Sometimes you need more than a group course can offer. Maybe your first birth left you with anxiety you need to work through. Maybe you want space to ask the questions you'd feel awkward asking in a group. Maybe your partner needs extra support to really understand what you need from them this time.Whatever's brought you here, this is in-depth, personalised support built entirely around you.
Book a Free CallNo two courses are the same. We start with a discovery call, and from there I build everything around you.
Course Format
This course is perfect if you:
- Had a previous birth that didn't go to plan and need to process that experience
- Have significant anxiety about labour and birth that requires dedicated attention
- Need your partner to be genuinely prepared and confident in how to support you
- Want dedicated time to work through your specific concerns without other couples present
- Have particular circumstances or medical history that you feel needs personalised consideration
4 Sessions
Four sessions, built around your schedule. You can choose to spread them across two days or four evenings, whichever works best for you! We'll sort the dates together before you start.
Location Options
In-Person at the Nurtured Studio
These sessions take place at the Nurtured Studio in Cullercoats, a calm, welcoming space designed to feel like a home from home. With soft lighting, cosy touches, and a nurturing atmosphere, it's a place where you can truly unwind, connect with your partner, and feel at ease as we prepare you for birth and beyond.
Online via Zoom
If travelling to Cullercoats doesn't work for you, or you'd simply prefer the comfort of your own home, we can deliver the full course online. You'll get the same personalised attention and tailored content, just from wherever feels most comfortable for you.
What's Included
Before We Even Start: Your Discovery Call
Before your first session, we'll have a discovery call. This is where I get to know you properly. Your previous birth experience, any anxieties you're carrying, what you need from your partner, and how you want the sessions to feel. It's not just admin. It's the foundation of everything that follows.
Full Antenatal Course - Bespoke to You
The science of birth, your hormones, how your mind and body work together, and how to create the right environment for your birth, wherever that is. Every session is shaped around what you actually need. More time on strategies to cope with anxiety? We'll stay there. Want to talk through your last birth first? We'll start there.
Resource Library
MP3s for relaxation and anxiety relief, a comprehensive workbooks covering pregnancy, birth and the 4th trimester, plus a birth plan template. All yours to keep.
Ongoing Support
You're never left figuring things out alone. I'm here between sessions to answer questions, help you explore your birth preferences, and point you towards anything that might help.
Free Follow-Up Hour
Once your course is complete, you can book a free hour with me via Zoom. Closer to your due date, after a midwife appointment that's left you with questions, or just when you need a bit of reassurance, it's there whenever you need it.
Pregnancy Meet-Ups
While you wait for your little one, you'll have the chance to connect with other expectant parents. We aim to meet at least once a month, a mix of in-person and online, so you can join from wherever you are.
Luxury Goodie Bag
A carefully chosen collection of little things to support you through pregnancy, birth, and those early newborn days. Birth combs, gentle scents, and a few comforting treats, all chosen with care.
Postnatal Support
Your support doesn't end when your baby arrives. Every 1:1 client receives 2 free Tummy Time sessions, suitable from birth. These gentle drop-in sessions give you a chance to connect with other new parents, ask questions, and feel supported as you navigate those early days together.
From someone who's been there
When I decided to do my hypnobirthing course, my husband was very sceptical about it. However, he listened to how much I wanted to do it and agreed to come along. After the first session he told me how valuable he felt it was and said "I wish we'd done this before our first was born"
I know first hand what it's like to have a birth that didn't go to plan and to carry anxiety into a second pregnancy. That's exactly why I offer 1:1 support, because sometimes you need dedicated time and space to work through those feelings and prepare differently this time.
Why 1:1 works..
Privacy. You can be completely open about your previous birth, your anxieties, and your relationship without other couples in the room.
Your pace. Need to spend a whole session on one thing? We will. Want to skip something that doesn't apply to you? We'll skip it.
Truly personalised. Every technique, every conversation, every example is shaped around your situation and your birth preferences.
Partner focus. If your partner needs extra support or wasn't confident last time, they get proper attention here. No pressure, no audience.
Flexibility. We work around your schedule and can adjust how and where we meet to suit you.
Cost of the Course
Investment
In-Person at the Nurtured Studio: £295 Your own dedicated, calm space in Cullercoats for every session.
Online via Zoom: £265 The full course, delivered from the comfort of your own home.
Both options include everything listed above. The same personalised attention, the same bespoke content, the same ongoing support. Just a different setting.
"Ready to get started? Book your free discovery call"
It's just a chat. We'll talk through what you need, sort your dates, and go from there.
Once everything's confirmed, a £50 deposit secures your place. The remaining balance is due 3 weeks before your first session.
"Is birth preparation really worth the investment?"
I hear you. It's a lot of money. But if you're asking that question, let me be honest with you.
Yes. It is.
You probably wouldn't think twice about spending £1,000 on a pram or £300 on a cot. And those things matter. But birth preparation matters just as much, if not more.
How you feel about your birth affects your recovery, your bonding, your confidence as a new parent, your relationship with your partner. This isn't just a course. It's an investment in how you'll feel about one of the most significant moments of your life, and how you carry that forward into parenthood.
Not sure if this is right for you?
Just get in touch. No pressure, no pitch, just an honest chat about what would actually work best for you.
bex@nurturedbirthandbeyond.co.uk
07885 459283
So, what's next?
Frequently asked questions
Is hypnobirthing just for people who want a natural birth?
Not at all. The techniques work in any birth setting, whether you're planning a home birth, a hospital birth, a water birth, or a caesarean. They work alongside epidurals, they work during inductions, and they work when things don't go to plan. Real preparation means being ready for anything, not just the ideal scenario.
Will hypnobirthing guarantee me a pain free birth?
No, and anyone who tells you otherwise isn't being honest with you. What hypnobirthing does is give you tools to manage the intensity of labour, reduce fear and tension, and stay as calm and focused as possible. Many people find that changes their experience significantly. But every birth is different and the goal is always to feel prepared and in control, not to promise you a perfect outcome.
What actually is Hypnobirthing?
Hypnobirthing is a method of birth preparation that combines breathing techniques, relaxation, visualisation, and an understanding of how your mind and body work together during labour. The "hypno" part puts a lot of people off but it's not about being in a trance or losing control. It's actually the opposite. It's about feeling calm, informed, and in control of your experience, whatever that looks like.
When should I start a Hypnobirthing course?
Anytime between 16 and 34 weeks is ideal, though earlier is absolutely fine if you're feeling anxious. The earlier you start, the more time you have to practise the techniques until they feel second nature, and the longer I'm in your corner throughout your pregnancy. That ongoing support really does make a difference. If you're further along than 34 weeks, don't panic. Just get in touch and we'll figure out what works for your timeline. It's never too late to feel more prepared.
My partner is sceptical. Should we still book?
Yes. Sceptical partners are welcome here, in fact they're pretty common! Tell them to come along with an open mind and see what they think after the first session. The approach is rooted in science and psychology, not crystals and whale music. Most sceptical partners come out of the first session saying they wish they'd known about this sooner. It's practical, evidence based, and genuinely useful for them too, not just you.
How is this different from just watching YouTube videos or reading a book?
Books and videos are great for information. But information on its own doesn't prepare you for birth. What actually makes a difference is knowing how to use the techniques when you're in the middle of a surge and your brain isn't in its calmest place. That takes practice, guidance, and someone who can tailor things to how you specifically respond under pressure. You'll also have ongoing support throughout your pregnancy so if something comes up, a difficult midwife appointment, a wobble at 3am, a question you forgot to ask, I'm there. No YouTube video can do that. And your partner gets to actually learn alongside you, not just read over your shoulder.
I had a really difficult first birth. Is hypnobirthing still right for me?
Honestly, it might be the most right for you. Working through a previous birth experience is something we can do together, at your pace. The 1:1 course is specifically designed for this, there's space to process what happened before, and then build genuine confidence for this time.
How do I book a course?
You can book any of the courses directly through this website. Simply browse our antenatal or postnatal courses, choose the dates that suit you, and reserve your place online. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch.
What makes your antenatal courses different?
Honestly? A few things. My courses go beyond standard hypnobirthing techniques. You'll cover the science of birth, pain relief options, how to advocate for yourself in the room, and what to expect in those early postnatal weeks too. It's genuinely comprehensive. Every course also includes ongoing support throughout your pregnancy, not just during the sessions. And because I've been through a difficult birth myself and come out the other side, I'm not just teaching techniques I've read about. I know what it feels like, and that shapes everything about how I teach. There's also no one-size-fits-all here. Whether you choose 1:1, group, or online, the content is designed around real people, not a textbook.