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Antenatal Course: The Complete Birth to Early Parenthood Program

Antenatal Education, hypnobirthing & postnatal preparation & support  for parents in Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Cheltenham & Gloucester .

A complete hybrid program packed with everything you need, to feel informed, confident and prepared for birth, feeding and beyond  without committing to weeks of antenatal classes - and what's more? The support doesn't disappear once baby has been born.

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- £200 per couple (payment plans available)

- Upcoming Workshop dates in: Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec

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"Lauran has been incredible and taught us so much"

Kayleigh & James - Worcester

"We have really enjoyed her sessions and learning lots of key information. She is so passionate and supportive and this has been so essential to us as first time parents. I feel more comfortable going into my birth after her classes"

Lauran, the Outspoken Birthworker. She is an antenatal and Hypnobirthing Teacher based in Evesham. She covers Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, The Cotswolds & South Birmingham. She is a breastfeeding counsellor, baby wearing peer supporter too.

​Join Our Birth to Early Parenthood Program for a complete program of antenatal & postnatal education and support: 

-Same day access to 11 pre-recorded learning sessions

-  Live in person antenatal  & hypnobirthing workshop in Evesham, Worcestershire within Easy travelling distance from Worcester, Stratford Upon Avon, Redditch, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham & Gloucester 

- Two, live, online, post-natal education & planning Workshops

-An optional group Postnatal Support & reunion session once your baby has been born.

-On going Whatsapp support during pregnancy & the early post-natal period

-Drop in support sessions once your baby has been born

- Free, Ongoing Breastfeeding and Babywearing Support

-Birth and Post-Natal Goodie Bag

- Limited places available per course

Investment: Just £200 for you + plus your birth partner (with payment plans available). Just book onto the course with your preferred in person workshop date!

- Private Course Available on Request (£350) 

 

 

Lauran, The Outspoken Birthworker:  

- FEDANT Accredited Antenatal & Postnatal Educator

- Qualified Hypnobirthing Teacher

- Certified Babywearing and Breastfeeding Peer Supporter

- Certified to support Neurodivergent Birth Planning

- Biomechanics Trained

- Fully Qualified School Teacher of 11 years - that's over a decade of educating others

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Who is this Antenatal Course  for? 

-Anyone within manageable travelling distance of Evesham, Worcestershire

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-Anyone Birthing at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Warwick Hospital, & Birmingham Women's Hospital

 

- First time parents ​

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- Non-first time parents looking to improve their birth and post-natal experience​

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- Birth Partners - we need you to feel confident & supported too!​

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- Those wanting to approach birth fully informed, aware of your birth choices and how to make informed decisions​

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- Those wanting to implement positive mindset & Hypnobirthing into their birth preparation ​

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- Those wanting to prepare different birth scenarios

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- Those wanting to meet other local families

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- Those looking for support and community once their baby has been born. 

What Is Covered During the Antenatal & Hypnobirthing: birth to early parenthood program?

Take a look at the detailed breakdown of exactly what we cover during Our Birth to Early Parenthood Program, with Trained Antenatal Teacher, Hypnobirthing Instructor, Breastfeeding Peer Supporter (+trainee breastfeeding counsellor) and baby wearing peer supporter, The Outspoken Birthworker 

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1) Self Paced, Pre-Recorded Sessions - You will be able to access these before the day of the in person workshop 

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  • Lesson 1 - Getting you started: Hypnobirthing Science and Techniques

  • Lesson 2 - The Hormones of Labour- Why do these matter and how can we support them during labour.

  • Lesson 3 - Where to give birth - Where you give birth matters. Look at the different options to help you decide where is the best place for you to birth your baby. 

  • Lesson 4 - Due dates - Fixated on your due date? Don't be! There is very little evidence they are accurate. Learn more about why this is. 

  • Lesson 5 - Membrane Sweeps and Vaginal Exams - Did you know you don't have to except vaginal exams and sweeps if you don't want them? Learn how to make a decision that is right for you. 

  • Lesson 6 - Monitoring your baby during birth - Different ways to monitor your baby's heart rate are offered during labout but not all of them are evidence based and can impact your labour and birth experience. Learn how to make a decision about monitoring that is right for you. 

  • Lesson 7 - Signs and Symptoms of serious pregnancy, labour and birth complications - Learn about some of the most common pregnancy  & labour  complications, how to spot signs of these conditions & when to seek medical advice. 

  • Lesson 8 - Pain Relief: What are your options? - Deep dive into the different medical and non-medical pain relief  options available to you. 

  • Lesson 9 - Epidurals for pain relief: There is lots to think about when it comes to accepting an epidural in labour. Get clued up about the risks and the benefits before labour starts. 

  • Lesson 10 - Instrumental birth - Learn about the different types of instrumental birth before labour starts to help prepare you for labour decision making. 

  • Lesson 11 - Episiotomy and recovery - Learn what an Episiotomy is, when they are used, how to make a decision on them and how to support your recovery, should you have one. 

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2) In person workshop - at Mindhub, Evesham 

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What do we cover during the in person workshop -

  • Birth plans, positioning for pregnancy, labour and birth (biomechanics), C-sections & making them positive, inductions & making them positive, supporting physiological birth & the role of the birth partner. 

  • Birth rights & advocacy, navigating the maternity system, informed decision making. 

  • The big day - Water  Birth , the labour process, labour and birth breathing, slow or stalled labour, pushing out your baby, birthing the placenta (and what to do with it), the immediate post-natal period. 

  • Baby Care - Nappy Changing, clothing, cord care, bathing and more

  • Baby Wearing Support - bring your own carrier or have a go with some of ours!

  • Throughout the day, we will have regular guided pregnancy relaxations & discussions on how hypnobirthing techniques can be applied to labour and birth

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3) Two, live online post- natal education and post natal planning &  preparation session

  • (Date TBC - you will be sent the recording of the session if you can't make it live). Inc: Post-natal recovery, 

  • Newborn behaviour and expectations,

  • Breastfeeding, Bottle Feeding

  • Recognising and navigating birth trauma & post natal depression,

  • Safe Sleep, Car Seat Safety, relationship changes, planning for the postnatal period and more!

  • If you can't make the live, online workshop, the recording will be sent to you so you don't miss out! 

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4) Optional Postnatal Reunion Session -

  • The babies have been born and and now it's time to introduce them. Join the group in a safe, supportive environment to be able to be able to socialise with your baby, enjoy a coffee and a cake,  speak to other parents about your experiences and ask any questions or discuss any worries you may have with our FEDANT accredited Antenatal & Postnatal educator, breastfeeding & baby wearing peer supporter, Lauran. 

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Extras:

  • A birth  goodie bag

  • hypnobirthing MP3s

  • an antenatal & hypnobirthing workbook

  • on going Whatsapp support

  • monthly postnatal drop in support,

  • downloadable antenatal education guides inc breastfeeding, VBAC & induction. 

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FAQ's

When can I start an antenatal course?

There is no set time limit for this. To have time to digest the information, we suggest starting between 20-32 weeks, but there are no rules! We do recommend waiting until after your 12 week scan. 

Is it for first time parents only?

Antenatal classes are perfect for both first and subsequent parents. The Uk maternity system is forever changing as is the evidence around birth and parenting.  We work with lots of parents who weren't happy with their overall birthing experience the first time round and are hoping to build a more positive one this time. Subsequent parents bring such value to our group sessions - being able to share their experiences of the maternity system with first parents can be very eye opening. 

What locations is the course accesible from?

The Antenatal course is based in Evesham,  Worcestershire, but we are easily accessible from Worcester, Stratford Upon Avon,  Cheltenham, Gloucester Warwickshire and South Birmingham. That makes us the perfect choice for those birthing at: Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Warwick Hospital & Birmingham Women's Hospital. With the in person part of the program only being 1 day, it means  there is no need to travel to and from the venue on a weekly basis. 

How does the Hybrid element of the course work?

The course is classed as "hybrid" as there are both online and in person elements to the course making it perfect for those who will struggle to commit to an Antenatal Course over multiple weeks. Just book onto the course with your preferred in person workshop date & once you have signed up, you will have same day access to 11 pre-recorded lessons that you can get stuck into right away. There is then a in person antenatal workshop, a live, online postnatal education and planning session, plus an optional post-natal support reunion. 

Will I be Hypnotised during Hypnobirthing?

Another very common misconception. Yes, it is true that in the relaxation and positive mindset elements of Hypnobirthing we use some gentle Hypnotherapy techniques such as guided visualisation and relaxation, but this certainly isn't at a level where you wouldn't have full control of your surroundings and your actions. Think about when you are on autopilot on the way to work and you suddenly realise you have done the entire journey without really thinking about it or you are reading a good book and all of a sudden, a couple of hours have passed. This is the level of hypnotisation we are talking about. You will immediately be aware of your surroundings if needed.   

Does the price include my birth partner?

Yes. Your £200 investment includes the birthing person and their birth partner. Please get in touch if you require a place for an additional birth partner. We strongly encourage that your birth partner completes the entire program with you. 

Is the course only for "Natural Birth"?

This is a very common misconception and absolutely not the case.  There are of course elements of Hypnobirthing that help you to achieve a "natural" birth, if that is what you are hoping for. But the most important part of Hypnobirthing courses are learning how to make your birth experience (whether that is homebirth, wtaerbirth, induction, c-section or instrumental) a positive one. Much of our fear and trauma  around birth comes from a feeling that you didn't have much choice or control over what was happening. ALL of our courses have a huge focus on birth rights, advocacy and navigating the maternity system, enabling you to learn how to make evidence based, informed choices around your care and be able to advocate for these choices within the UK maternity system and beyond. 

What Postnatal support will be available to me?

- two, live, online postnatal education & planning workshops

-An optional  postnatal reunion support session once baby has been born 

- Optional drop in sessions taking place every other week

-On going Whatsapp Support

_ -Baby Wearing Support 

-Breastfeeding Peer Support

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