Gentle Birth Preparation

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Overview
This workshop offers a holistic and evidence-based preparation for childbirth, supporting both the physical and emotional journey of birth. Designed for expecting parents and birth partners, the day combines practical tools, body-based exercises, and open conversation to help you feel informed, confident, and supported before, during, and after birth

What you’ll learn / do

Understand the physiology of childbirth, including the stages of labor and how to support them
Learn practical birth partner support and comfort measures, such as massage techniques, positioning, verbal encouragement, and emotional presence
Explore mental and emotional preparation for childbirth, both individually and as a family
Practice maternal alignment and balance exercises, including Spinning Babies–inspired techniques
Develop a clear birth vision and birth plan, for both hospital and home birth settings
Learn about hospital interventions and pain relief methods, including when and why they are used
Prepare for water birth, including benefits and practical considerations
Receive evidence-based information on childbirth practices
Explore the fourth trimester, including breastfeeding, newborn care, family dynamics, nutrition, and postpartum support
Participate in an open Q&A space, where couples can ask any questions that feel alive and important to them

Who this workshop is for

This workshop is suitable for:

Expecting parents and their birth partners
First-time parents as well as those preparing for another birth
Couples planning a hospital birth, home birth, or still exploring their options

Practical information

Date: February 6th (recurrent event)
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 7 hours (including a 1-hour lunch break)
Location: Escola Regenerativa de Forniçô
Language: English
Price: 60-120 EUR

What’s included

Guided practical exercises and demonstrations by a professional midwife
Evidence-based educational materials
A safe, supportive space for questions and discussion
Lunch at the farm

What to bring

Comfortable clothes suitable for movement
A notebook and pen
An open mind and your questions

About the facilitator

Hannah Deriemaeker is a licensed registered midwife in Portugal. She offers prenatal and postnatal work and assistance at home births. She teachers for the International Doula school of Canada and has her own online modules and in person offerings. Read more about her work on: www.luzdonascer.org