Personalised · 10–12 hours
Full KGH 1:1 course
A personalised 1:1 course following the tried and tested Katharine Graves hypnobirthing method.
£350
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Hello, and congratulations on your pregnancy!
Birth can be a positive, calm, relaxed and powerful experience, regardless of how or where you give birth.
Read on to find out how I can help you achieve the best possible birth for you.
I teach in Italian too!
Choose the support that suits you
Hypnobirthing courses
Condensed · 4 hours
One-day workshop
A focused, personalised 1:1 class covering the essentials of hypnobirthing.
From £100
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KGH online course
Over eight hours of online video content, practical resources and my support through your pregnancy.
£45
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About me
I’m Manu
I am a scientist, mum of two wonderful little boys, and a certified KGH hypnobirthing teacher. When I first found out I was pregnant, my head went pretty quickly to the scary thing that stood between me and meeting my baby: the birth. I was resigned that it was going to be inevitably horrible. Then I discovered hypnobirthing.
At the beginning I was sceptical. As a scientist I needed evidence; anecdotes were not enough. The more I researched, the more I realised the principles on which hypnobirthing is based make complete scientific sense.
The birth of our son was a wonderful and powerful experience—so much so that it made me want to help other mothers create their best possible birth: calm, relaxed, positive and powerful, whatever the circumstances.
If this sounds interesting to you, get in touch, no strings attached, and we can discuss how we can build a path to your positive birth experience together.
Manu
Understanding the method
About hypnobirthing
Hypnobirthing is a birth preparation method that uses a combination of self-hypnosis, relaxation, breathing and visualisations to release fear and gain confidence, so on the birth day the mother can let her body do what it is naturally designed to do.
Fear and tension put us into freeze-flight-fight mode and produce adrenaline, which slows the birth process. A calm and relaxed mindset favours the production of oxytocin, one of the main hormones required for labour to progress.
Hypnobirthing gives you the tools to create the right environment, the knowledge to be in control of what you can and let go of what you cannot, and the confidence to work with your body rather than against it.
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Full KGH 1:1 course
Personal, thorough preparation
£350This is typically a 10–12 hour course that can be arranged to suit your times and needs. It can be held in the comfort of your own home, depending on location, or online. The presence of the birth partner is not necessary but highly recommended.
I can teach all classes in Italian too, with materials and audios in Italian.
What you will learn
- The physiology of labour and birth.
- How to effectively use breathing, visualisations, affirmations and relaxation during labour and birth.
- How to release fear to enjoy a positive, calm and confident birth experience.
- The important role of birth partners and how they can support mother and baby.
- How to create the best birth environment at home, in hospital and even in theatre.
- How to trust that your body and your baby know what to do.
- The most useful positions for pregnancy, labour and birth.
- How to ask questions, make informed decisions and navigate the healthcare system.
- The importance of the golden hour for baby and parents.
- An effective practice regime to accompany you to your birth.
What you will get
- 10–12 hours over three or four days, tailored to your needs
- Course handout
- Ongoing support by phone or email throughout your pregnancy
- The option to purchase relaxations designed specifically for you
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Four-hour workshop
The essentials, made personal
£100 online · £150 in personIf you are towards the end of your pregnancy, have limited time or budget, have already attended an antenatal class, or this is not your first child, this workshop may be for you.
This is a condensed, personalised 1:1 class. We cover the basics without going into as much detail as the full course. The presence of the birth partner is not necessary but highly recommended.
Included
- Up to four hours in one session, online or in person
- Course handout
- Ongoing support by phone or email through your pregnancy
- The option to purchase a personalised relaxation
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KGH online course
Learn in your own time
£45A complete antenatal education with all the benefits of hypnobirthing. It gives you essential tools for pregnancy, labour and birth and explains the fascinating logic of your body, hormones and mind.
What is included
- Over eight hours of video across 14 modules
- Ten audio relaxations and scripts to practise together
- Downloadable course booklet and birth-plan template
- Positive statements for an empowering birth
- A private Facebook support group
- My support by email, video call or phone until your birth
Free, no-obligation consultation
Let’s talk about your birth
Whether you already know which course suits you or simply want to ask a few questions, I’d love to hear from you.