antenatal class options

Birth & Baby Preparation

Labour, birth and having a baby is very individual, so it makes a difference to have personalised sessions that are tailored to you so you are well-informed and better prepared.

Whether this is your first, second or third baby, consultations give you the opportunity to focus on gathering the information you need.

Antenatal Course with Consultations

This is a thorough course based on experience, up-to-date information and proven practical skills to better prepare you for the reality of labour, birth and your new baby. This course is not about birth or babies being easy, it is about having good knowledge, being at the centre of your care, managing any challenges and knowing what you can do.

I can also help you to create an effective birth plan so you can communicate your needs.

8 antenatal course modules and resources

so you can gather knowledge and think about what you might need at the end of your pregnancy, for labour and birth and as a new parent.

three 60-90 minute antenatal consultations

These are conversations for your questions, to talk through any concerns and so you feel confident, reassured and better prepared for all births.

Face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle & Tyneside. With Zoom sessions, I can work with parents and families everywhere.

one 60-90 minute postnatal consultations

A conversation when your baby is here for your questions, to talk through any concerns and to see how you are doing.

Face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle & Tyneside. With Zoom sessions, I can work with parents and families everywhere.

ongoing email support

with each module, at the end of your pregnancy and during the early weeks with your new baby.

You can message me using the form below to arrange your consultations, which can work around your schedule.

£250


birth consultations

Birth Consultations: for 2nd-time parents

These consultations give you a combination of birth debrief, a focus on any concerns about birth or having a new baby and discussing specific options & strategies. So you will be better prepared with refreshed birth or baby knowledge.

We can also focus on creating a realistic birth plan so you can communicate your needs effectively.

three 60-90 minute consultations

These are conversations for your questions, to talk through any concerns and so you feel confident, reassured and better prepared for all births.

Face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle & Tyneside. With Zoom sessions, I can work with parents and families everywhere.

birth preparation resources

so you can gather knowledge and think about what you might need for labour and birth and as a new parent.

ideal for all second-time parents

To help you plan and prepare for labour and birth, for a vbac or for a caesarean and to talk through managing the potential challenges of life with a new baby.

You can message me using the form below to arrange your consultations, which can work around your schedule.

£150


New Baby Preparation

To be better prepared for the reality of life your new baby, these consultations will focus on:

  • the early days and weeks with your baby
  • your recovery
  • looking after yourself
  • newborn baby behaviour
  • being a new parent
  • feeding – breast, bottle & combination
  • safe sleep
  • practical babycare
  • common challenges
two 60-90 minute consultations

These are conversations for your questions, to talk through any concerns and so you feel confident, reassured and better prepared for life with your new baby.

Face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle & Tyneside. With Zoom sessions, I can work with parents and families everywhere.

new baby resources

so you can gather knowledge and think about what you might need for life with your new baby.

You can message me using the form below to arrange your consultations, which can work around your schedule.

£100


Birth Consultations: for specific issues

Relax & Breathe | Brilliantly simple and effective breathing and relaxation skills to use in pregnancy, for birth and with your baby.

Birth Debrief | To talk through and make sense of your previous birth as you prepare for labour and birth again.

Your Birth Plan | To create a realistic birth plan so you can communicate your needs effectively.

Easing Fears & Worries | For all expectant parents to talk through any concerns about labour and birth.

Induction Preparation | For anyone who is being induced so you know more about what to expect, your options and how to manage your induction

Caesarean Preparation | Getting you prepared for your planned caesarean with information, options and recovery.

Beyond Birth | To focus on specific issues around your recovery or life with your new baby

A 90-minute consultation

These are conversations for your questions, to talk through any concerns and so you feel confident, reassured and better prepared.

Face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle & Tyneside. With Zoom sessions, I can work with parents and families everywhere.

Resources

so you can gather knowledge and think about what you might need.

Ideal for all expectant parents

So you can plan, prepare and focus on what you need

To organise your sessions, which can work around your schedule, you can simply message me below and tell me more about what you need.

£60


birth consultations

My face-to-face consultations are ideal for parents across Newcastle
& Tyneside. With video sessions, I can work with parents everywhere.

As an experienced practitioner, I specialise in running consultations to give you the time to ask questions and to focus on what you need to be better prepared for labour, birth and your new baby.

With a calm, knowledgeable approach, my role is to provide you with information you can trust – based on evidence and experience – with ongoing support and reassurance. I am here to boost your confidence, to provide an experienced perspective and to help you develop effective coping strategies and plans for you, your birth and your family.

I also provide doula support as well as a consultation package, which may be of interest to you.

Please feel free to message me here with any queries and to arrange your consultations.

Working with parents since 2002

 


My practice is here for you every step of the way. Based in the North East, I work with parents everywhere.
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