Birth & Beyond Workshop

In our bespoke birth preparation class we will guide you on a journey to connecting to wisdom of your body and we will give you the knowledge and recourses to make autonomous decisions for you you and your baby.

We will discuss these topics and more:

• Mindset for Birth

  • Importance of mindset and beliefs in relation to birth.

  • How our beliefs can impact our birth experience.

  • Significance of uncovering subconscious beliefs to create a positive and empowering birth experience.

• Listening to Your Body and Surrendering to the Process

  • Importance of listening to one's body and trusting the birthing process.

  • Exercises and practices to help expectant mothers tune into their instincts and intuition during labour.

• Spinning Babies Techniques/biomechanics for birth

  • Concept of Spinning Babies and its relevance to optimal fetal positioning.

  • Techniques and exercises to encourage proper fetal positioning during pregnancy and labor.

• Creating a Birth Space

  • Importance of creating a supportive and comfortable birth environment.

  • How to prepare the physical space, including lighting, music, aromatherapy, and other elements that can contribute to a calming and empowering atmosphere.

• The Role of People and Energy

  • Impact of supportive people, such as partners, doulas, or midwives, during the birthing process.

  • Strategies for creating a positive and encouraging support team.

  • Significance of energy and the emotional environment during birth.

• Movement, Water, and Other Comfort Measures

  • Benefits of movement during labour and birth.

  • Use of water as a relaxation and pain management tool during labour.

  • Other comfort measures like breathing techniques, massage, and positions that can aid in the birthing process.

• Your rights in pregnancy and birth

• Holistic Approaches

  • Alternative and holistic methods that can complement traditional medical approaches.

  • Use of rebozo, aromatherapy, homeopathy, and other natural remedies.

• The Third Stage and Golden Hour

  • Significance of the third stage of labour (placenta delivery) and the immediate postpartum period.

  • Benefits of skin-to-skin contact, breastfeeding initiation, and bonding during the golden hour after birth.

• Breastfeeding Support

  • Information and resources on breastfeeding techniques, common challenges, and how to establish a successful breastfeeding relationship with the baby.

• Placenta Remedies

  • Role of the placenta in nourishing the baby during pregnancy.

  • Honouring the placenta

  • Potential benefits of placenta remedies in the postpartum period, such as encapsulation, tinctures, and other forms of consumption.