What we offer at
Grow + Gather... for first time parents
Gather
The classes are perfect if you want to meet other local parents-to-be and prepare for parenthood. Our honest, midwife-led course offers a realistic perspective on labour, birth and being at home with your baby. They are run are run over a single weekend and one evening where Hailey and Hannah are on hand to provide expert advice and guidance whilst ensuring plenty of time for your questions.
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The course is packed with useful evidence-based information that is delivered in our unique, light-hearted style. All our courses are run in private surroundings with limited numbers, giving you the chance to connect with others and build lasting friendships. We offer continual support throughout the programme and are happy to answer any questions and concerns you may have after the course has finished.
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Classes will include:
SATURDAY
Labour and Birth
Coping at home
When to call Hospital
Birth Places
Stages of Labour
Role of the birth partner
Birth environment
All types of birth
Pain relief options
SUNDAY
Going Home with Baby
The Golden Hour
Recovery Post Birth
Safe Sleeping
Swaddling
Out and about
Managing a crying baby
How to bath a baby
Feeding your baby
We are very lucky to be able to have two places that feel like a 'home away from home' in Edinburgh, and we hope this is exactly how you feel too when you come to our classes. One of those is 'Hive Spaces' in New Town, the other is 'Little Plaza'.
13th + 14th April 2024 11am-4pm Hive Spaces, 23rd April 6:30-8:30pm Little Plaza
11th + 12th May 2024 11am-4pm Hive Spaces, 16th May 6:30-8:30pm Lifecare Centre
13th + 14th July 2024 11am-4pm Hive Spaces, TBC
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Who - The course is for you and your birth partner. You can also come alone or with a friend or relative. Tea, coffee and a graze box lunch are provided at the weekend..
Investment - £250 for 2 people
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We want our offerings to be accessible to all, but we realise the cost of classes can make it difficult for some. If you would like to attend but finances are standing in the way, please do get in touch.
Breastfeeding support and 1:1 sessions
The full attention of a midwife… all to yourself.
Unlimited time to support you in feeding your baby (last minute appointments available)
The opportunity to ask any questions you have about your planned homebirth or hospital birth…
Time to spend practicing breathing and movement with your birth partner in preparation for the birth of your baby…
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The list is limitless!
Sounds pretty great doesn't it?
Our pregnant people and their birth partners choose the 1:1 sessions for a number of reasons. Whatever the reason, we know it will be invaluable during the early days of baby land and in your preparations for baby.
We are looking forward to chatting soon and seeing how we can support you.
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Investment: from £50/hour (small travel fee if out with Edinburgh city)
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We want our offerings to be accessible to all, but we realise the cost of classes can make it difficult for some. If you would like to attend but finances are standing in the way, please do get in touch.
Bend + Breathe
Our mindful birth workshop offers empowering, yet practical tools to give you confidence going into your birth. Using our training as yoga and hypnobirthing instructors, we aim to give you an ‘essentials kit’ that can be used before, during and after birth.
As midwives we see the benefit that both yoga and hypnobirthing can bring and recognise that both of these practices are relevant to all pregnancies and every type of birth, regardless of how or where you have your baby. This unique midwife-led workshop offers the chance to learn and practice some fundamental yoga and hypnobirthing techniques.
We ensure a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere and all are welcome!
Our two hour workshop includes:
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Yoga positions for birth
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Hands on tips for birth partners
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Practical advice for coping at home
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Movement for labour and birth
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Breathing exercises for labour
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Writing birth affirmations
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Relaxation scripts and how to use them
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Where - Little Plaza, Haddington Place or Lifecare Centre, Cheyne St.
Who - The course is for you and your birth partner. You can also come alone or with a friend or relative.
When - 16th May 6:30-8:30pm
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Investment - £70 (Included for those attending our 'Gather' weekend.
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We want our offerings to be accessible to all, but we realise the cost of classes can make it difficult for some. If you would like to attend but finances are standing in the way, please do get in touch.
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Growing Safely
​Our baby and child first aid classes will give you the confidence and key skills to help if faced with an injury or medical emergency. The class will cover CPR, choking, breaks, burns, bleeding, fevers plus much more.
Suitable for expectant parents, new parents, grandparents and everyone in between the class will be relaxed and informal with the opportunity for hands on training.
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Where - Little Plaza, Haddington Place
Who - The course is for anyone who may be looking after your child.
When - 24th April 2024 6:30 - 9pm
28th May 2024 6:30 - 9pm
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Investment - £30pp
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We want our offerings to be accessible to all, but we realise the cost of classes can make it difficult for some. If you would like to attend but finances are standing in the way, please do get in touch.
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