Packed full of experience and expertise, each course and guide is clear and practical, providing you with a foundation of robust knowledge, strategies and ideas.
I’m here to help you know more about birth, babies and what you can do to work through the challenges. The resources accompany my 1:1 sessions with parents and they are designed to provide knowledge with a balance of options so you can find what works for you.
After working with parents for over 20 years, I know how different this can be for everyone and how individual birth and babies can be. This isn’t about one correct way to do this, it’s about being reassured, empowered and confident.
Your complete guide
to Birth & Babies
This is thorough preparation for your labour, birth & baby. You can gather knowledge, plan, prepare and think about what you might need at the end of your pregnancy, for labour and birth and as a new parent.
- labour
- birth
- managing pain & energy
- relax & breathe
- birth challenges
- meeting your baby
- your new baby
- how babies work
Or you can focus on specific issues with these
birth & baby guides
For your pregnancy, to use during labour and birth and when your baby is here.
For an overview of labour & birth and what could make a difference to you.
Practical knowledge about using and becoming familiar with positions and movement in pregnancy, during labour and when your baby is here.
To better understand the challenges, options and decisions that can be part of labour and birth.
Practical knowledge about using a birthing pool for labour and for birth.
Practical information about induction, how it works, what to expect, your options and potential strategies.
Practical information about having an epidural, how it works, what to expect, your options and potential strategies.
A simple and reassuring look at what to expect during the first three months with your baby.
A reassuring guide to baby behaviour and development so you know what’s normal and what to expect from you and your baby.
A simple and reassuring guide to naps, night sleep and strategies for tiredness.
A simple and reassuring guide to take the stress out of weaning.
You can read these courses and guides at your own pace and I encourage you to make notes, write questions and develop your own strategies. You can also book a conversation with me to talk through your questions.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Janine Smith, Antenatal & Postnatal Specialist
* Strengthening knowledge
* Providing insights into working with & supporting parents
* Creating community, conversations & reassurance for parents
antenatal & postnatal specialist 