The Confident Birth Course
The Confident Birth Course covers all the content included in the UK’s number one selling antenatal classes… and SO much more! And I know this for certain, because I teach those classes too!
Beyond Birth is different. You’re not just a number with me. My small groups are designed so that we can REALLY get to know each other and I will be in your corner until your baby arrives… and beyond. If you are looking for a more private, exclusive approach rather than a big group in a village hall, I am your woman!
The Confident Birth Course will leave you feeling truly prepared for the reality of giving birth in today’s maternity system - combining hypnobirthing techniques with practical tools to help you feel calm, informed and confident advocating for yourself. Not only that, but each class ends with a wonderful relaxation, designed to leave you feeling calm and prepared for anything.
With The Confident Birth Course, you will feel fully equipped for labour, birth and caring for your baby.
“As first time parents we left feeling much more confident with labour with lots of tools on how to prepare your mindset, the reality of the day and take ownership of your birth story. I also loved the couple element and it really helped my husband feel involved in the birthing process and know clearly how he can support me. Lauren creates a safe and friendly environment and answered any questions we had. I would highly recommend”
When are the next available dates?
July course: Thursdays from 2nd to 30th July, 18:00-21:00 - ideal for babies due in September or October **TWO SPACES REMAINING**
September course: Fridays from 4th September to 2nd October, 18:00-21:00 - perfect for babies due in November or December
November/December course: Thursdays from 12th November to 10th December, 18:00-21:00 - ideal for babies due in January or February
If these dates don’t work for you, one to one sessions can be arranged at times that suit you.
What will I learn?
Session One - Straightforward vaginal birth: how birth works, hormones, birth environment, informed decision making, the background of hypnobirthing, breathwork and relaxation.
Session Two - When birth needs medical support: Pain management, induction of labour, assisted birth, caesarean birth, navigating today’s maternity system with confidence and releasing fears.
Session Three - Planning for birth and the postnatal period: writing a birth plan, the role of the birth partner, planning for the postnatal period, perinatal mental health.
Session Four - Feeding your baby: full preparation for breastfeeding, expressing, combination feeding, formula milk and anything else you might want to know.
Session Five - Caring for your baby: safer sleep, nappy changing, bathing, soothing a crying baby and baby brain development to help you to get parenting off to the best possible start.
Every session ends with a calming relaxation to leave you feeling ready for the week ahead.
What’s included?
5x three hour in-person classes in a friendly small group environment, follow up resources after every session PLUS a one hour social reunion after your babies have all arrived.
A hypnobirthing manual, which is packed full of information to support you.
Six guided hypnosis and relaxation MP3 recordings for you to use whenever you want.
A welcome pack full of wonderful things for you and your baby.
Refreshments and snacks throughout the course.
How much will it cost?
The Confident Birth Course costs £345 per couple/pair for a group course, or £645 for a bespoke one to one course. You can reserve your space with a 50% deposit, with the remaining amount due 14 days before your course begins. Monthly payment plans can be set up on request.
Where are the classes?
My classes are held at my cosy workshop space on Haywra Street in central Harrogate. It is a comfortable ‘home from home’ venue, with sofas, blankets, snacks, gentle lights and calm vibes. I hope you’ll love it as much as I do!
Why Beyond Birth?
I am a fully qualified and highly experienced antenatal teacher and breastfeeding counsellor, having trained, volunteered and worked with NCT for over seven years, so you can feel confident that you’re in safe, confident hands. I am also a highly rated hypnobirthing practitioner with many years’ experience.
The Confident Birth Course is proudly independent and based on sharing up to date, evidence-based information in a manageable and fun way, to enable you to form your own opinions and plans for your birth and parenting journey.
This course tends to attract likeminded people who want to prepare for a calm and positive birth experience, so you’ll have a wonderful support network and there’s a good chance you’ll make friends for life!
I don’t send any homework to do in your own time - all content is delivered face to face in my relaxing studio space in central Harrogate by one friendly practitioner (me!).
Group or one to one?
Group courses are ideal for anyone hoping to meet likeminded expectant parents at a similar stage in their pregnancy. I keep groups intentionally small to help to create a friendly environment where we all get to know each other really well. My groups often develop close, long-lasting friendships because they’ve shared such a special, bonding experience together.
A bespoke one to one course can be tailored precisely to your needs and can be run in the privacy of your own home if you are looking for an extra element of exclusivity. I have experience working with well-known people and I am always happy to sign an NDA if required.
When should I book?
Every Confident Birth Course listed on my website has recommended “due dates” so you can pick the course that best suits you.
For a one to one course, I would recommend starting the course at around 28-32 weeks of pregnancy.
Please feel free to get in touch with me if you have any questions at all, or click below to book.