Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Classes in Falkirk & Forth Valley | Mama Wellbeing Co

Hypnobirthing & Birth Preparation Course

Calm, confident birth preparation for you and your birth partner.

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Hi, I'm Gilly. I've spent over ten years supporting families through pregnancy, birth and early parenthood, and I've created this course to help you feel calm, informed and confident, whatever kind of birth you're planning. You can join me at an upcoming course suited to your needs, delivered either in a small group setting, or via private support in the comfort of your home or online. 

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Birth can feel exciting, overwhelming and sometimes a little frightening. Whether this is your first baby or your fourth, it's completely normal to have questions. My hypnobirthing and antenatal courses are designed to help you feel informed, calm and confident, whatever kind of birth you're planning.

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This course combines evidence-based antenatal education with hypnobirthing techniques and practical, hands-on support, so you don’t need to choose between different approaches, everything is thoughtfully brought together here in this one supportive course.​​

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My core dates for the next year are below, with additional dates added with demand. Advance booking is recommended as my group courses are popular and kept intimate with maximum of 5 couples and likely to book quickly. 

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​​Group Courses - Next availability:

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• Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th October 2026, 1-6pm each day at The Suite, Larbert. 

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• Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th February 2027, 1-6pm each day at The Suite, Larbert. 

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• Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th May 2027, 1-6pm each day at The Suite, Larbert. 

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• Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September 2027, 1-6pm each day at The Suite, Larbert. 

Group Course Investment: £245 per couple

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As one couple who attended shared:

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"This was a fantastic weekend and we both left feeling empowered and pretty excited. There was so much information and it was a great blend between facts and science based while also having a very holistic approach."

- Hayley & Julie

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Private Support

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I have some limited spaces available for private support, tailored to you, from August 2026, days and times are flexible to your schedule and can be spread over several sessions.

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Private Course Investment: £345 per couple

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One of the huge advantages of private support is that it can be completely individualised to your circumstances and needs, whether it's working with you in the lead up to your first birth or perhaps your family is expanding. As one couple kindly shared:

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"After a traumatic first birth, we knew we needed extra support for our second. Our private sessions with Gilly were exactly what we needed. She was calm, welcoming, and a fantastic listener. The session was full of practical, hands-on guidance for birthing positions, massage, breathing and relaxation techniques. The follow-up resources have been so helpful to allow us to reflect further. We felt truly supported and empowered. We’d absolutely recommend Gilly to any parents, whether new or experienced, looking for personalised support."

- Rebekah and Joe 

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How to book?

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If you’re looking for hypnobirthing or antenatal classes in Falkirk, Stirling, Forth Valley, Larbert, Lothian or Glasgow, I’d love to hear from you.

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Ready to reserve your place, or secure private support dates? 

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Email: mamawellbeingco@gmail.com
Gilly MacDonald – Mama Wellbeing Co

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Is this hypnobirthing course right for you?

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This course is suitable whether this is your first baby or not, and whether you’re planning a vaginal birth, induction or caesarean birth.

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It may be a good fit if you:​

• Want evidence-based antenatal education alongside hands on techniques, not just theory

• Would like practical tools to reduce fear and anxiety around birth

• Want your birth partner to feel confident and involved

• Are looking for a supportive, non-judgemental space to prepare for birth

• You want support that goes beyond just the birth itself

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What you’ll gain from the course

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My clients often say they leave feeling:

• More confident about what to expect during labour and birth

• Better equipped to manage stress, fear and discomfort

• More informed about birth choices and decision-making

• Clearer about how to create a calm, supportive birth environment

• More prepared for feeding, recovery and the early postnatal period

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The focus is on confidence, understanding and flexibility, recognising that every birth journey is unique. You are the expert in your body and baby, and this course helps explore options you might not know are available to you. It helps equip you to go on to decide what's right for you, your baby and your birth. 

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What’s covered in the course

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This is a complete birth preparation and antenatal education course, covering:

• How birth works: physiology and birth hormones

• Hypnobirthing techniques: breathing, relaxation, affirmations and visualisation

• Comfort measures: active birth positions, massage, acupressure and counter pressure

• Birth choices: place of birth, pain relief options, induction and caesarean birth

• Birth partner support and advocacy

• Creating your birth preferences

• Feeding your baby

• Postnatal recovery and planning

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There is plenty of time for discussion and questions throughout.

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So, what is hypnobirthing?

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Hypnobirthing is a set of practical techniques that help reduce fear and tension around birth, supporting your body to work more effectively during labour.

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It combines:

• Breathing and relaxation techniques

• Mindset and positive language

• Visualisation and focus

• Partner support

• A clear understanding of birth physiology

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Hypnobirthing is not about being hypnotised, you remain fully aware and in control. Many parents describe it as learning how to stay calm, grounded and supported, whatever direction their birth takes.

A practical, hands-on antenatal course

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This course is designed to be practical and interactive.

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You and your birth partner will have opportunities to:

• Practise massage and counter pressure

• Explore active birth positions

• Try breathing and relaxation techniques together

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If you'd like to, there is also the option to explore practical baby care, such as changing nappies and trying baby slings, helping you feel more confident for life after birth.

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What’s included in every course

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All hypnobirthing and antenatal courses include:

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• Beautifully illustrated course materials

• A goody bag to support an oxytocin-boosting birth environment

• Hypnobirthing audio recordings for pregnancy and birth

• Ongoing support via a group chat (or 1-to-1 support for private clients)

• The option to ask questions right up until your birth​​​​

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What parents say:​

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Group Course Client:

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"The techniques we learned and the resources we were provided with were amazing and we really couldn’t have asked for anything better. Gilly is an amazing support and we are very grateful for the time and thought that she puts into her classes. Would 100% recommend to anyone thinking about attending one of Gilly's courses as you will not regret it."

- Lloyd & Abbie

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Private Course Client: 

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"Both my husband and I really enjoyed the course and feel much more prepared and informed going forwards... Gilly was so lovely and immediately made us feel at ease - her knowledge really is invaluable!"
- Nicola & Craig

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Group Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Classes (Larbert)

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Group hypnobirthing courses are held in Larbert, serving families from Falkirk and the wider Forth Valley and surroundings.

• Small, supportive groups (maximum of 5 couples)

• Birth partner included

• Relaxed, welcoming environment

• Opportunity to connect with other expectant parents​

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Spaces are limited to keep the group experience calm and supportive.

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Private Hypnobirthing Courses (Falkirk, Lothian, Glasgow & Online)

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Private hypnobirthing and antenatal courses are fully tailored to you and your birth partner.

• Available face-to-face in Falkirk and surrounding areas

• Private hypnobirthing across Lothian and Glasgow (travel fee may apply)

• Online hypnobirthing sessions available across Scotland

• Flexible pacing and personalised focus

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Mama Wellbeing Co offers hypnobirthing and antenatal birth preparation courses in Falkirk and the wider Forth Valley, supporting expectant parents to feel informed, empowered and confident as they prepare for birth and early parenthood.

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Group hypnobirthing courses are held in Larbert, with private hypnobirthing and antenatal classes available across Falkirk, Forth Valley, Lothian, Glasgow and online.

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