Emma- June 23
“So much in depth info that has been helpful in all aspects of labour, birth & postnatal. No question was seen as silly to ask. Has given me more confidence knowing what can happen in aspects of labour. Loved both sessions. Thanks so much for the support "
Emma - March 25
“Honesty - the pros and cons of all things labour and baby, nice small group felt personal, continuous support from Lauren available. I learned how to advocate in labour and ask questions."
Mike- Jan 25
“All of the course was very relaxed which made me feel comfortable to ask questions about personal preferences. I learned so much in 8 hours. Feeling empowered and confident to manage any stressful situations- thankyou I really enjoyed the course and learned so much"
Beth - Jan 25
"Lauren was really informative and knowledgeable whilst remaining impartial on the options available for both birth and feeding. She left me with a sense of empowerment over my birth being my choice"
Jennifer - Jan 25
“The honest information - I feel like I learned a lot about pain relief and feeding that I didn't know. I feel like I have been prepared really well for the baby arriving and I appreciate the support that comes post session when and if needed ”
GROUP ANTENATAL CLASSES
ITSJUNE
£10off
Fun, informal and evidence based along with lots of handy tips and tricks to help you to along the way. A safe space for you to ask questions as we work through each part of the session. We keep groups small to ensure you get a personalized experience.
ATTEND FROM AROUND 24 WEEKS ONWARDS (BUT ITS NEVER TOO EARLY OR LATE)
WhatsApp support included & ongoing support available from myself when needed beyond birth - POSTNATAL SUPPORT AVALIABLE
Complete Course £185 per couple secure with a £50 deposit
CLASSES NOT FOR YOU - DOWNLOAD OUR COURSE HANDBOOK FOR £28.00
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April
course
Didsbury venue
Perfect for babies due May, June, July (or after 24 weeks)
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£185​per couple
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May
course
Tameside venue
Perfect for babies due June, July, Aug (or after 24 weeks)
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£185​per couple
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Session 1 - Labour & Birth 15.05.26
17:00-21:00
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Session 2 - Baby care & feeding 22.05.26
17:00- 21:00
split over 2 Friday Evenings
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At Acadamy HQ Stalybridge
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Tameside Venue -13th Feb & 20th Feb
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Didsbury Venue - April full day course tbc​
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Tameside Venue - 15th May & 22nd May
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​Didsbury Venue July full day tbc
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Tameside Venue -21st Aug & 28th Aug
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​Didsbury Venue - Sept full day tbc
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Tameside Venue - 6th Nov & 13th Nov​
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To book click link and find the correct course on the list of services
2026 course dates
1-1 sessions/
alternative
options
Attend Session 1 only
LABOUR & BIRTH
£100 per couple​​
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Attend Session 2 only
BABY CARE & FEEDING
£100 per couple
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1-1 sessions always available - time & date to suit your needs
FULL COURSE
(covering all content with support beyond)
£350
(bespoke content can be discussed with varied price)
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GRandparents sessions
Becoming a Grandparent is an exciting time - lots of things change over time - in this 3 hour session we will cover basics of evidence based info and have space to ask questions ​
Postnatal
support
£20 per hour
Blocks at reduced rate
5 hours booked = £18 per hour
(night rates 7pm-7am - £40 per hour)
POSTNATAL DOULA SERVICE
As a mum, I understand the challenges becoming a parent may bring. Even if you have a great support network sometimes it can feel hard to ask for support. As trained NCT Postnatal Practitioner I have the knowledge and the skills to enable me to support families during this transition. My postnatal doula work is about supporting you in whichever way is most helpful to you.
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Session 1 - Labour & Birth
Session 2 - Baby Care & Feeding your baby
- Birth place - options
- Positive approach to birth
- Importance of breathing, massage, touch
- Hormones for labour, birth & parenting
- Creating your birth space
- Fear, tension, pain cycle
- Role of birth partner
- Positions – UFO – birth ball
- Signs of labour
- Contraction v Braxton hicks
- Pelvis – how baby is born – UFO
- Physiological overview of labour
- Decision making
- Self help methods (to use before established and beyond)
- Pain relief options (once 3cm's/ established) – where, how & effects
- 2nd stage of labour – pushing
- Baby born – cord clamping, skin to skin.
- 3rd stage – options
- Skin to skin & golden hour
- Tears, grazes & episiotomy
- Monitoring & Assisted birth
- Induction of labour- why, how, when etc methods used – timeline, expectations, guidelines.
- Cesarean birth – planned/unplanned
- Birth plans
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- Antenatal expressing colostrum
- Hand expressing
- Skin to Skin importance
- Womb to world transition
- Dressing baby- basics
- Safe sleep – reducing risk of SIDS.
- Car seat safety
- Winding/holding & gaining confidence.
- Routine for early days
- Fourth trimester
- Coping with crying
- Newborn behavior
- Tummy time
- Nappy care
- Bathing & hygiene – when & how
- Cord care
- What’s in the nappy?
- Topping & tailing
- Baby checks after birth
- Hospital stays – what to expect?
- What happens when you bring baby home – midwife, health visitor, registering, vaccinations etc
- What to do if you think you or baby are unwell?
- Emotions after birth – inc what’s normal/not normal – where to get support – both parents
- Protecting the couple relationship
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- Thinking about feeding your baby
- Options for feeding
- Formula feeding
- Paced bottle feeding
- Breastfeeding - how it works
- Signs feeding is going well
- Support
