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5 Things You Can Do Today to Prepare for a Positive Birth

Are you looking to prepare for a positive and empowering birth experience? Start today with these 5 simple yet powerful steps to set the stage for a calm and confident birth. From practicing relaxation techniques like hypnobirthing breathing to creating a peaceful birth environment, these tips can help you feel more in control and ready for the big day. Whether you’re early in your pregnancy or approaching your due date, these actionable steps will guide you in preparing both your body and mind for a smoother, more positive birth experience. Ready to get started? Let’s go!

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Birth Then Baby Hypnobirthing Classes + Baby Massage Classes

I’m here to support you in preparing for one of the most precious experiences you'll ever have—the journey into parenthood! My classes are specially designed using my knowledge as a mental health therapist to provide you with everything you need to feel ready for birth and parenthood, leaving you calm, confident, and excited.

Group Hypnobirthing Course

Private Hypnobirthing Course

  • Offered both in person across Northumberland and North Tyneside or online, my private hypnobirthing course is fully personalised. We’ll start with a phone call to discuss your pregnancy journey and goals, then arrange sessions (typically 4×2.5 hours) at times that suit you.

    Find out more about my private hypnobirthing classes here

  • £395

The Confident Birth Toolkit

Pregnancy Relaxation Tynemouth

  • In my Tynemouth pregnancy relaxation classes, each week focuses on a key topic in birth preparation to help you feel informed and empowered. Topics include:

    • The power of relaxation in labour

    • Breaking the Fear-Tension-Pain cycle

    • Birth partner support

    • Navigating the maternity system

    • Crafting your birth preferences

    Each session ends with a guided relaxation to help you unwind, recharge, and prepare for a positive birthing experience.

    Book your space here

  • £60 per term (Weekly 1 hour session for 4 weeks)

Baby Massage Classes

  • My baby massage classes are designed to relieve common newborn discomforts like colic, reflux, and teething. They also provide valuable postpartum support, helping parents connect with one another while focusing on their wellbeing.

    Find out more about my baby massage classes here

  • £45 per term (4 × 1 hour weekly classes)

    One off seasonal special classes TBC.