ongoing email and telephone support from me, right up until you give birth

    • This workshop is suitable for all parents-to-be

    • I recommend attending from around 24 weeks of pregnancy

    • It’s perfect if you don’t have the time to commit to a full birth preparation course, if you’ve had a baby before and would like a refresher, or if you’ve already completed a more general antenatal course and now want to focus specifically on preparing for birth

  • Yes, you can choose to book this workshop taught privately in the comfort of your own home, tailored to suit your needs. If you are too far for me to travel to you, you can opt for online teaching. I can teach the workshop to just you and your birth partner, or you can book a private group course for you, a friend, and your birth partners.

    • Group workshop £120

    • Private 1:1 workshop £180

    • Private group workshop (you, a friend, and your birth partners) £220

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