ANTENATAL CLASSES
"Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood". - Marie Curie
"Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood". - Marie Curie
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These classes are to support you as you prepare for the birth of your baby. Covering all the aspects of labour, birth and the immediate postnatal period. I use evidence based information to help you understand your options, learn tools for managing each stage of labour and practical tips for your partner, so that you have the best team for a positive birth.
The content of the classes are guided by you and your personal journey, including your previous birth experience, your questions, hopes and wishes. These sessions are great if you are not booking my full doula package or hypnobirthing course, but would like some personalised preparation in the convenience and comfort of your own home. |
Course content includes:
- Your birth preferences - clarifying your wishes and exploring your care preferences
- Birth physiology – the labouring body and how to create a good environment for birth hormones
- Understanding the stages of labour, how you might expect to feel and ways to find comfort
- Tools for remaining calm through changes and different situations
- How your birth partner can support you, giving them practical tips and ways to help you, making sure they feel confident and involved
- Pain management – options for pain relief, both pharmaceutical and holistic
- Massage and breathing techniques
- Discuss any specific topics relevant for your birth
- Preparing for a home birth, hospital birth, birth centre birth, caesarean birth and induction of labour
- Information on feeding - whether that's breastfeeding or formula feeding and getting the right support early on
- Guiding you on what to pack in your hospital bag and practical information for preparing the home
- Creating your postnatal care plan - looking after you physically and emotionally in the fourth trimester
ANTENATAL COURSE PACKAGE
I charge 45p per mile for travel outside of a 20 mile radius of Falmouth
- 6 hour course booked at a convenient time for you (usually over 2 or 3 sessions) and in the comfort of your own home
- A comprehensive birth preparation pack
- Ongoing email, text and phone support whilst you prepare for the birth and a de-brief to hear your birth story
I charge 45p per mile for travel outside of a 20 mile radius of Falmouth