Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and enquire today about your hypnobirthing and birth preparation course.

  • Hypnobirthing helps you prepare for birth with relaxation, breathing and visualisation techniques. It’s designed to reduce fear and anxiety, while helping you stay calm, confident and in control - whatever style of birth you have.

  • This stands for hypnosis but don’t worry there’s nothing scary or ‘hippy’ about it. Hypnosis is simply a natural state of deep relaxation, just like the moments before you fall asleep. Hypnobirthing teaches you to enter this state consciously during labour.

  • Everyone! First-time parents, those with previous births or anyone looking to feel more prepared. It’s especially helpful for anyone wanting to reduce anxiety and enjoy pregnancy more while feeling empowered to make informed choices during birth.

  • Yes! Hypnobirthing can help you to release fear and anxiety, stay calm and in control, feel more connected, experience shorter labours (sometimes up to 6 hours)*, increase your chances of a natural birth (79% vs 41% national average)*, reduce the need for pain relief (59% vs 6.6% national average)* and learn techniques you can use long after birth. 

    *Statistics from Colchester Hospital

  • Yes! Hypnobirthing supports all types of births, whether you plan to use pain relief or not, have a high-risk pregnancy or a planned caesarean. It’s a complementary tool that helps you feel calmer, more confident and better equipped to cope with labour, whatever choices you make.

  • Hypnobirthing complements standard antenatal classes, but it’s much more personalised and in-depth. While traditional classes cover general pregnancy and birth information, hypnobirthing focuses on practical relaxation, breathing and visualisation techniques. Many families choose to do both for maximum preparation.

  • I offer several options: 

    • 1:1 courses from the comfort of your own home or via Zoom

    • Small interactive group classes in Prestwich and Sale

    • Refresher courses online or at home for extra confidence

  • Most sessions are 2-2hrs 30 mins each. It depends on your course choice, how long the courses is. This can vary between 1 session and 4 sessions

  • Yes! Partners are encouraged to join. They’ll learn how to support you during labour and become an active part of the birth process.

  • Yes! You will receive MP3 hypnobirthing tracks, a course workbook, a goody bag and my continued support right through your pregnancy (should you need me!)

  • Prices range from £100 to £280. Head to the Course page for individual details.

  • Booking is easy! Get in touch via email or Instagram or follow the link on my website. You can reserve your space by paying a non-refundable £50 deposit. The remaining balance will vary depending on what course you decide to book.

  • I’m based in Prestwich but cover most of Greater Manchester for 1:1 courses. Zoom courses are available worldwide.

    Regions include:

    Bury: Prestwich (M25), Whitefield (M45), Radcliffe (M26), Bury (BL9), Ramsbottom (BL0)


    Salford: Broughton (M7), Blackfriars (M3), Ordsall (M5), Salford Quays (M50), Salford (M6), Swinton, Worsley & Walkden (M28), Eccles (M30), Irlam (M44)


    Trafford: Urmston (M41), Stretford (M32), Sale (M33), Altrincham/Hale (WA14), Timperley (WA15), Old Trafford (M15)


    Stockport: Cheadle Hulme (SK8), Heaton Mersey (SK4), Stockport (SK2, SK3), Hazel Grove/Bramhall (SK7), Reddish (SK5), Romiley/Bredbury (SK6)


    Tameside: Denton (M34), Hyde (SK14), Dukinfield (SK16), Ashton-under-Lyne (OL6/OL7), Mossley (OL5), Droylsden (M43)


    Oldham: Failsworth (M35), Oldham (OL1, OL4, OL8), Chadderton (OL9), Royton (OL2), Delph (OL3)
    Rochdale: Middleton (M24), Rochdale (OL11), Heywood (OL10), Milnrow (OL16), Littleborough (OL15), Great Howarth (OL12)


    Bolton: Great/Little Lever (BL3), Farnworth (BL4), Ainsworth/Harwood (BL2), Halliwell (BL1), Horwich (BL6), Westhoughton (BL5)
    Wigan: Leigh (WN7), Tyldesley (M29), Atherton (M46)


    Manchester City: Cheetham Hill (M8), Blackley (M9), Ancoats (M4), Manchester City Centre (M1/M2/M15), Fallowfield (M14), Didsbury (M20), Wythenshawe (M22), Levenshulme (M23).

    Please note: I’m more than happy to travel outside of Greater Manchester. Just get in touch to enquire about your location.

Terms and conditions

I’ll be in touch a week before the first session to send you additional information, including the Zoom link (if needed). Please note that bookings are non-refundable. This hypnobirthing course does not replace the advice that your medical team gives you and I cannot provide you with medical advice. If you have any concerns about either yourself or your baby, then you should contact your midwife. Full T&Cs available upon booking.