‘Your Birth Your Baby’ Complete Midwife-led Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Course - Altrincham

Katie W.

We attended the Hale weekend sessions. Both my husband and I really valued the information Jo provided during this course. It was really well structured and Jo made sure to leave enough time for the important topics, and didn't mind running over time or answering lots of questions.
We came away feeling much more confident about our options, more knowledgable about labour and the birthing process, and more in control of our own choices.

As an experienced midwife at the hospital we are planning to deliver at, Jo also had really useful detail on the delivery suite and birth centre which enabled us to make informed decisions based on our preferences. She also very kindly held a phone call with us a few days after the course to discuss home births in more depth as we were considering this as an option.

Jo also made us all really comfortable from the moment we stepped into the room and is really approachable, she has encouraged us to stay in touch if we have any more questions and has sent loads of useful information out since the sessions.
My husband also valued the spotlight on birthing partners as he was feeling like a bit of a spare part but now knows how important he is/will be!

Overall we can't recommend Jo's course enough and looking forward to the zoom module to finish off.
Thanks Jo!

Miriam C.

My husband and I attended the weekend workshop with Jo. We found it much more convenient and efficient to study all the material over one weekend rather than over a few weeks.

Jo’s knowledge and attention to detail was second to none. I really liked the fact Jo thought about alternative seating with pregnancy balls and pillows available at all times.

The content of the course was just perfect and provided my husband and I a solid foundation to becoming parents. I personally feel more informed about my birth rights and pain management.

Jo has also sent a lot of further information post course and encourages to stay in touch if we have any more questions which was well received.

Thank you Jo!

Ellie L.

My husband and I are SO glad we spent a weekend with Jo on her hypnobirthing course. She was incredibly personable, experienced and knowledgeable and has such a lovely way of imparting all her wisdom. While the course is very thorough and you pack in a lot over the course, Jo made it interactive and engaging. We both left feeling empowered and a lot more prepared for this major life event! Jo was also so kind in listening to our personal circumstances and took this into consideration when delivering the course content. All-in-all, you will NOT regret booking on this course. After all, it is the investment of a lifetime!

J A.

My husband and I attended Jo’s weekend class a few weeks ago. It was incredibly valuable and enlightening experience. Jo’s expertise, knowledge and passion shown through in every aspect of the class. Her ability to explain complex concepts in a clear manner and made the learning process enjoyable and engaging. I truly felt empowered and well-prepared for the journey of pregnancy and childbirth after attending her class. The way she addressed our concerns and answered our questions with patience and compassion was truly commendable.

The tips and advice Jo shared were invaluable. From understanding the stages of labour to learning about pain management techniques.
Thank you Jo for the invaluable antenatal class you provided. Your guidance and expertise have left a lasting impression on me.

Hannah B.

My husband and I attended the weekend ante-natal course with Jo.
From the minute we arrived; we felt welcome and at ease. Jo is incredibly knowledgeable and able to answer any questions you may have, and as the classes are intimate (only 4 couples for us) she can give her full attention to the people in attendance.
The course was laid out logically, starting with the mechanics behind birth and what to expect, going on to methods such as labour positions, breathing techniques, the fourth trimester and birthing partner roles.
The post-course information she sends by email is extremely in-depth with a wealth of resources.
I came away feeling confident I knew what to expect in Labour and how to cope with what may be thrown my way (which it turned out, was an awful lot!).

Nicola E.

Myself and my husband attended YBYB antenatal class when I was 37 weeks pregnant. We chose this class because it sounded like Jo offered a really intimate and personal experience, with small face to face groups. The bonus was it was also just ran over one weekend so worked well for my husband who did shift work - We were not disappointed!!
Jo was beyond wonderful!! Not only was the course incredibly informative and covered all the essential things we wanted to know about as new parents to be (physiological changes I could expect, the journey of labour, breastfeeding and 4th trimester experiences) but she was also very accommodating to ensure I was comfortable throughout the two days with my growing bump! The course went at a lovely pace, was interactive and very enjoyable (even for the dads 😉) - Jo’s wealth of experience shone through and I loved that it really fitted with my existing way of thinking following a hypnobirthing course; empowering parents to make decisions and choices right for them. We also still use lots of the resources she provided to this day!
Following the course, we were also lucky to have continued support from Jo when we experienced some really challenging feeding difficulties and difficulties with our boys health. Jo was responsive, thoughtful and offered us the much needed compassion and listening ear that other professionals had not. Without Jo we would never have got to the bottom of what was wrong with our baby - she really was our guardian angel to whom we will be forever grateful to! Having Jo as part of our journey pre and post the birth of our son has been wonderful… thank you for everything Jo!!! 💙

Virginia R.

We attended a full weekend class at the end of January (fortunately a week before our bundle of joy arrived.. she was 3 weeks early). Jo was fantastic, the class group was 4 couples which was perfect and gave plenty of time for questions. We were looking for antenatal classes which were midwife lead, as this was important to us. Jo has all the experience of a midwife and a mother. She is very friendly and approachable, knowledgeable and up to date with all her research.

We attended the weekend class as we werent organised enough to arrange the week night classes. It was a long weekend but well worth it and came just in time. After the class Jo sent lots of further reading and information on email for private reading.

We would highly recommend Jo's class, we are new parents and it was aimed perfectly for us. Thank you Jo 🙂

shauna D.

Me and my partner have recently attended the evening course in knutsford which I would highly recommend for new parents. Jo was very engaging during the course and we felt that being part of such a smaller group made it more personable and easier to get to know the other couples.
Before I booked onto the course I requested for a telephone call to discuss the course content in more detail with Jo as I had a few questions to see whether the course was right for me and my partner at a particular stage of my pregnancy. Jo was really helpful and I would recommend others to do this if you have any concerns/questions before signing up.
I found that the sessions were at a steady pace and enough time given for short breaks during each one.
The only thing I would suggest is that at least one chair is provided per couple for more comfort (rather than the birthing ball and large bean bag) as it can get slightly uncomfortable after sitting for long periods 🙂

Thanks for all your help and also taking the extra time out after the classes to look into some topics in more detail for us!