Supporting families across Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Cheltenham & Gloucester
Antenatal Course: The Complete Birth to Early Parenthood Program
Antenatal Education, hypnobirthing & postnatal support for parents in Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Cheltenham & Gloucester .
- Know what to expect
- Prepare for different birth scenarios
-Prepare you birth partner
- Stay Supported once your baby is here
All of this, without having to commit to weeks of antenatal classes.
The Birth to Early Parenthood Program is a complete antenatal, hypnobirthing & postnatal education & support Package that combines online and in person a education & support - packed with everything you need, to feel informed, confident and prepared for birth, feeding and the bits nobody tells you about.
And what's more? The support doesn't disappear once your baby has been born.
Learn in your own time at home - come along for the practical workshop - join the live online learning & get ongoing support through pregnancy and during your postnatal period.
- £200 per couple (payment plans available)
- Upcoming Workshop dates: Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec
"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"
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 (Worcester 2027 dates coming soon!), 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
Who is this Antenatal Course for?
-Anyone within manageable travelling distance of Evesham, Worcestershire
-Anyone Birthing at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Warwick Hospital, & Birmingham Women's Hospital
- First time parents
- Non-first time parents looking to improve their birth and post-natal experience
- Birth Partners - we need you to feel confident & supported too!
- Those wanting to approach birth fully informed, aware of your birth choices and how to make informed decisions
- Those wanting to implement positive mindset & Hypnobirthing into their birth preparation
- Those wanting to prepare different birth scenarios
- Those wanting to meet other local families
- Those looking for support and community once their baby has been born.
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