Week 1 – Preparation For Birth – Understanding All Your Options

In the first session, we look at the pregnant body, the role of hormones, signs of labour, stages of labour, monitoring, when to call the midwife, induction, assisted birth, c-section and what decisions you might be expected to make during labour.

Week 2 – Achieving your Dream Birth

In the second session, we focus on the 3 foundations to an easier labour, positions in labour and birth, how the stages of labour affect the baby, and how the baby navigates the pelvis. I will also cover the pushing stage and optimal cord clamping in detail. In addition, we look in-depth at birth management methods and consider the options available to you in each location (pain relief – both holistic and medical).

Week 3 – The Role of the Birth Partner and Hypnobirthing Skills

In the third session, we look in detail at how important the role of the birth partner is to you, and I share practical advice, birth plans and a wide range of information through each stage of labour. I will show you ways that your partner can physically support you, which ensures that they always have a useful part to play in creating a positive birth experience. We also learn the techniques behind the popular tool of hypnobirthing and I will include within the course, 4 relaxation tracks you can play at home and during your labour.

Week 4 – The Journey of the Baby and the Early Postnatal Period

During the last session, we look at the physical experience of the baby in the early moments of the postnatal period, and how to make sure it is both amazing and optimal – so you can form strong bonds with them from the outset. We look at newborn checks, postnatal examinations, and feeding methods. We will look at relationship changes and a postnatal plan. I discuss a range of skills that can help you during those first few months with a newborn and how best to navigate the fourth trimester. We also look at safe sleeping, common concerns of new parents, and the benefits of ‘skin to skin’.

This course also includes weekly emails to consolidate your learning and give you access to resources that accompany the course including 4 hypnobirthing tracks.

Complete antenatal course – £325

(incorporating hypnobirthing techniques – includes 4 free tracks)

A deposit of just £75 will secure your place

(balance due 2 weeks before your course begins)