Frequently asked questions

I only offer personalised, private 121 hypnobirthing courses and classes. That means all the coping strategies, emotional control, antenatal education and birth planning in the course is organised to suit you. Private sessions can be particularly valuable if you have specific concerns about birth, a previous difficult experience, or simply prefer to learn in a calm, individual environment. ​Hypnobirthing is a way to personalise your preparation for birth. It's designed around you, your pregnancy and the birth you’re hoping for. In a personalised course with me you have dedicated time to explore your questions, concerns and choices. You'll learn practical breathing, relaxation and visualisation techniques and ensure you feel more confident and informed about your birth. We'll create a set of realistic expectations for you and a sensible birth plan that leaves you feeling Importantly, when you do a hypnobirthing course with me we won't fixate on one type of birth - because birth can be unpredictable and you may want or need to change your plans. The aim is to help you feel prepared and able to make informed decisions, whatever happens on the day.If you’re looking for private 1-to-1 hypnobirthing classes in Kent, I can tailor your preparation to you rather than asking you to fit into a standard course. ​ Click here to find out more about personalised private hypnobirthing classes

It's the same with everything about birth - there is no one 'right answer'. Only that answer that is right for you. Every woman approaches her birth preparation under different pressures. I recommend that you consider giving yourself enough time to feel confident you're familiar with the techniques before your baby arrives.Starting earlier gives you time to grow your confidence with the breathing and relaxation techniques, and to explore your feelings around birth. This gives you time to develop and refine your planning. But please reassured that it's never too late! One of the benefits of learning hypnobirthing 1-to-1 is that together we can tailor your sessions, and follow your lead on the elements that are most important to you. We don't have to follow a rigid programme. So whether you’re in your second trimester or approaching the final weeks of pregnancy, you can still benefit from personalised hypnobirthing preparation.To find out more about personalised hypnobirthing sessions in Kent, click here

Yes. This is one of the main reasons women seek support from me: they're delighted to be pregnant, but really scared of giving birth. You are not alone. You don't need to prepare to come to your first session. Hypnobirthing is a process, and the confidence it offers comes over time. You don't have to rush, or challenge yourself. Together, we can explore the root of your worries, and from there we can look at the choices available to you, and discuss the pros and cons of each. This is where personalised classes really come into their own; you have the time you need to focus on the factors that matters particularly to you. We can talk about what you uniquely need to feel more prepared. For some women, having someone properly listen to their concerns and give them the time and space to ask questions can be just as important as learning the techniques themselves.Of course we'll ensure that you learn the practical breathing and relaxation techniques that will help you stay grounded and connected with your partner during labour.Hypnobirthing isn’t about pretending birth will be completely pain-free or that everything will happen according to plan. It’s about replacing fear and uncertainty with knowledge, preparation and practical tools.If you’re looking for private hypnobirthing because you’re feeling frightened about birth, find out more about personalised hypnobirthing sessions here

Absolutely you can. If you’ve had a difficult or traumatic birth before, hypnobirthing can be a practical and reassuring tool to have in your hands. Firstly, please don't underestimate how brave you are for becoming pregnant and facing birth again, having had a difficult experience before. Many women take undue responsibility for what happened, or feel it wasn't 'bad enough' to count. But your experience matters, and you deserve to have your feelings heard and to be able to plan appropriately for you. One of the advantages of personal hypnobirthing is that you have the time and privacy to talk about your previous experience and how it has affected you.Your previous birth does not dictate what happens this time, but it is important context. We can talk about what happened, what you would like to be different this time. We can discuss the choices and questions you may want to explore with your midwife and that are important to record on your birth plan. We can also work on practical techniques to help you feel calmer and more confident as your next birth approaches.If you’re looking for hypnobirthing after a traumatic birth, private sessions will give you the individual attention and space that a group course may not be able to provide. You find out more about personalised hypnobirthing sessions here

Group hypnobirthing class can be fantastic. You meet other people at a similar stage in pregnancy and you get the benefit of hearing their questions and concerns, which can be reassuring and informative! But private, personalised course are quite different because the whole course is about you.When your hypnobirthing course is led by you, you get to focus on the areas that are most important to you. We can spend time really drilling down into the elements that resonate most with you, and you can ask the questions you really want answers to.Wherever and however you're planning to have your baby we can tailor the sessions completely to you. We can take time to consideryour pain-relief options, contingency plans the unique factors that will help you feel more confident and reassured. You get honest and realistic insights about giving birth in Kent and Medway, without judgement or a one-size-fits-all approach. Whatever your circumstances, we can tailor the sessions around you and your birth partner. I'll make sure you both have the information and practise you need to feel supported and confident during your labour and in the early days after your baby is born. If you want personalised preparation and the opportunity to ask all the questions you need to ask, private hypnobirthing could be exactly what you’re looking for. You find out more about personalised hypnobirthing sessions here