Private Antenatal HypnoBirthing® Course for Expats in Spain

Online across Spain, or in-home in Malaga, one-to-one HypnoBirthing® support tailored to you. Approach birth from a place of trust.

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Course at a glance

Private HypnoBirthing Course
Format Private sessions for you and your partner
Standard format 5 × 2.5-hour sessions, once a week over 5 weeks
Flexible scheduling Adjust the schedule to suit you — intensify the course into 2 full days, or spread the sessions over more weeks
Maximum duration Complete the course within 10 weeks
Location Online or in person in Málaga*
Support WhatsApp & email throughout the course and until 2 weeks after birth

Do you recognize this?

  • You are loving the life in Spain, but being pregnant in here suddenly makes things different. It feels a bit uneasy now. You are uncertain of how it all works when you are pregnant in Spain. They say birth is very much medicalized here, but what does that actually mean? Are there hospitals that support natural birth? Is a water brith possible? Or a home birth? Do they have birth centres? You have no clue and that makes you feel even more uneasy.

  • Now your belly is growing and things become to get more real, you start to realise that you only have a vague idea of how you want the birth to go. Therefore questions keep popping up in your head when you think about birth: ´How does my body know what to do to get the baby out? Doesn't the baby get hurt in the process? How on earth does the head of a grown baby fit through? Is it true women poo during birth and isn't that gross?´ In fact, you try to reason it out but you hardly know how a natural birth works. The lack of real knowledge makes you feel insecure.

  • The memories of past menstrual pains cast a shadow of doubt on the idea of a natural birth. The mere thought of those familiar twinges extended over hours makes you unsure if natural birth is a good idea. It sounds nice, and yes you want a good start for your baby, but some nagging questions emerge; ¨Can I truly endure the intensity of birth? What if the pain becomes too overwhelming? What if I ask too much of myself?¨ The thought of not knowing how to cope with the pain worries you.

  • You have a nice healthcare provider and are happy with the appointments so far, but a few things start bothering you; your healthcare provider cannot guarantee she will attend your birth, when you question her advice and ask for more clarity she doesn't seem to happy about it and your questions do not get fully answered. You start wondering if you chose the right healthcare provider and what actually your options are. Can you change to another healthcare provider? Or should you try to open the conversation once again? You are unsure how to go about this and the worries keep piling up.

  • Lately you have been listening to some positive birth podcasts and it absolutely inspires you! Incredible how these ladies speak about their birth! They look back with such joy and they seem so confident! You realize you have no idea how to get to such a positive mindset about birth. Frankly, you feel pretty anxious about birth and wonder: ´Will it be possible for me to look back at birth in the same way these women do?´

How would it be for you if...

… your options for birth are clear, you understand the maternity system in Spain and you know in which type of setting you want to give birth.

… you know you´ve got this! You feel totally confident and informed because you now know exactly how birth works. You even look forward to giving birth!

… you are not afraid of the pain anymore. You have the tools to deal with the intensity of birth and have the confidence you can handle this!

… you feel comfortable with the birth place and healthcare providers you chose because you know they will support you in the birth you desire.

… you´ve overcome your fears and had an amazing birth, because you where ready, no matter where your birth would take you. 

 

That is all possible when you book the private HypnoBirthing course. This is your way to an informed and empowered birth!

This is what is included in the private HypnoBirthing course:

  • 12.5 hours of birth education in total.  I walk you through everything from the breathing techniques to how the Spanish maternity system actually works, all from the comfort of your own home, wherever you are in Spain.

  • The flexibility to plan the course hours that fit your schedule. Standard format is 5 times 2,5 hour sessions once a week during 5 weeks. In the private course you have the possibility to adjust the course format. Either intensify the schedule to two full days if preferred, or stretch the sessions over more weeks, ensuring completion within a maximum of 10 weeks for optimal results.

  • Either online or in person in the comfort of your own home

  • The full HypnoBirthing Institute workbook: relaxation scripts, hands-on exercises, affirmations for both mother and father, natural pain-relief information, a birth partner guide, breathing techniques and more.

  • Downloadable relaxation audios, to practise your breathing and visualisations any time, day or night.

  • The complete Birth Plan Pack: bilingual birth preference templates, the full numbered options list in Spanish and English, and a formal bilingual letter for your care provider. We go over it together in the course, and I answer your specific questions live, so you're clear on every choice.

  • The BRAINS decision-making tool with the key questions translated into Spanish so you can actually use it in the room, in the moment, with your Spanish care team.

  • My expat information handout: clear, myth-busting guides to the things that trip parents up in Spain: birth hormones and the oxytocin loop, your due date, waters breaking before labour, "big baby" warnings, vaginal exams, and understanding induction.

  • WhatsApp and email support from me throughout the course and right up to 2 weeks after your baby arrives, so you're never left with a scary question and no one to ask.

  • A completely personalised experience, because it's a private course, we can spend more time on your individual questions, preferences, previous experiences and the specific maternity care available to you.

 

newborn baby in safe hand

After this 5 week antenatal program you will:

>> possess a comprehensive understanding of the Spanish maternity system, enabling you to navigate it with ease. Armed with knowledge and insight, you will confidently choose the best care provider and environment that align with your birth preferences. Gone are the feelings of unease and confusion; in their place, you will feel prepared to embrace the birth experience you desire.

>> understand how natural birth works and the remarkable capabilities of your body. You will approach labour and birth with a sense of calm assurance. Trusting your body and knowing that you are fully prepared to welcome your baby into the world in a gentle and natural manner. Therefore you will enjoy the rest of your pregnancy knowing you will rock this!

>> have replaced the worries and concerns that once clouded your outlook of childbirth with a newfound understanding and confidence. Armed with invaluable tools and techniques to handle the intensity of childbirth. You'll embrace your birth experience with a sense of empowerment, equipped to manage the natural ebb and flow of birthing sensations.

>> assertively you take charge of your birth experience because you know what your options and rights are. Through open and informed dialogue with your healthcare provider, you will find your way through the healthcare system. Chasing the best healthcare provider and birth environment for you. You will be equipped with the tools and confidence to advocate for yourself, making your own informed decisions, ensuring that your birth experience is a reflection of your values, desires and preferences.

>> be ready to be the guest in your favourite positive birth podcast! Now you have your own story to tell and you can inspire other women to prepare for their amazing birth on their terms!

Investment 

Undoubtedly, the journey to parenthood is filled with exciting choices and each contributing to your unique experience. Your desire for a positive and empowering birth experience is truly commendable, and to cater to your individual needs, I offer the Private HypnoBirthing Course at an investment of €675,-

Consider this not just as a course fee but as an investment in a positive birth experience that you, your partner, and your little one will carry with you for the rest of your lives. When compared to traditional baby investments like prams or nursery furnishings, which often exceed €800,- and have a limited lifespan of just around 4 years. The private course offers unparalleled value. The impact of a positive birth experience, however, lasts a lifetime!

Why opt for the Private HypnoBirthing Course?

Tailored to your life

The private sessions follow a standardized program but come with the flexibility to adapt class times and days to suit your busy schedule. This ensures that your journey towards parenthood is seamlessly woven into your life.

Personalized attention

Unlike group sessions, the private course allows for more individual time for you and your partner. Dive deeper into specific subjects that matter most to you, and receive personalized attention.

Adaptable curriculum

Each journey is unique. The private course allows me to pay more attention to subjects that resonate with you and less attention to subject that are less important for you personally.

Private and personal

Enjoy the privilege of discussing personal concerns and questions in a private setting. The one-on-one sessions provide you with the comfort and confidentiality to address any individual needs or queries you may have.

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Still have questions? See here the most Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the private HypnoBirthing course for?

The private HypnoBirthing course is for expectant mothers and their birth partners who want personalised birth preparation, practical tools and guidance for navigating pregnancy and birth in Spain. It is suitable for both first-time parents and parents who have given birth before. The course is available online throughout Spain, with an in-person option in Málaga.

I'm planning a hospital birth. Is HypnoBirthing still for me?

Yes. HypnoBirthing is a very complete prenatal course that benefits all parents. It doesn't matter whether you're planning a hospital birth, a home birth, a water birth, a land birth, a birth with or without medical intervention, or even a caesarean — HypnoBirthing will benefit you. The course gives you evidence-based birth information so you can make healthy, informed decisions that best fit your family — and, because it's built for expats, decisions that fit the way birth actually works here in Spain.

I'm planning to have an epidural. Can I still benefit from HypnoBirthing?

Absolutely. While HypnoBirthing classes are primarily focused on natural childbirth techniques and pain management without medication, there are still many reasons to take the course even if you're planning to use medication during labour.

The classes help reduce anxiety and give you valuable information and techniques that are beneficial regardless of your birth plan.

Even though the course emphasises coping with pain without medication, you'll still gain real insight into relaxation, breathing techniques, and how to create a positive birthing environment , and staying calm and informed matters just as much when you're navigating a hospital birth in Spain. Ultimately, the decision depends on your own preferences and goals for childbirth, and the tools you learn here will serve you whichever path you take.

Does HypnoBirthing mean I won't feel pain during birth?

No. HypnoBirthing does not promise a painless birth. It teaches relaxation, breathing, self-hypnosis, visualisation and other techniques designed to reduce fear and tension and help you work with your body during labour. Some women experience little or no pain, while others experience strong sensations or discomfort. Every birth is different, and there is no guarantee of a completely pain-free birth.

What can HypnoBirthing actually do for me?

HypnoBirthing can help you approach birth feeling informed, prepared and confident. The course combines birth education with relaxation, breathing, self-hypnosis, visualisation and affirmations to help reduce fear and anxiety, understand your options and make informed choices about your care. Research conducted by the HypnoBirthing Institute has also reported higher birth satisfaction among women who completed its programme.

I'm not sure about the hypnosis part. What actually happens?

The hypnosis used in HypnoBirthing is a state of deep relaxation and focused attention, similar to the relaxed state you may experience when you are absorbed in a book or daydreaming. You remain conscious and in control throughout the process. You are not made to do anything against your wishes or values. The techniques are taught so that you can use relaxation and self-hypnosis yourself during pregnancy and birth.

My hospital offers a free birth course. Why would I need another course?

Please do go along to the hospital course too — it's a great way to see the ward and meet the staff. But an independent course like this one does a very different job. Here's why parents choose to do both:

  • You'll learn a range of tools and options for natural pain relief that (in most cases) aren't offered or taught in the healthcare provider's or hospital's course.
  • Independent childbirth education isn't based on the policies of the hospital or healthcare provider — so nothing is left out because it doesn't suit their routine.
  • You'll know all your options for childbirth, not just what your particular hospital offers.
  • You'll watch birthing videos that inspire, rather than frighten.
  • You know exactly who your teacher is — a familiar, consistent face for all five weeks, not a rotating room of staff.
  • Birth partners are far more involved — they leave feeling genuinely prepared to support you.
  • You'll be fully informed to create your birth preferences — and, because this course is built for expats, you'll get those preferences numbered in Spanish and English, ready to hand to your Spanish care team.
  • It's in English, in a small group of no more than 4 couples — so you understand everything fully and there's real time for your questions.

Do I need to attend every session with my birth partner?

No. Because the course is private, the sessions can be adapted to your circumstances and your birth partner's availability. Ideally, your birth partner attends at least the first session so that you both understand the foundations of the course, and another session towards the end where we focus more specifically on the birth partner's role. The exact arrangement can be discussed when planning your course.

Can my doula join one of the private course sessions?

Yes. Your doula can join one private course session, ideally the session where we focus on the birth partner's role and practical support during birth. Please let me know well in advance if you would like your doula to attend so I can prepare the session accordingly.

How do I get the course materials if I'm doing the private course online?

If you take the private course online, your book and course materials are sent to you as soon as possible so that you can use them throughout the course. If you attend the course in person, your materials are provided during the course, with the book and remaining materials given to you in the final session.

When should I start the private HypnoBirthing course during pregnancy?

Most parents take the course somewhere around the second trimester into the early third trimester, which leaves plenty of time to practise the techniques before your due date. If you're not sure whether the timing works for you, just message me and we'll figure it out together.

What's the difference between the private and group HypnoBirthing course?

The main difference is the level of flexibility and individual attention. In the private course, the schedule can be arranged around your availability, and we can spend more time on subjects that are particularly relevant to you while moving more quickly through areas you already understand. There is also more space to discuss your individual questions, circumstances and birth preferences. The core HypnoBirthing content and structure remain the same because each part of the programme has a purpose in preparing you for birth.

How flexible is the scheduling?

The private course normally takes place over around five weeks, but there are several ways to arrange the sessions. You can complete it over two and a half longer days, spread the sessions over several weeks, or arrange several shorter sessions within a shorter period. The course should normally be completed within ten weeks. Scheduling is agreed around mutual availability, with mornings and weekends often offering the most flexibility.

Can the private course be adapted to my pregnancy and birth plans?

Yes. The private format allows us to give more attention to the subjects that are particularly relevant to your pregnancy, birth plans and questions, while spending less time on areas you already feel confident about. However, the course still follows a carefully designed structure because the different subjects build on each other and are all relevant to preparing for birth. 

Is the private HypnoBirthing course available online?

Yes. The private HypnoBirthing course is available online for expectant parents anywhere in Spain. The sessions are live and personalised, so you can ask questions and discuss your own pregnancy, birth plans and concerns directly with me. If you are based in Málaga, you also have the option of taking the course in person.

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