My Services – Pregnancy, Birth & Postnatal Support For Empowered Families

Join Helen and me at inspireHER Women’s Hub every Saturday at 9.30am for our Pregnancy Yoga & Active Birth class. You’ll release muscle tension, ease common pregnancy complaints and prepare your body for birth in our wonderfully relaxing sessions.  

Perfect for: People who want to keep their bodies moving in pregnancy ~ who want to help relieve pain and tension in their bodies ~ those who want to relax, and connect with their babies ~ second-time parents who haven’t had as much opportunity to connect to this pregnancy as they did their first.
Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £8.50
Includes:  
– 1 hour class
– expert-led movement
– nourishing guided meditation
– access to expert support.

A monthly gathering at inspireHER Women’s Hub to inspire confidence, increase positivity and build a supportive community for pregnant folk of all stages of pregnancy. You’ll experience breathwork, maternal journaling, a topic discussion and a deeply relaxing guided meditation. 

Perfect for: Pregnant people who want to feel completely relaxed and nourished through their pregnancies ~ those looking for a deeper pregnancy experience ~ people who want to build on their antenatal education.
Most suitable from: any stage of pregnancy
Costs: £10
Includes:
– 1.5 hour workshop
– breathwork to calm your nervous system and aid birth
– journaling specifically for pregnancy and parenthood
– expert-led topic discussion
– peer support from others like you
– nurturing tailored guided meditation
– access to an experienced birth professional.

• Your online antenatal support – on hand to guide you through pregnancy and the first 2 weeks as a new parent. Receive reassurance, evidence-based information and a safe place to ask all the “silly questions” (spoiler: none are silly!). Be confident of an honest, unbiased, and informed response.
  
  Perfect for: Families who want a deeper level of support and access to birth expertise on their own schedule via a digital doula service.  
  Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
• Costs: £350 
• Includes:  
• – evidence-based information and support about anything and everything from pregnancy to birth and early parenthood 
• – 1 hour Getting To Know You zoom with you and your birth partner so we’re aligned on your hopes, preferences, and goals
• – WhatsApp support (daytime) from booking to 2 weeks postnatal for you to ask questions, receive signposting to trusted resources, and have a sounding board for your thoughts 
• – digital access to Hypnobirthing tracks to help you relax and feel confident.

A private antenatal course that combines Hypnobirthing with the principles of active birth biomechanics to bring understanding of what happens to your body in labour, and how you can give birth more easily. You’ll feel confident that you’ll be able to optimise your environment and body to help you birth.

Perfect for: Those planning vaginal births ~ second-time parents who want a refresher ~ first-time parents who want to explore how they can help themselves birth more easily.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £160
Includes:
– 4 hour home-based workshop
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– expert-led, evidence-based session
– Hypnobirthing
– breathing techniques to help ease fear and manage pain
– hormone optimisation techniques to help labour progress efficiently
– birth positions that will encourage baby’s movement (and those which might hinder!)
– coping strategies such as massage
– guided visualisations to build calm confidence
– access to digital Hypnobirthing tracks for ongoing preparation.

A fully comprehensive, in-depth antenatal course that explores birth and infant feeding education, the choices ahead of you with Hypnobirthing and active birth principles woven through. You’ll be fully equipped to feel informed and confident whatever path your birth takes.

Perfect for: Parents who want to deep dive into antenatal education ~ first-time parents who want to feel prepared and confident ~ second-time parents who want to understand what didn’t go to plan in their previous birth.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £400
Includes:
– 10 hour at-home workshop
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– experienced and expert professional-led session
– Hypnobirthing
– what your place of birth options are; home, birth centre, labour ward
– what happens to your body during labour and birth
– pain relief options available and how to make choices confidently
– interventions explained; from sweeps to sections and everything in between
– birth positions to help your baby be birthed
– what happens when the placenta is delivered
– breathing techniques to help reduce fear and manage pain
– hormone optimisation techniques to support a calmer, more efficient birth
– advocacy tools and skills to help you feel in control
– an understanding of the maternity system and how to navigate it
– breastfeeding, formula feeding, and normal feeding behaviour
– Hypnobirthing tracks for you to download and use anytime.

A comprehensive exploration of caesarean sections to help you feel informed and confident about caesarean birth. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what happens during the procedure, feel empowered knowing the choices you can make along the way, and how to support your recovery postnatally.

Perfect for: Families who have planned a caesarean ~ people who want to feel fully prepared for whatever birth they might have.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £160
Includes:
– 4 hour home-based course
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– expertise from a birth professional
– what to expect on the day of a caesarean
– step-by-step understanding of the procedure
– medicines commonly used during birth
– the choices you can make before and during the birth
– comfort tools and techniques for calm and confidence
– how to support your postnatal recovery.

A fully tailored private antenatal course designed entirely around you. Build your own package from a wide range of traditional antenatal education, holistic birth comfort measures, and powerful tools such as Hypnobirthing and birth biomechanics. You’ll receive a unique course that meets your individual needs, preferences, and goals – because no two births or families are the same.

Perfect for: Parents want to dive deep into antenatal education ~those who want to explore holistic birth support and powerful birth tools not available as standard ~ those who know that a broad and deep education is the key to building confidence ~ families who need and deep connection and trust with their antenatal educator to build confidence in their own ability.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £200
Includes:
– min. 4 hours at-home antenatal education
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– expertise from a birth professional qualified in antenatal educator as well as holistic birth services
Select from the choice of topics below, or get in touch to discuss alternatives:
– birthplace options; home, birth centre, hospital
– the different stages of labour and what’s happening in your body
– pain relief options; pharmacological and non-pharmacological
– birth interventions, from sweeps to sections and everything in between
– birth positions to help you birth your baby
– what happens when the placenta is delivered
– breathing techniques to manage pain and reduce fear
– hormone optimisation techniques for a smoother, calmer birth
– deep dive into topics such as birthing a big baby and induction of labour
– Hypnobirthing techniques and guided visualisations
– advocacy tools and skills to give you confidence to help you birth your way
– an understanding of the maternity system
– breastfeeding, formula feeding, and normal feeding behaviour
– pregnancy yoga-inspired movement for balance and comfort
– rebozo techniques for pregnancy and birth
– aromatherapy for birth
– Hypnobirthing tracks for you to download and use whenever you want.

Learn how to safely use aromatherapy and acupressure to support your birth experience. You’ll feel confident knowing which essential oils can be used, and how to safely use them during pregnancy and birth itself.

Perfect for: Parents who are curious about the benefit of holistic birth support ~ those who want to unlock the potential of essential oils to support their birth ~ people keen to learn how massage can ease birth pain and increase the effectiveness of labour.
Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £40
Includes:
– 1 hour in-home workshop
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– safe, qualified instruction
– which essential oils can be used safely in pregnancy and birth
– the benefits of each essential oil including which will help relax you, which may help contractions, which may relieve pain, which may reduce nausea
– how to create unique blends based on smell preferences and needs
– massage strokes to benefit you
– acupressure techniques to manage discomfort and encourage progress during labour
– tips for creating a soothing birth space and enhancing your experience, wherever you’re giving birth.
– fully comprehensive digital resource guide for ongoing reference.

Learn how to use the rebozo scarf to help relieve tension and soreness from your body in pregnancy and birth. You’ll learn how to confidently use the techniques yourself so you can use them wherever and whenever you want.

Perfect for: People seeking gentle relief from aches and pains in pregnancy ~ those who want a powerful extra birth tool to support them ~ those who want their birth partner to have practical, supportive tools to help.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £40
Includes:
– 1 hour in-home workshop
– you, and up to 2 birth partners
– safe, qualified teaching from a birth professional
– hip-wrapping to support the weight of your bump
– ‘sifting’ to release tension and pain from the spine, muscles, ligaments and fascia during pregnancy and birth
– techniques to help encourage moving baby into an optimal position
– methods to help if things feel ‘stuck’ in labour
– ways to use the scarf to assist birthing positions.

A nourishing therapeutic relaxation session for you in the third trimester. It brings together gentle movement, rebozo sifting and guided meditation all enhanced with carefully selected aromatherapy. You’ll release tension and pain, relax and calm your mind, and boost the all important oxytocin ready for your birthing day.

Perfect for: Those who want gentle relief from aches and pains in pregnancy ~ people who are looking for a unique way to experience self-care during pregnancy ~ those past their due date who want to gently prepare their bodies for labour.
Most suitable from: 28 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £40
Includes:
– 1 hour at-home session
– qualified pregnancy wellness practitioner
– carefully curated pregnancy-safe aromatherapy blends to guide you into relaxation
– movement and rebozo bodywork to release tension from common problem areas
– movement and rebozo bodywork to help baby move into an optimal position
– guided meditation to aid your deep release and bring a sense of calm.

A relaxed, nurturing session at inspireHER Women’s Hub combining baby massage with a calm, supportive environment. You’ll learn baby massage techniques that can help alleviate common symptoms such as wind, promote bonding and maybe even get a bit more sleep!

Perfect for: Parents looking for a judgement-free baby class ~ those looking for their first baby class to attend ~ new parents who want to be nurtured as much as their babies.
Most suitable from: 2 weeks until crawling
Costs from: £8.50
Includes:
– 1.5 hour session
– expert-led baby massage and infant feeding professional
– baby massage techniques that may relieve digestive discomfort, promote bonding, promote sleep, increase oxytocin
– a safe space to make friends, build your community, and learn from others.

A nourishing postnatal womb massage to bring ease and comfort to your body after giving birth. You’ll receive hands-on massage, rebozo sifting and a guided meditation to help you relax and recover.

Perfect for: Those looking for a natural and effective way to help recovery from childbirth ~ people who are looking for a unique way to experience self-care during their postpartum ~ those who are looking for an emotional recovery from birth.
Most suitable from: when you’ve recovered from birth (min 6 weeks post-caesarean section)
Costs from: £40
Includes:
– 1 hour at-home session
– qualified postnatal wellness practitioner
– carefully curated aromatherapy blends to guide you into relaxation and support your postnatal recovery
– massage of your womb space and hips to gently bring your body back into alignment after pregnancy and birth
– rebozo bodywork to release tension and pain from common problem areas
– guided meditation to aid your deep relaxation and bring a sense of calm.

A private course for you to learn in the comfort of your own home. You’ll learn baby massage techniques that can help alleviate common symptoms such as wind, promote good attachment and maybe even get a bit more sleep!

Perfect for: Parents who prefer a 1-2-1 setting ~ families who have an unpredictable schedule ~ families who want both parents to master the techniques.
Most suitable from: 2 weeks until crawling
Costs from: £160
Includes:
– min. 4 x 1 hour home based sessions
– you, and up to 2 caregivers
– expert-led baby massage and infant feeding professional
– baby massage techniques that may relieve digestive discomfort, promote bonding, promote sleep, increase oxytocin.

Your comprehensive evidence-based video antenatal course, designed to help you make your own informed decisions throughout pregnancy and labour. Access expert guidance at your own pace, wherever you are, and gain confidence in your knowledge and choices.

Perfect for: Parents who want flexible education on their own schedule ~ second-time parents seeking a refresher ~ those not local to Stockport Birth Services.
Most suitable from: 20 weeks pregnancy
Costs: £20
Includes:
– access to 25 videos
– expert education from an experienced birth professional
– evidence-based information on the fundamentals of birth, pain relief, interventions, birth partner support.
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Do you want to know more about induction of labour? This comprehensive resource is jam-packed with information that can help you make your birth choices!

Perfect for: Parents who want to learn more about induction early in their pregnancy to feel prepared ~ those who have been offered an induction and want to understand their options fully.
Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
Costs: £7.50
Includes:
– 32-page guide to everything you need to know
– expert education from an experienced birth professional
– clear information on what induction of labour is, how it happens, why it’s offered, how to make your decision, alternative methods of induction.
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A unique collection of Hypnobirthing tracks to help you relax into your pregnancy and create a positive, confident mindset about your upcoming labour.

Perfect for: Parents who want to easily access the power of Hypnobirthing visualisations at home ~ those who want to supplement their antenatal education.
Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
Costs: £10
Includes:
– 6 Hypnobirthing tracks
– created by a qualified Hypnobirthing practitioner
– guidance to trust your body, tap into your body’s ability to relax, increase confidence in yourself, prepare for birth.
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A guide to using essential oils and acupressure for a calmer, more comfortable birth. It provides safe, step-by-step instructions on blending and applying oils, using acupressure to manage pain, and creating a soothing birth environment.

Perfect for: Parents who are curious about the holistic birth support ~ those who want to unlock the potential of essential oils to support their birth ~ people who want to learn how massage can ease birth pain and increase the effectiveness of labour ~ those who aren’t located near Stockport.
Most suitable from: 14 weeks pregnancy
Costs from: £7
Includes:
– 14 page booklet
– expert guidance from an qualified aromatherapy for birth professional
– information on safe essential oils to use in pregnancy, how to create your own blends, the benefits of each oil, acupressure techniques to manage discomfort and encourage progress during labour, tips for creating a soothing birth space and enhancing your experience, wherever you’re giving birth.
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