Preparing to breastfeed class
If you're pregnant, or expecting a baby, and thinking about infant feeding / lactation, I offer either one-to-one education via Zoom or in your own home. When demand warrants it I offer group classes via Zoom.
Most women and birthing people will be able to breastfeed / chestfeed their babies if they want to and get good support. For the small number who can't produce enough milk to meet all of their baby's requirements, the act of nursing your baby still has many benefits for you both and it may be possible to supplement your baby while nursing at the breast.
Understanding how your body works to prepare for feeding your baby and then how your body will work with your baby to develop a good milk supply makes a huge difference to your confidence in the early days with your new baby.
Topics include:
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the golden hour after birth
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the early days, and beyond
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normal newborn behaviour
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the principles of comfortable and effective latching
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how to optimise your milk supply
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practical information about early days with your new baby.
Private classes can be customised to your circumstances.
KG Hypnobirthing classes
KG Hypnobirthing is a complete birth preparation programme...
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It is simple, logical and profound.
It is much, much more than a few techniques to use in labour – although it does include those.
By practising KGH techniques before your birth you will release fear and tension allowing your body to work effectively as it is meant to in labour. You will grow to trust your body and your baby.
KG Hypnobirthing makes a difference for you and your baby by increasing the likelihood of a calm, comfortable birth where you feel in control of the choices you make.
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Although many people associate hypnobirthing with homebirth and waterbirth it can be just as useful for those planning birth in hospital, for planned Caesareans, or for those with more complex pregnancy. If you're not sure contact me for a quick chat.
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Group classes in my beautiful, calm, Caerphilly Office sometimes available - ask for details.
I specialise in private classes, tailored to your circumstances, at times to suit you in my Office, on Zoom, or in your own home (South Wales & North Somerset areas).
FAMILY HEALTH & HAPPINESS
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Roles for partners too
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The caricature of a partner at a birth is someone who is nervous, feeling responsible for the situation, holding the woman or birthing person's hand and wishing to help, but not knowing what to do.
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A hypnobirthing partner is knowledgeable and able to support birth confidently and calmly. The partner is a huge asset in the birthing room, and many clients say, ‘They were amazing!’
The couple have practised before the birth which brings them closer together, and both play an important role when baby enters the world.
THE KGH COURSE
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Designed for the UK
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We are the original UK Hypnobirthing course which is designed especially for families in the UK. The course is constantly evolving to keep up-to-date with the latest evidence and research, and is now taught internationally.
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The teacher training programme is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives.
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A KG Hypnobirthing Course not only equips you with the hypnobirthing information, but uniquely gives you the knowledge to understand your options and the implications of the choices you make. As well as teaching you the techniques you need for a successful hypnobirth, it gives you the information to navigate the system in which you find yourself to achieve the best outcome for you and your baby.
PLACE OF BIRTH
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The right birth for you
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Although practising KG Hypnobirthing will increase the likelihood that your hormones will flow and your body and baby will work in harmony the benefits also extend to those times when a little more help is needed.
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By attending the classes, thinking about your birth and exploring your options you will be better prepared to cope with anything out of the ordinary. The KG Hypnobirthing techniques that you practise throughout the course will help you to feel relaxed, in control and confident with the choices you may need to make.
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If you'd like to read the first chapter of 'The Hypnobirth Book' by Katharine Graves you can download it for free.
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On the KGH site you can also sign up for daily affirmations.
Tongue Tie & Oral Restrictions
Firstly, it’s important to understand that a lingual frenulum - the fold in the membrane and connective tissue under the tongue - is a normal part of our anatomy, but there are differences between individuals in how long it is, how stretchy it is and its exact placement.
Having a visible frenulum does not automatically equal a tongue tie.
If the frenulum is very short or inflexible it can restrict how the tongue moves and functions this is what we call a tongue tie. In babies, a restrictive frenulum can cause difficulties with feeding - either at the breast or the bottle - and this is a common reason for families seeking support.
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We estimate that about 10% of babies may have some restriction but not all of them will have difficulties with feeding.
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More info here
Rewind
If you or your partner are affected by difficult feelings left over from a previous pregnancy, birth or postnatal experience I can offer a gentle but effective method to release the unhelpful emotions you're struggling with and build a calmer, more optimistic future. You don't have to tell me all the details of what happened (unless you want to) and the sessions are completed via Zoom or in the privacy of your own home.
This method can be used by the birthing person or their supporters and maybe useful whether you are expecting again, planning for a baby or have completed your family.
Usually two 90 minute sessions, with relaxation audios between and a third follow up session, are enough to see a marked change in how the past affects your life. Occasionally further sessions may be required, if so they are available at a discount.
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In the first instance contact me for more information and a free phone call if you'd like one.
Empower
Growth
