The MummaPod Antenatal & Hypnobirthing Course
“Mary-Anne took two sceptics and fast forward 9 months we now recommend Hypnobirthing to friends. A course with Mary-Anne means you will be talked through very useful information which makes you feel at ease before, and during the birth. ”
This course is not just standard Antennal Course
This is a FULL BIRTH EDUCATION.
This course includes all aspects of a full Hypnobirthing course, plus much much more, making it the full birth education. Within this antenatal preparation course, we include mindfulness, relaxation and logical, practical ways to enhance the best birth for you. It isn’t all frilly and “hippy”… far from it….it’s practical, informative, enjoyable, and based on evidence. This course will maximize your birth experience, making it an empowering and exciting one, however you birth your baby.
Through my experience as a student midwife, doula, from witnessing and being part of hundreds of births, and from my own experience, with my own, 3 births, I am able to impart a huge amount of wisdom and expertise.
This birth preparation course will grant you access to a Positive Birth Experience.
“I cannot recommend Mary-Anne enough, attending her class with my partner has been the best decision we’ve made during my pregnancy.”
Course Content
Session 1: Logic
How the mind works: and how you can get it to work helpfully with your birthing body.
What is Labour: how the body works effectively to birth your baby.
Positive Birth Stories: the impact of them and real case examples.
Session 2: Techniques
Breathing: How the power of your breath can be an amazing aid in all stages of your labour.
Relaxation: different methods of relaxation which you can adapt to assist your pregnancy, labour and birth.
The Alternatives: Taking a closer look into Back to back babies, breech babies, instrumental birth and caesarians births and how to maximise your experience in this circumstances.
Tearing: what does it mean, how to prevent it & what top tips we recommend in the event of a tear.
Session 3: before birth
Induction: What is it?When its clinically justified & how to make it a positive experience & possible natural induction methods.
Choices & Control: How to have choices & control in YOUR birth.
The System: From taking a closer look at the NHS, and the roles of midwives and obstetricians to private care.
Session 4: Birth
The Birth: where to give birth, setting up your birth environment, positions & the birth journey.
Birth partner: Giving them a clear & defined role to support you & make an equally incredible mutual experience.
The Third Stage of labour: Your placenta, newborn cuddles and basics on feeding.
Your Birth Preference: Taking a closer look at your very own personal birth plan, and allowing for plan A, B & C and how to make sure it’s implemented.
You will also receive The Hypnobirthing Book, relaxation MP3s and the MummaPod Antenatal guide.
Ongoing support via email, text message and phone right up to the birth of your baby; and
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We absolutely loved our experience with Mary-Anne. It was a truly life-changing experience and I believe everyone who does her course will feel the same. As someone who likes to be in control I had a lot of anxiety around the birthing process, but after Mary-Anne’s course we felt prepared, informed and, most importantly, relaxed about what lay ahead. Fast forward a few months and thanks to the guidance we received we had the most beautiful birth experience. Thanks so much for such a wonderful, positive experience! Everyone should do this course!”
Availability & Booking
For all private courses OR weekend retreats, you are welcome to book directly through my website to get in touch to arrange a suitable time.
We recommend that couples attend the course anytime from their 20th week of pregnancy. The earlier that you start, the longer you have to practice the all-important techniques of this course, and practice is really very essential. Should you be more than 38 weeks pregnant, we are able to adapt and try and fit as much of the course into a one or two day fully intensive course.
Benefits of this antennal course
You are likely to experience a more comfortable and sometimes, pain free birth;
Your baby will arrive to a tranquill and relaxed environment, alert and ready to bond with you as nature has intended;
The length of labour is sometimes much shorter with Mummapod births;
Less drugs and medical intervention are used in Hypnobirthing births allowing your baby to develop naturally and easily after they arrive;
Knowing when drugs and medical intervention are relevant for your birth and not feeling negatively impacted if this is you birth route;
Mothers often bounce back quicker after as the physical impact of giving birth is reduced;
Your birth partner will learn how to support you and have a central and active role in the birth; and
Above anything, you are able to help create a positive birth experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What course material am I given
When you course begins, We will give The MummaPod antenatal guide, The Hypnobirthing Book to support you during the rest of your pregnancy and birth, and relaxation Mp3s which you listen to as often as possible (on loud speaker before bed tends to work a treat).
Why Choose a antenatal CouRse with you?
The results speak for themselves; mothers and fathers, hospitals and midwives are all raving about hypnobirthing. We invite you to read testimonials and birth stories. These happy clients are the true testament to how well this course works and helps.
Is this course only for home births or water births?
Certainly not! This course is for all women whether they choose to give birth in a hospital, a birth centre, a midwifery led unit or at home. Some mummas do choose to have water or home births, because they have decided that this is the best choice for them, whereas many other mummas believe that a hospital or birth centre is best for them and their baby.
Does this course guarantee a pain free labour and birth?
Quite a few mummas say that they felt no “pain” during their labours and births, instead, they describe feelings of pressure or intense sensations. That said, we cannot guarantee a pain free labour and birth, as pain is subjective.
My partner is sceptical about doing the course…?
This is because of the less than wise name that we give this birth education… “Hypnobirthing,”… it sounds like it’s only for hippies, whereas it’s actually totally practical. There are facts and simple tools that allow both of you to get the most out of your birth. Typically, the partner is usually one of the most passionate advocates of this course on completion of the course.
Is this course suitable for me, as a first time mumma?
This course is relevant for all births. Should this be your first experience of hypnobirthing or antenatal education, you are extremely luckily as you’ll benefit the advantages of Hypnobirthing from the start! Many Mummas discover Hypnobirthing during their second or third pregnancy, usually after a previously traumatic and painful birth and they are always extremely grateful for brining hypnobirthing into their lives and wish they had discovered it sooner.
is this course relevant for a C-Section?
If you are a low risk pregnancy and attending a Hypnobirthing course, you are unlikely to need a caesarian birth. However, if you are have an emergency one, this course will definitely still be beneficial for you. Part of the course is dedicated to caesarian birth (all avenues are covered… it’s a FULL BIRTH EDUCATION).
Does my partner need to learn about Hypnobirthing too?
It isn't essential but it is advisable and they will be happy they did. Typically, partners can be nervous about the birth, and hypnobirthing gives them a specific and clear role that will help with their nerves too. We haven’t had a partner that hasn’t been delighted in joining the course. The course has allowed him/her to be a her asset at the birth and many mammas say they couldn’t have done it without him/her. That said, you are still welcome to come alone and it will still be hugely beneficial.
How do I book a course with you?
You can book directly through out online booking page, or please feel free to send me an enquiry.
