In just 4 weeks, we’ll guide you through everything you need to feel confident, calm, and ready for your baby’s birth using our Signature Birthing Method. 

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​​The Complete Antenatal Course is designed to guide you through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Built around six essential pillars, called the STORK’S Compass, is our signature birthing approach which helps you feel calm, prepared, and supported for every stage of your journey. Each class integrates these principles with hypnobirthing techniques, hands-on baby care practice, and guided relaxation.

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The STORK’S Compass - Our Signature Birthing Method:

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Support

Birth is not something you do alone. From your birth partner to your midwives and care team, building a strong support system is key. This course covers how your birth partner can be your greatest advocate, giving them the confidence to provide emotional and practical support. You’ll learn how to understand your birth rights and communicate your preferences effectively.

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We also cover birth preferences versus birth plans, helping you create a flexible approach that supports your ideal birth while being adaptable to different scenarios.

Understanding common obstetric conditions ensures you feel confident in discussions with your care team – we cover the most common.

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Thriving Together​

Birth is just the beginning—your journey continues into the fourth trimester as you transition into early. The golden hour after birth is a crucial time for bonding with your baby, and we’ll discuss how to make the most of this special moment. Postpartum recovery will be covered in depth, including what to expect physically and emotionally, and how to support your healing.

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Newborn care is also a key focus, with hands-on practice in essential skills like nappy changing, bathing, safe sleep, and soothing techniques. By the end of the course, you’ll feel prepared and confident in your new role as a parents.

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Openness

Every birth is different, and flexibility is key to feeling empowered, no matter how your journey unfolds. This course will help you approach birth with an open mind, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate different birth scenarios.

 

Whether your birth is natural, assisted, or via caesarean, you’ll understand what to expect and how to stay in control.

We’ll also explore the induction of labour—when and why it’s offered, the process, and how to maintain a calm mindset. Whether your birth goes to plan or takes an unexpected turn, you will feel prepared for any eventuality.

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Resilience

Birth is both a physical and emotional experience, and a strong mindset makes all the difference. Managing fear and anxiety through breathing and mindfulness techniques will be a key focus, helping you stay calm and confident throughout labour. You’ll learn about the role of hormones in birth—how oxytocin, adrenaline, and endorphins work together—and how to create the best environment to support them. Pain relief options will be covered, from hypnobirthing techniques to medical interventions, ensuring you feel empowered to make the right choices for you.

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We’ll also explore the biomechanics of birth, using movement and positioning to support labour progression. Perineal massage and preparation techniques will be introduced to help reduce the risk of tearing and aid recovery.

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Knowledge

Understanding how birth works gives you the confidence to trust your body and make informed choices. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the labour stages, helping you know what to expect at each step.

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The Pain Gate Theory will be introduced, providing insight into how to manage discomfort naturally. You’ll also learn about baby positioning, when the head engages, and how this impacts labour progression.

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Practical preparation is also key, so we’ll guide you through packing your hospital bag—covering everything you and your baby will need for birth and the early days postpartum.

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Practical Feeding Workshop Included

Feeding your baby is one of the most important aspects of early parenthood, and we dedicate time to covering all feeding options. This hands-on session includes:

• Breastfeeding techniques & positions to find what works best for you.

• How to tell if your baby is feeding effectively.

• Expressing breast milk—when, why, and how.

• How to make up formula feeds safely and bottle-feeding guidance including paced feeding techniques.

• Understanding common feeding challenges like engorgement, mastitis, and latch issues, with practical solutions.

• Responsive feeding cues—learning to recognise when your baby is hungry or full.

• Whether you plan to breastfeed, bottle-feed, or combination feed, this session ensures you feel fully prepared.

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Serenity

​Birth doesn’t have to be stressful—hypnobirthing and relaxation techniques help you stay calm and in control. This course includes breathing techniques to manage contractions and promote relaxation, alongside guided visualisations to reinforce positive birth experiences.

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Each session ends with a short meditation, giving you time to connect with your baby and cultivate a sense of calm. By practicing these techniques regularly, you’ll feel more confident and at ease as you approach your birth.

 

How It All Comes Together

• Each class is two hours long and is designed to give you a balanced mix of education, practical skills, and relaxation. You’ll learn about all birth scenarios and baby care essentials, practice hypnobirthing techniques to promote confidence and calm, and take part in a hands-on baby care session each week, covering feeding, nappy changing, and soothing your newborn.

• We end every class with a guided relaxation exercise, helping you to feel connected, prepared, and empowered for the journey ahead.