Childbirth Preparation Courses

'Birthing Lightly', is our new three session childbirth preparation course using the Birthlight techniques, aiming for a natural birth, yet including all you need to feel informed and able to relax and be prepared for the birth of your baby.

Run by Sally Lomas. Birthlight tutor /trainer, fully qualified Active birth teacher and Mum of four. Sally has over 15 years experience working with families in the Cambridge area and also offers training courses internationally.

Childbirth preparation courses and workshops provide education and support, time for discussion and the opportunity to make lifelong friendships. The fundamental aspects of labour and birth are explored. How the natural release of hormones affects the rhythm and flow of labour and how the position of the mothers body will aid the journey of the baby through the birth canal. Breathing techniques for labour and birth are included as well as practical ideas for partners on how to help a woman in labour.

What the classes cover

Our Childbirth Preparation course held in Cambridge is designed for women and their birth partners. A chance to focus on one of the most important events of your life. Information is given on the stages of labour, what to expect and how to support a woman in labour. You will learn specific breathing techniques and have time to discuss ideas and concerns in a very relaxed atmosphere. Many couples make good friends and are able to share their experiences of pregnancy and parenthood.

The course includes:

• How we can influence and change the birth experience
• Hormones and the primal brain
• The signs and stages of labour
• The perception of pain and pain relief options
• Dealing with complications that may arise, knowing your options
• The advantages of upright positions
• Massage and positions for birth
• The physical and emotional environment
• Life after birth, what to expect in the first few weeks
• Celebration of birth!

Workshop 1: Aiming for a natural birth. Breathing, movement, massage and partner support. An holistic approach.

Workshop 2 : Understanding interventions. Knowing your options and making choices. A positive approach to all birth experiences

Workshop 3: Life with a newborn baby. Communication, bonding and practical ideas to help with feeding and sleeping patterns.

Course Schedule

How to find the Physic Centre

From Cambridge take the Huntington rd out of town and turn right to Girton. Continue through the centre and as you leave the village look for the sign for Physic on your left. It is down a small driveway between the Barn Health club and the Breath warehouse. There is plenty of parking.

Sally can also provide private Childbirth Preparation sessions for couples in their own home (approx 2 hours). Cost £75 

If you are interested in the course or a private session please contact Kate Coleman (01954) 710413

Links

• Sally provides expert advice in Mother & Baby magazine article
• Child Birth Preparation Photos