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‘A woman’s body is designed to give birth safely’

“The couples workshop we attended was a really enjoyable experience. It gave me confidence in the approach we were taking and provided plenty of extra things to consider. You created a relaxed and open environment where we could ask questions, voice concerns, and most importantly get some good advice. It was also very useful in preparing myself for the important role I was about to play in the birth of our child.“
Greg

Birth Preparation Courses for Couples

This is a one-day workshop which comes highly recommended as an addition to the weekly Active Birth classes. The course is also excellent as a one off if you are unable to do the weekly classes or just need a refresher course. The day is designed for couples and/or birth partners to be there, but if it doesn’t work for you it is always fine to come on your own.

The main aim of this workshop is to ensure that both you and your partner have the knowledge and tools required for you to have the best chance of an empowered birth experience.

The day focuses on normal physiological birth and clearly describes the advantages of a Natural Active Birth.

The course includes a lot of practical work on birth positions, breathing techniques and massage. Partners find it very helpful in developing a better understanding of the birth process and greater confidence to be at the birth.

The material includes:

• Anatomy and physiology of birth – how the body is designed to give birth and what to expect of a normal labour
• Optimal foetal positioning – how to get the baby into a good position before labour and how to encourage them to move if they choose an unfavourable one
• Creating the birth environment – how to create the best conditions for a natural birth to unfold
• Coping with pain – practicing a variety of techniques
• Writing your birth plan – the guidelines for what you want and what you need from the people who are present during your labour and birth
• The role of the birth partner – clarifying what women in labour need from their birth partners
• Dealing with complications – sometimes labour turns out to be different than what you had hoped for. What to do and how to stay empowered
• Bonding – welcoming the new baby. How to create the best conditions for bonding to happen naturally
• Early parenting – the first 6 weeks after the birth of your baby. What to expect and how to make the transition into parenthood as smooth as possible.

Booking information

To book on to a course please contact the teacher of your preferred course.

Private sessions also available - please contact teachers to arrange.

Exeter workshops:

The workshops start at 10am and finish at 5pm and are held at the Exeter Natural Health Centre, Queen’s Walk, Queen St. EX4 3RP (directions).

Cost:

£40 single, £75 per couple

Barnstaple Workshops:

Please contact Josie Holt for details on 07884 262140