Hello, my name is Brenda O'Toole and you are very welcome to aleanbh-antenatal.ie
 
Your pregnancy is an amazing journey and an opportunity for growth. It is an opportunity for us to understand ourselves, our bodies even more as we grow mentally and physically for the birth.
 
Your precious baby too is preparing for birth and I believe it is every baby's right to be born as gently  and calmly in to this world.
 
That is why proper ante-natal preparation is crucial in understanding the birthing process. Research has shown that women who prepare mentally and physically for birth have shorter labours, less discomfort, fewer complications and thus proceed to have a positive experience around this important 'rite of passage'.
 
This 'active birth programme' aims to promote a positive experience around pregnancy birth and early parenthood by:

1.) encouraging 'informed choices' to the challenges of your pregnancy, labour and post-natal period through education, based on up to date evidence based research and hospital guidelines re pregnancy and birth.

2.) exploring the use of complementary therapies as a safe means of support at all stages, i.e. homeopathy, reflexology and massage.

3.) to promote bonding between you, your partner and baby at this precious chapter in your life.

Facilitated by an experienced registered midwife, professional homeopath and reflexologist.
 
Small informal groups, 6 couples max in a friendly relaxed open environment.

Hypnobirthing® classes also now available, please see Hypnobirthing® page for details.

Comments from Previous Participants...

"really enjoyed the course on Saturday, it really put my mind at rest.  It was exactly what I wanted, information without being clinical and scary" - Caroline from Kildare

"the holistic approach to pregnancy and birth really appealed to us with excellent content" - Bernadette from Naas

"really enjoyed the day and feel I now have the information to go forward, very well constructed programme" - Sinead & Frank, Kildare

"very thorough, practical, lots of demonstrations, really enjoyed the relaxations, plenty of time given to answer everyone's questions, friendly and non judgemental environment" - Sarah & Kevin, Co. Laois