'I wanted to do a private course because I had so much fear around giving birth that I really wanted to have 121 support. I was not disappointed. Sofie's warmth, knowledge and enthusiasm about birthing without fear was infectious. I finished each session feeling so excited and much more knowledgable about my choices. I am pleased to say all the practice paid off and we had the birth experience we hoped for. It wasn't quiet by any means but it was amazing and I felt so proud of myself. I am so pleased I took the time to connect with my body and my baby and trust it to do its job when birthing my baby. It was totally amazing!' |
'Sofie’s approach is very warm and approachable and she immediately makes you feel lovely and relaxed. We opted for private sessions and found them to be informative as well as fun, meaning each session seemed to fly by! We were surprised at the amount we learnt, not just about hypnobirthing techniques but also about birth in general and the choices we didn’t know we had! We came away feeling positive, empowered and much better informed, which is more than we could have hoped for.' |
'We are absolutely thrilled! I am so so glad we did a private course with you, knowing what we were going into and having the weeks of practice on staying calm and most importantly thinking positively and reminding Kate that she was in control and that this was a natural, healthy process not to be feared.. it all meant we had the beautiful home birth that Kate dreamed of. If we opted for home birth without hypnobirthing I think we both agree we would have been so much less prepared.' |
Private Hypnobirthing course
If you would like to have a tailored Hypnobirthing programme to meet your need and discuss your personal circumstances in the comfort of your own home* then this course is for you.
You will receive a full Hypnobirthing and antenatal education about what happens to your body and your baby's journey during labour and birth and in the 'golden hour' after birth. I will guide you through deeply relaxing self-hypnosis exercises and visualisations that you will practice during class and between sessions. We will also do some exercises to release any fears or negative emotions you have around birth, so that you feel positive and empowered to make the right choices for you and your family around the birth of your baby. When the time comes to have your baby everything you have learned and practiced should harmonise together; so you can listen to and work with your body with confidence to birth your baby calmly and safely.
I can run a private course in my home in the day time on a weekday morning. However if you live in the Brighton, Hove or Portslade area and would prefer an evening course I can come to you at no extra cost, except to cover parking.
I am happy to do a group booking at a negotiated fee if you would like to organise a course with another couple.
You are welcome to do the classes alone, however I do encourage you to bring a birth partner so you can practice the techniques together and support each other throughout your birthing journey.
The best time to start a course is in your second trimester (from 16 to 30 weeks). To get the most out of your course it is advised that you practice the skills every day until you go into labour.
Your investment of £365** includes:
- A tailored course to meet your needs over 2, 3 or 4 sessions (10 hours total)
- A full antenatal education about what to expect during labour and birth using birth beads
- Fear release work around birth concerns
- Breathing techniques throughout labour and birth
- Visualisation skills and birth affirmations to support you during your birthing journey
- Relaxation and massage techniques you can practice with your birth partner
- Support with your birth plan and managing expectations/scenarios directed from the medical profession
- Hypnobirthing birth videos and long guided relaxations to help you get into a calm state of mind
- A folder containing all the techniques and scripts you need to practice relaxation and positive mindfulness around birth
- The Katharine Graves Hypnobirthing book and welcome pack
- The Colour and Calmness relaxation MP3
- Follow up session emails and on-going support via phone, text, email or Skype to answer any questions or concerns leading up to your baby's birth
*in the Brighton, Hove and Portslade area only
**payment plans are available
