Hypnobirthing
Antenatal classes and hypnobirthing courses in Essex and Suffolk
‘‘When you change the way you view birth, the way you birth changes’’
~ Marie Mongan
Preparing with intention
You're here because you know birth deserves more preparation than simply hoping for the best.
You don't want to spend your pregnancy feeling overwhelmed by fear, conflicting advice, or stories that leave you doubting yourself and your body's ability to birth your baby.
You want to feel prepared.
Not because you're trying to control every aspect of birth, but because you understand that preparation matters. You know this experience is important, and you're willing to invest your time, energy and attention into giving yourself the best possible foundation as you approach labour and parenthood.
You want to understand what's happening within your body. You want practical tools you can rely on. You want to feel calm, capable and connected to yourself when the intensity of labour arrives.
Most of all, you want to approach birth from a place of confidence rather than fear.
Understanding your mind, body and nervous system
My approach to hypnobirthing is grounded in science and evidence-based understanding.
Throughout our lives, we absorb messages about birth through stories, media, conversations and past experiences.
Many of these messages sit below conscious awareness, quietly influencing how we respond and feel about birth without us even realising it.
Together, we'll explore how your brain, nervous system and body work together throughout pregnancy and labour. We'll look at the physiology of birth, the hormones that support it and how your nervous system influences the way you experience labour.
As you begin to understand these processes, you'll start to recognise the beliefs and thought patterns that no longer serve you. The incredible thing about the brain is that it remains capable of change throughout our lives. Through positive suggestion, affirmations and other hypnobirthing tools, we can gently influence the subconscious mind, creating new patterns of thinking that help confidence, calm and trust feel more familiar.
This is where hypnobirthing becomes so much more than breathing exercises or relaxation techniques.
It's about learning to work with your mind rather than against it. Supporting your nervous system so it feels safe and regulated. Reframing the way you think about birth and developing practical tools that help you respond with calm, clarity and confidence, whatever your journey looks like.
Building confidence through preparation
During our sessions, you'll learn breathing techniques, relaxation practices, visualisations and practical comfort measures that can support you throughout labour.
But the greatest transformation isn't simply learning how to birth your baby. It's learning to trust yourself.
As your knowledge grows, the unknown often feels less overwhelming. You begin to trust your body, understand your choices and feel more connected to the process, rather than feeling like birth is something happening to you.
Not because you can control every outcome, but because you've prepared yourself mentally, emotionally and physically for the journey ahead.
The experience you take forward
My role is never to tell you what to do, it's to help you understand yourself, understand birth and prepare in a way that feels meaningful and powerful.
Because when you take the time to do that work, you're not simply preparing for labour. You're learning to trust yourself. And that's something you'll carry with you long after your baby's birth day has passed.
Hypnobirthing doesn’t just prepare you for a positive birth. It gives you lifelong tools to navigate motherhood and beyond - skills you can carry with you well after your baby is born.
Hypnobirthing courses & workshops
Each course includes:
With all hypnobirthing courses, you will get access to a selection of relaxation and hypnosis MP3’s to listen to in your own time, an accompanying course booklet and resources to refer to and find further information, along with ongoing support from me up until your baby arrives.
Courses can be added to my birth doula packages should you wish to have more continuous support throughout your pregnancy and birth.
Areas covered:
I am based in Halstead and offer private, in-person hypnobirthing courses and antenatal classes across Essex and Suffolk. I will travel to your home for each session.
The Complete Birth Prep & Hypnobirthing Course – 1-1
This can be a truly unique course to meet your individual and unique circumstances. We will speak prior to our first session allowing me to get to know about you, your birth partner, and your pregnancy, I can ensure that we cover everything to meet your needs and provide a bespoke hypnobirthing script written and recorded just for you!
The standard course typically consists of four 2.5-hour sessions. However, the structure is flexible and can be adjusted to suit your preferences and schedule.
What we will cover:
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Discover the Science of Hypnosis: Learn how hypnosis works and how it can help you stay calm, focused, and in control throughout pregnancy and birth.
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Delve Deeper into Hypnobirthing: Understand what hypnobirthing is and how it supports a more positive and empowering birth experience.
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Explore How Birth Works: Gain insight into the physiological processes of labour, including what happens in your body and the factors that can influence them.
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Learn Practical Ways to Support Your Body and Mind: Discover techniques to help you feel prepared, in control, and confident during labour and birth.
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Build a Toolkit of Comfort Measures: Develop a range of relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and practical skills to use during pregnancy, labour, and birth.
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Gain Knowledge of Possible Interventions: Understand the different types of interventions, including pharmaceutical pain relief, induction, assisted birth, and caesarean birth, so you can make informed decisions.
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Navigate the Modern Maternity System: Learn how to advocate for yourself, get informed, and make confident decisions within the current maternity care system.
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Explore the Power of Positive Affirmations: Discover how affirmations can help shape your mindset and promote a more positive birthing experience.
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Get Started with Birth Planning: Learn how to create a personalised birth plan, including what to consider and how to communicate your preferences effectively.
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Think Ahead to Your Postnatal Period: Begin considering what the postnatal phase may look like, including physical recovery, emotional well-being, and practical preparations you can make during pregnancy.
Price:
£550
The Birth Prep & Hypnobirthing –
1-1 Workshop
If you’re looking for a shorter introduction to hypnobirthing, a complement to other birth preparation, or simply a refresher, my 3-hour workshop could be the perfect fit for you.
What we will cover:
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Discover the Science of Hypnosis: Learn how hypnosis works and how it can help you stay calm, focused, and in control throughout pregnancy and birth.
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Gain Insight into Physiological Birth: Explore how your body intuitively works during labour and discover ways to support and enhance this process.
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Build a Toolkit of Practical Comfort Measures: Learn effective techniques, such as breathing exercises, relaxation strategies, and simple physical comfort measures to support you during birth.
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Introduction to Possible Interventions: Get an overview of common interventions, including when they might be recommended, and learn where to find more detailed information.
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Confident Decision-Making: Develop skills to make informed, confident decisions throughout your pregnancy and birth journey.
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Get Started with Birth Planning: Learn how to create a basic birth plan that reflects your preferences and helps you feel more prepared.
Price:
£250
The Personalised Birth Prep Session –
1-1
A 2-hour in-person session designed to support you with a specific aspect of your pregnancy or birth preparation. Whether you're facing a particular concern or need reassurance, this session offers a safe, independent, and non-judgemental space to explore your options and gain valuable information.
What we could cover:
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Navigating a "High Risk" Pregnancy: Understanding conditions like gestational diabetes, suspected big or small baby, high BMI, or advanced maternal age.
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Birth Place Options: Exploring the benefits and considerations of home birth, midwifery-led units, and hospital births to help you make an informed choice.
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Induction of Labour: Whether you're considering induction or it's been recommended, we’ll discuss why it’s suggested, what it involves, and how to prepare.
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Navigating Maternity Services: Know your rights, explore your options, and feel confident in making informed decisions for you and your baby.
These sessions are tailored entirely to you, ensuring you feel empowered and prepared for the journey ahead.
Price:
£195
The Hypnobirthing Workshop - (Group session)
This workshop is so much more than just breathing techniques—it's about truly understanding the natural process your body goes through during labour and birth, and how you can support this!
You'll gain knowledge, tools, and confidence to support your body’s physiology, helping birth unfold as it’s designed to.
The Fundamentals:
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Explore How Birth Works: Understanding the physiological processes of labour and what can influence them.
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Learn Practical Ways to Support Your Body and Mind: So you feel prepared, in control, and confident.
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Build a Toolkit of Comfort Measures: Relaxation and breathing techniques, and practical skills to use during pregnancy, labour, and birth.
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Discover the Science of Hypnosis: How it can help you stay calm, focused, and in control.
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Navigating Modern Maternity Services: Get informed and confident with decision making.
This workshop is rooted in evidence-based information and takes an honest, holistic approach to birth preparation. It’s not just about the theory—it’s about how you feel going into birth.
By understanding the ‘whys’ behind birth physiology and the maternity system, you’ll be able to explore your own thoughts, feelings, and choices in a way that aligns with your unique journey.
This workshop is ideal for those in their second or third trimester, whether as an introduction, to complement other antenatal courses, or as a refresher.
You will also get access to a selection of relaxation and hypnosis MP3’s to listen to in your own time, an accompanying course booklet and resources to refer to and find further information, a heartfelt gift, along with the option for a follow up call with me to talk through any specific concerns.
Price:
£75 per couple
Upcoming dates:
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TBC
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