An incredible insight to all things 'expecting'. Freya's approach to the course is really engaging and fun to follow. The...read moreAn incredible insight to all things 'expecting'. Freya's approach to the course is really engaging and fun to follow. The 4 classes were really informative without being too overwhelming.
In a world of endless YouTube videos and Google searches, Freya's courses were exactly what we were looking for to prepare us as parents.
Highly recommended, thank you Freya.read less
Ed W.
13/04/21
Freya's course was excellent. We felt that it covered all the info we might need in a very accessible, practical...read moreFreya's course was excellent. We felt that it covered all the info we might need in a very accessible, practical and helpful way. We felt well prepared following this course and saw that it made such a difference to have a course led by a practicing and experienced midwife. We actually also did a couple of other courses but found this the best!
We really recommend these Expecting Antenatal Classes!!read less
Ali M.
10/04/21
I have completed the hypnobirthing course with my husband and other birth partner-my sister. Whilst I had already done alot...read moreI have completed the hypnobirthing course with my husband and other birth partner-my sister. Whilst I had already done alot of reading up on hypnobirthing there were so many practical tips and to my relief by the end my husband saif 'alot of that makes alot of sense' (at last he understood! ). Its a fabulous and affordable resource to help explore what hypnobirthing is and to help explain it to your birthing partners if you are so far the only one invested! Freya is so warm and down to earth with a wealth of wisdom. I have already recommended her courses to everyone I know who is expecting.read less
Rachel P.
10/04/21
I took part in Freya's online hypnobirthing class while pregnant with my third. I used various relaxation techniques for my...read moreI took part in Freya's online hypnobirthing class while pregnant with my third. I used various relaxation techniques for my previous births, but had never tried hypnobirthing itself as I thought it might be a bit intense. However this course is really down to earth. The format of the class is just right, with a good mix between learning about the techniques and trying them out. The fact you have access to the resources afterwards is really useful and a great way to practise and find the visualisations that work best for you. Highly recommend.read less
Maria N.
21/03/21
I used both the antenatal classes and the hypnobirthing class before the birth of my first baby in February.The hypnobirthing...read moreI used both the antenatal classes and the hypnobirthing class before the birth of my first baby in February.The hypnobirthing session was very practical and with Freya being an experienced midwife, was a great mix of science and nature. She is a captivating presenter, with anecdotes and tips along the way meaning first-timers like me came away with general birth tips as well.The course itself helped me see birth in a positive light, which changed my whole mindset going into my birth. I had a positive birth experience even though things did not go to me 'plan' (I was induced early) and I think that was largely due to this. The exercises we ran through during the class and can access after were really useful not just during labour but during tough times of pregnancy, appointments and general life! As well as using them during birth and labour I used the visualisations to relax through the induction, and medical appointments. The spoken affirmations, I used before the 'pushing'.. and it put me in a great frame of mind.Due to Covid-19 we the antenatal classes were virtual. The webinars by Freya which were excellent. They were packed full of information but conveyed in a really fun and friendly manner and I felt so much more confident after them. I watched them several times, which was the nice thing about it being online. We had live sessions with other parents to-be, forming a WhatsApp group for support during pregnancy and after. Gemma ran the Stoke sessions and like Freya is lovely, approachable, passionate midwife. She was very supportive outside of the sessions too.I felt in very safe hands with Freya and Gemma. Many antenatal classes are not run by midwives so I felt very privileged to have two really experienced, up to date lovely ladies to give us the benefit of their knowledge and support whilst still getting to meet other parents.I also cannot believe how much experience and resource you get for your money with these courses. They are a bargain. Whether local or not I cannot recommend 'expecting' highly enough. I credit my positive experience largely due to my learnings from them.Thanks Expecting! 🙂read less
kate c.
16/03/21
I did Freya's hypnobirthing course before my 2nd birth. I hadn't really 'got' hypnobirthing before, but Freya's manner and...read moreI did Freya's hypnobirthing course before my 2nd birth. I hadn't really 'got' hypnobirthing before, but Freya's manner and explanation was down to earth and straightforward. I liked how she was keen for different people to use different things and methods depending on their individual preference. The website resources afterwards were really useful and relaxing. I actually used the visualisations throughout labour, and found it so much more helpful to be focused on something rather than the 'pain' itself. It was a really positive birthing experience!read less
Jenny P.
13/03/21
The hypnobirthing course from Freya was so inspiring and uplifting. We are due to be first time parents, therefore grabbing...read moreThe hypnobirthing course from Freya was so inspiring and uplifting. We are due to be first time parents, therefore grabbing every bit of information possible. The theory and practical mix on this course had the perfect balance, and lots of material to take away and keep practicing, eg breathing excersizes. Freya is so helpful and knowledgeable, I'd fully recommend this course to anyone expecting!read less
Hannah T.
06/03/21
Me and my partner took part in the online antenatal class and also the online hypnobirthing class. It really helped...read moreMe and my partner took part in the online antenatal class and also the online hypnobirthing class. It really helped us prepare for what to expect for birth and it really helped calm our nerves! The hypnobirthing class was easy to follow and gave us some really useful tips and tricks to use during our birth making it a calmer and more controlled experience!read less
Abigail N.
05/03/21
My husband and I booked classes with Expecting when I was around 30 weeks pregnant. Due to the pandemic, we...read moreMy husband and I booked classes with Expecting when I was around 30 weeks pregnant. Due to the pandemic, we were given several options of how we could join the course virtually. For flexibility, we decided to watch all of the videos just the two of us and then have a Skype call with the course leader, Gemma, at the end.We watched the videos over a few weeks when I was around 34 weeks pregnant and we were in contact with Gemma the whole way through. The videos were so informative and engaging we never once felt like we were missing out on the group experience. The labour video in particular was excellent and I felt really relaxed and positive going into labour remembering all of the facts and advice I’d learnt from Expecting and My husband knew exactly how to support me. We also felt a lot more confident with how to tackle the first few weeks with a newborn after the videos. We had feeding issues with our baby initially and if I hadn’t learnt about Antenantal Expression from Expecting then our baby wouldn’t have had the liquid gold colostrum. I will forever be thankful to Expecting for teaching me about that!The Skype call at the end was brilliant. We had made notes of questions all the way through the videos and Gemma answered them thoroughly and never once made us feel like anything was a silly question!I honestly couldn’t recommend Expecting enough, it prepared us (as much as is possible) for our baby’s arrival.read less
Victoria P.
02/03/21
Alex and I were highly recommended to Expecting by a very close friend who attended Freya’s classes 5 years ago.The...read moreAlex and I were highly recommended to Expecting by a very close friend who attended Freya’s classes 5 years ago.The experience and service we received from day 1 has been amazing. Freya is so friendly, approachable and knowledgeable.Alex and I learnt so much from the Zoom classes and videos. It was nice to meet other parents to-be and to discuss our experiences.We cannot recommend Freya enough; we are looking forward to been able to meet up with all our babies after lockdown.Thanks for everything Freya.xread less
Steph S.
16/02/21
Freya's Expecting classes are a great way to get your head around all things birth and baby care! I feel...read moreFreya's Expecting classes are a great way to get your head around all things birth and baby care! I feel so much more prepared! I don't know how people do it without a course?! She's great at including partners, and it's so reassuring to know she is just at the end of the phone if you need any questions answering. Would highly recommend the no nonsense approach of what to expect, and perfectly broken down into bitesize chunks over 4 weeks.read less
Lyns
09/02/21
Expecting with Freya is fantastic. I feel informed and excited now for my birth. She was great at getting the...read moreExpecting with Freya is fantastic. I feel informed and excited now for my birth. She was great at getting the birth partners involved, is knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend expecting.read less
Kirsten S.
09/02/21
Me and my wife Heather did the online classes with Freya and it was great. The videos and supporting material...read moreMe and my wife Heather did the online classes with Freya and it was great. The videos and supporting material really have helped educate and inform (I’ll admit my knowledge was lacking!). The videos have made us feel far more capable for when our baby arrives.
The zoom chats following the videos were good sessions to raise any further questions we had with Freya and just to share our experiences with other expecting couples. Being in the chats with other people asking questions made us more comfortable to ask any question that came to mind.
Couldn’t recommend these classes enough, good content and Freya is great at getting the detail over and being there with support.
Thanks Freya,
Mark & Heatherread less
Mark B.
07/02/21
What’s a fantastic experience! As an expecting father I can not recommend these classes enough I feel more prepared than...read moreWhat’s a fantastic experience! As an expecting father I can not recommend these classes enough I feel more prepared than I would have imagined.
If you’re undecided about the class be it online or in person I can promise you will benefit from the experience, as well as really enjoy it. Going through this as a group was so useful, hearing the questions that other people ask is as helpful as asking your own.
Freya is the perfect person for this, she’s so knowledgable and yet a friendly warm person. It’s been so enjoyable getting to know her and we can’t thank her enough for all she’s done for us.read less
George O.
06/02/21
My husband and I did Freya's expecting antenatal course during lockdown and it was so great! I was worried about...read moreMy husband and I did Freya's expecting antenatal course during lockdown and it was so great! I was worried about not being able to learn the information I needed and feeling dumb, but each week was broken down into easy bitesized information. I also love being a part of a small group that we get to stay in touch with! Being able to talk to other soon-to-be mum's about our troubles has really helped with feeling normal and justified!
The course completely out my mind at ease and I feel much more prepared to tackle whatevers thrown at me! Thank you Freya!read less
Bella D.
06/02/21
Freya's Expecting classes are a great way to get your head around all things birth and baby care! I feel...read moreFreya's Expecting classes are a great way to get your head around all things birth and baby care! I feel so much more prepared! I don't know how people do it without a course?! She's great at including partners and it's so reassuring to know she is just at the end of the phone if you need any questions answering. Would highly recommend the no nonsense approach of what to expect, and its perfectly broken down into bitesize chunks over 4 weeks.read less
Lynsey G.
06/02/21
I loved doing expecting with Freya! I feel informed and excited for my birth since doing these classes.
Each week...read moreI loved doing expecting with Freya! I feel informed and excited for my birth since doing these classes.
Each week freya went through a different topic with us, we discussed it and had lots of time to ask questions. I love Freya’s approach, she is so knowledgeable and I like that she uses the science and evidence to inform her advice. No question was too big, or too silly. She was also great at getting the birth partners involved and encouraging them to join in.
Our classes were held virtually and it’s been lovely to meet other mums to be-I can’t wait to to meet them and their babies in person in the near future.
Thanks Freya! Xread less
Kirsten S.
04/02/21
Me and my husband took part in Freya’s antenatal course online (due to COVID) and it was fantastic. The sessions...read moreMe and my husband took part in Freya’s antenatal course online (due to COVID) and it was fantastic. The sessions were great! Freya is so passionate and enthusiastic and we felt so comfortable from the very first session. It was great getting to meet other expected parents (virtually) and learn from each other. We spent each session laughing - it was great fun. Freya is so knowledgeable and easy to talk to - I never felt daft asking any ‘silly’ questions and she really made us feel at ease. The videos were great and so informative. I’m so glad that we did expected - I feel so much more confident now and can’t wait to put into practice everything that Freya has taught us. This is a fantastic course and so worth doing - I would highly recommend it. It’s fab!read less
Emma-Louise T.
01/02/21
We recently completed the online expecting course due to covid-19 and although this was done through zoom we couldn’t recommend...read moreWe recently completed the online expecting course due to covid-19 and although this was done through zoom we couldn’t recommend them and Freya enough. Freya was extremely helpful and informative, she made my husband and I feel very comfortable from the beginning. Freya’s help and information didn’t stop with the course, she was always willing to help the group via our whats app group. We both learnt a lot from the course and we’re very happy that we attended. Thank you Freya!read less
Emma K.
09/01/21
Our experience with Freya and Expecting was great and really helped us through the birth of our daughter. In a...read moreOur experience with Freya and Expecting was great and really helped us through the birth of our daughter. In a difficult year Freya really excelled in the way she worked around the challenges. She also did an amazing job of bringing us together as a group to support each other. But the biggest thing I want to say thanks for is the support in those first few days after our daughter arrived, it was a great help and reassurance to have someone like Freya offering her expert guidance. If you're considering these classes I would recommend Freya without hesitationread less
