Our Positive Birth Workshop has been designed by clinical midwives, to provide you with practical and realistic information, tips and tricks for your birth experience.
This one-day programme is taught by Registered Midwife Lucy, who works closely with Sydney’s leading Obstetricians and currently works on The Mater Private Hospital’s Birthing Unit. Lucy knows from working in Sydney’s public and private maternity system how unpredictable labour and birth can be and how important it is to understand your options. She is passionate about limiting the unknowns through education, ensuring you feel confident and safe during any type of birth. Her hope is that you enter your birth experience with an open mind and are equipped with realistic expectations that allow for the ever changing nature of the birthing process.
It is recommended to participate in the Positive Birth Workshop from 28 weeks of pregnancy if possible, though you are absolutely welcome to join outside of this timeframe.
In the workshop, Lucy will cover the following areas:
- Understanding what to expect in the last weeks of pregnancy: Preparing mentally and physically for the final stages of pregnancy.
- Recognising the signs of labour: Identifying early signs of labour
- Gaining & developing an understanding of the birth process: Comprehensive overview of the birthing journey.
- Knowing when to call the hospital: Guidance on when to contact your healthcare provider or hospital.
- Knowing the different stages of labour and what to expect: Detailed explanation of each stage of labour.
- Relaxation techniques: Effective methods to stay calm and focused leading up to and during birth.
- Role & importance of the Birth support: How your support person can assist and comfort you throughout the process.
- All pain relief options: Overview of pain management options available before, during, and after birth.
- Induction of labour: Understanding the induction process and when it might be necessary.
- Educating and preparing for other birth scenarios – Preparing for other birth scenarios: Instrumental birth and Caesarean section.
- What to pack in your hospital bag: A comprehensive and detailed checklist to ensure you have everything you need for the hospital stay.
- Setting birth intentions & your Birth space: How to create a positive, comfortable and relaxing birthing environment.
- How to Keep an open and positive mindset: Strategies to maintain a positive outlook throughout your pregnancy and birth.
If you’re unsure whether to birth vaginally or by caesarean section, this is the perfect workshop to join. It will cover all birth scenarios, empowering you to make an educated and informed decision about your birth. If you decide to proceed with a caesarean section – whether by choice or for medical reasons, Lucy invites you to attend her virtual Caesarean workshop via Zoom. This session serves as a refresher on what to expect during a caesarean and is included in the cost of the Positive Birth Workshop.
Workshop Details:
Location: In – person at Manly Beach Babies, 22 Darley Road, Manly, 2095
Time: 9am – 3pm
Best time to attend: It’s best to participate in this workshop between 28 – 34 weeks of pregnancy.
Information suited for both the public and private model of care.
Workshop cost: $450 ($50 discount if booked as part of a bundle of two workshops)
