Birth-ed Pro
Want to train to support families using The Birth-ed Method?
Calling all Doulas, Midwives, Obstetricians and perinatal experts…
Despite many requests, for years I’ve resisted setting up a Birth-ed ‘Teaching Qualification’. Disillusioned by the ‘new career’ promises made by companies churning out hundreds of hypnobirthing practitioners or antenatal teachers each year, I never wanted to make promises I couldn’t keep. I’ll be totally honest with you- setting up a business from scratch, running local classes that you need to fill month on month to turn a profit is a slog- and it’s rare that the pay off is really worth your time. It happens for some people of course, but is it a guaranteed way to make a ‘six figure salary’? Meh, usually not.
All this said, you guys keep asking, and I’ve been determined to find a way that the approach of the Birth-ed Method can reach families not only directly, but through a community of like-minded, forward thinking and motivated perinatal professionals, like you! And finally (after many years waiting for it to arrive) the lightbulb moment hit!
Tell me more…
I wanted to share a bit about the barriers I faced when working out how to do this, as I think they might be things you’ll be questioning too!
I didn’t want the established online Birth-ed Method to ‘compete’ with the offerings from Birth-ed accredited Professionals.
We’ve all seen it.. Companies that have trained 1000s of individuals to teach their ‘method’, then released their own ‘online course’ that is in direct competition with their teachers. Poor form, if you ask me. And not something I ever wanted to create.
Once you’ve trained as a Birth-ed Pro, you’ll have heavily discounted access to The Birth-ed Method* for your clients, providing a springboard for deeper, more personalised care and conversations rather than standing in competition with you.
*Payment for The Birth-ed Method is worked into your client packages, you will never have to pay up front for access or be out of pocket in order to provide this to your clients. It is not a requirement for you to provide your clients with online access to The Birth-ed Method.
I didn’t want to create a cookie cutter birth prep programme for you to parrot back at the families in your care.
Believe me, this gets very exhausting (and boring) to teach! And it’s sort of the opposite of what Birth-ed is all about isn’t it?
What’s most important in creating a positive birth education experience is trust, relationship building, nuance and personalisation. So rather than passing on a load of ‘facts’, The Birth-ed Pro training shows you how to flexibly shape this approach to the unique families sitting in front of you- in a clinic appointment, doula antenatal session, in labour or postnatal support, or in your own Birth-ed Antenatal courses (should you choose to run things that way!).
I didn’t want to create a programme that was rigid or prescriptive in the way it should be ‘taught’.
Many training programmes will tell you that you need to teach “all these facts, in this specific order, over this many hours”, regardless of what works for you, your clients, your own perspectives, insight or expertise. But not at Birth-ed Pro! As humans we’re all different in the ways we communicate, empathise, educate and work. I trust you (and can support and guide you) to use what you learn in the Birth-ed Pro training in a way that feels comfortable, intuitive and practical for the type of work you do (or would like to do!). Whether that’s working with many families in a clinic environment, as a doula working closely with families on a 1-1 basis antenatally and during birth, or if you’re looking to add a string to your bow offering antenatal education, group classes, pregnancy retreats or private birth planning sessions.
Where & When is the Birth-ed Professionals Training?
A BEAUTIFUL private residence close to Lulworth Cove, East Dorset
Friday 29th, Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st Jan (with the option of staying overnight Sunday too).
What’s included in Birth-ed Professionals Training?
Ahead of the training:
Personal access to The Birth-ed Method (7 hours, value £97)
Self guided pre-course learning (Approx 2-3 hours)
For the Weekend:
12 hours small group training (interactive, thoughtful and engaging!)
Course materials for the training weekend including a copy of my book Birth Power (£16.99)
2 Nights luxury accommodation in rural Dorset (PLUS Stay Sunday night for free! Just bear in mind I’ll be on tidy up duty!)
All food and drink (2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, snacks and soft drinks included)
Think training weekend… come retreat!
For the future:
Recognised as a ‘Birth-ed Pro’, with rights to teach The Birth-ed Method and/or support clients using the Birth-ed Approach.
Membership of Birth-ed Pro (for 1 year. Annual membership is £95 and includes everything outlined below)
Personal access to The Birth-ed Method
3 x FREE subscriptions to The Birth-ed Method online for you to share with clients (value £291).
Highly discounted access to The Birth-ed Method online for subsequent clients
Optional community support with other Pro members via Whatsapp/The Birth-ed App
Listing in the Birth-ed Pro directory
Annual training updates (if anything within the Birth-ed Method is updated)
How will the weekend run?
Final details will be confirmed with you once you’re all signed up, but it will look a little like this:
Friday
4-6pm Arrivals & settling in
7pm Welcome Dinner
Saturday
8-9am Leisurely breakfasts
9-12 Session 1: Understanding The Birth-ed Method (Mind & Body)
12-2 Lunch & Walk (optional)
2-5: Session 2: Understanding The Birth-ed Method (Choice & Communication)
7pm Dinner
Sunday
8-9am Leisurely breakfasts
9-12 Session 3: The Birth-ed Approach in Practice
12-2 Lunch & Walk (optional)
2-4: Session 4: Birth-ed Pro Business
4-5 Closing Circle
END
OPTIONAL: 6pm onwards Sunday night is going to be takeaway pizzas (additional £) and veg in front of the telly, whilst I whisk round and make the house tidy. The venue is still ours and you are welcome to stay until Monday 9am, but consider this more of a social invite rather than part of the official training weekend!
How much does it cost?
Prices are inclusive of training, all accommodation, food and drink.
£900 shared room* - shared bathroom (2-3 people sharing)
OR Payment Plan (£270 deposit PLUS 3 x monthly payments of £210)
1-4 rooms Available
Price is per person£1250 double room single occupancy - shared bathroom (2-3 people sharing)
OR Payment Plan (£375 deposit PLUS 3 x monthly payments of £292)
3 Available (all can be twins if required)£1500 double room single occupancy - ensuite
OR Payment Plan (£450 deposit, 3 x monthly payments of £350)
4 Available
Jan 29-31st 2027
Lulworth Cove
Booking includes: Training, Accommodation, Food, Drink
Jan 29-31st 2027
Lulworth Cove
Booking includes: Training, Accommodation, Food, Drink