- Mental preparation for birth , breathing awareness/patterns/ to induce relaxation, self awareness, clear coping strategies, imagery, creative visualisations, Tools of Hypnobirthing ®. Relaxation sessions/meditations- promoting confidence and empowerment.
 
-Physically promoting a more natural holistic approach towards pregnancy and birth, issues around detoxifying and decongesting in preparing the body to become 'prime' or 'optimum birth fit' for labour i.e. incorporating the use of reflexology and massage.
 
-providing clear information as to the different stages of labour
-understanding the mechanics of labour and how nature can work with us in reducing time in labour and reducing the potential for complications in labour.
-the signs of labour
-hormonal changes, how to maximise these hormones
-How long is it safe to stay at home? When do I go in to hospital? What can I expect?
-pain-relief, how can I help myself initally?
-the different types of pain-relief offered in hospitals, with further understanding in terms of scenarios that can follow,
-information and demonstration re movements and positions in labour and delivery,
-ways to iniatiate labour naturally, in the event that you go over your due date of delivery.
-the joy of birth-how to welcome your baby in to your world,
-feeding choices, (a dvd is shown to further assimilate the breastfeeding information discussed)
-how to look after your newborn,
-you and your partner,
-adjusting to parenthood,
-basic introduction in to infant massage followed by dvd (at present studying for diploma in infant massage)
-homeopathy for mother and baby.
 
Course file to take away based on all of the above.

Supplying Antenatal classes for the Co. Kildare, Co. Laois and Co Tipperary areas

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