I teach group hypnobirthing classes in Leeds and also hypnobirthing classes in Huddersfield.

For private hypnobirthing classes, I can do these online or visit your home if you’re within 30 minutes drive of Leeds, Huddersfield or Holmfirth.

My pregnancy relaxation and breastfeeding antenatal classes are online.

The ideal time to begin the course is between 20 and 32 weeks of pregnancy. This gives you time to use the information during your pregnancy, and have more time for preparation. The more time you have to practice the techniques and use the decision-making tools, the better.

However please don’t worry if you have passed this point in pregnancy; you can still benefit from a course! I have taught people as late as 39 weeks!

Don’t worry: although starting earlier is preferable, it is rarely too late! Get in touch, as one-to-one condensed classes can often be organised quickly (subject to availability), so they could be done before your estimated due date.

Women have had wonderful births using hypnobirthing days after they have completed the course!

This is quite common! Many people are a bit wary of the ‘hypno’ part of hypnobirthing. Yes, this does relate to hypnosis, but no, it is not about somebody swinging a pendulum and having power over you. It refers to deep relaxation, and you are always in control. Nothing ‘out-there’ about it!

Hypnobirthing will be successful whether or not either of you are sceptical. My courses are rooted in evidence-based science. I will teach you about the physiology of birth, your choices, decision-making techniques, how to be a great birth partner, and loads and loads of useful, practical information. Understanding the course material and practicing the techniques is the important part. In addition it is very rare for a person to be sceptical after completing the course: usually at the end of the first class they can see what a wonderful, rational course it is and how it will positively impact on the birth of their baby.

• Between 8-10 hours of fun and friendly tuition.

• A fantastic course handbook and hypnobirthing MP3s.

• Pregnancy essential oil blend and birth affirmations.

• Invites to regular meet-ups of local families.

• Free access to important online courses on breastfeeding and what to expect after birth.

• Ongoing support from me via email, text or phone.

Occasionally during pregnancy or labour, circumstances may arise that means there may be a choice between a vaginal birth and a caesarean section. Hypnobirthing teaches you the skills to make an informed decision, so you can decide what is right for you and your baby.

Sometimes you will choose a caesarean in advance of labour, known as an elective c-section. I teach specific courses to prepare for a calm caesarean.

If you have a caesarean birth, hypnobirthing can help you to relax and feel calm in a situation that could otherwise be quite scary. All hypnobirthing classes explain briefly about c-sections, so although we don’t focus on this in the full birth courses, if you end up choosing this birth, you would know what to expect. We also cover techniques and tips for coping with the unexpected.

Yes! Hypnobirthing is powerful whether this is your first or your fifth baby. Some women who have birthed previously may have been disappointed by their previous birth experiences. They may feel that the birth of their child was not calm or enjoyable, or even experienced birth trauma.

I have worked with many families for their healing birth, and I am also a trauma-informed hypnobirthing teacher.

We can work together to ensure you feel more confident about this next birth.

NCT run popular antenatal courses, which cover a variety of topics, one of which is birth. Hypnobirthing is a full birth preparation course that focuses on labour and birth. It provides much more information, more techniques and more practical information about labour and birth than other antenatal courses.

I did both an NCT course and a hypnobirthing course, and found both useful, but without hypnobirthing my birth would have been a very different story! Many of my families say the same.

Having a ‘live’ teacher, who can interact with you, personalise teaching for you, and teach using a variety of techniques, is always going to be much more effective for your learning. The opportunity to ask questions and have discussions is extremely valuable. In addition, I provide ongoing support to you which is incredibly valuable if things come up during your pregnancy (which is increasingly happening). I also provide you with a workbook, MP3s, and a few other goodies!