Labour of Love

Labour of Love Midwife run birth preparation courses in the Dublin area. Courses eligible for refund from insurance companies!

Hypnobirthing is the term used to describe ‘self-hypnosis’ or ‘deep relaxation’ in labour to significantly reduce, if not eliminate, pain and stress in labour. It incorporates relaxation techniques such as breathing and massage. While hypnosis in labour was described a couple of hundred years ago the modern philosophy of Hypnobirthing is derived from the work of Dr. Grantly Dick-Read who surmised

that the pain associated with labour was born through the fear women had come to perceive about it- fear creating tension, tension creating pain and thus it became a self-fulfilling prophecy. Hypnobirthing aims to eliminate that cycle by ensuring the woman is well informed and well prepared for her birth- allowing her to remain calm, confident and in control throughout. This course involves attending 4 sessions over 2 days (approx. 12 hours). It covers the anatomy and physiology of the birth process as well as the psychology behind hypnotherapy and hypnosis. Support of the woman is paramount and an entire session is dedicated to the role of the birth partner. Breathing and massage techniques are demonstrated as well as deep relaxation scripts. Finally, what to expect during labour, additional tools for coping with labour and considerations when drawing up a birth plan are discussed.

17/05/2026

✨ Hypnobirthing Course – June ✨

If you’re pregnant and want to feel calm, confident and truly prepared for birth—this course is for you 💛
Join me for a 2-day Hypnobirthing course, designed to give you and your birth partner the tools, knowledge and confidence to approach birth positively.

👩‍⚕️ Led by a registered midwife with over 20 years experience

👩‍❤️‍👨 Small, supportive groups (max 7 couples)
💬 Interactive, practical and evidence-based
🗓 Saturday 6th & Sunday 14th June
🏩 Roganstown Hotel, Swords, Co. Dublin
⏰ 10am – 5pm each day
💶 €320 per couple
✔️ Refundable through insurance

Spaces are limited—early booking recommended.

📧 Email [email protected] to secure your place

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16/05/2026

If you’ve already taken a Hypnobirthing course but feel like you need a refresher—this is for you.
Join my Hypnobirthing Refresher Workshop and walk into your birth feeling calm, prepared and in control.

🗓 Sunday 24th May
⏰ 2–5pm
📍 Roganstown Hotel, Swords
👩‍❤️‍👨 Partners encouraged to attend
🌿 Ideal for second (or subsequent) births
💬 Time for Q&A and personalised support

Limited spaces available—message me to secure your spot.

14/05/2026

I have been really poor with sharing stories the last while.....life is busy and it takes time (and screen time at that!) which I want to escape as much as possible! However the stories mean alot to me, hearing that the course made a difference to a woman's birth journey is the one thing that keeps me enthusiastic 11 years on!

I know that hearing about other people's positive experiences also makes a difference for women too.....it helps drown out the negative, dramatised stories we see all too often on media.

This mama did the course with me on her first 5 years ago and reached out earlier in the pregnancy for the tracks again as she had lost the download when changing phones.

I'm delighted she had such an incredible experience and hope that others will learn from her preparation!

26/04/2026

Day 2 almost done after what was a really busy week.....lovely to see the sunshine the last few days!

If you are interested in a hypnobirth course the next course is in June......after that will be August due to holidays!

Also have had a couple of requests in the last couple of weeks so a refresher is confirmed on Sunday 24th May 2-5pm in Roganstown. If you are pregnant next time around and feel you haven't had time to think about the current pregnancy at all and need a recap just email me [email protected].

18/04/2026

So Spring has officially sprung......a time for new beginnings! Labour of love is officially 10 years old this month! I have met hundreds of couples in the last 10 years and it's into 1000's if you include the couples in the hospital course I ran for almost 10 years too!

Life is busier than ever and I haven't been great at sharing stories of late.....I applied for and was offered a new job in the last couple of months so I'll be back to college for a few months from July. Don't worry Labour of Love will still continue but I haven't got the time to be savvy with social media and it certainly isn't possible to have a full time income with it......well maybe I could but I'd be afraid I'd be overwhelmed and lose my passion and enthusiasm for it all if did.

So I mainly rely on past clients recommending me to friends and family and I appreciate all of you that do.

Hearing the stories come back after birth is what keeps me enthusiastic, knowing the course makes a difference whatever path birth takes. Being aware of options, making informed decisions and ultimately feeling empowered along the birth journey.

I am well aware that things don't always, in fact very seldom, go to "plan". The beauty of a plan is

07/04/2026

Spaces remaining for the April and June courses!

12 hours of birth preparation.
Small groups.
Beautiful venue.
Refundable by insurance.
Run by a registered midwife.

25/03/2026

Next course Saturday April 18th and Sunday April 26th in Roganstown Hotel, Swords.

There a couple of spaces left.

If you're pregnant and want an in person class, with a small group where you and your partner can get informed, prepared and empowered for your birth then get in touch.

If you've attended a course with me, found it beneficial to you and your partner, and know someone who would be interested please tag them or share!

Thanks!

21/02/2026

Day 1 of the Feb/March course is underway!

Next course isn't until April and there are spaces available!

Check out www.labouroflove.ie for further information!

25/01/2026

Day 2 here we go!

Looking forward to hearing how people's BRAINs guided their decision making during the week!

The next course is February 21st and March 1st. After that there's a break until after Easter!

Email [email protected] or check out the website for further information on courses if you are expecting and interested in a course.

If you've undertaken a course with me don't forget to share with family and friends you think may be interested.

Remember I am a one woman show and don't have much time for marketing with work and kids so I appreciate the recommendations!

Have a great day guys!

17/01/2026

And a great start to 2026! Couples from Rotunda, NMH and Drogheda getting informed, empowered and inspired for their birth journey!

Next course February 21st and March 1st! Spaces available!

Email [email protected] for more info!

06/01/2026

Next course Saturday January 18th and Sunday January 25th a couple of spaces left.......

Refresher next Saturday 9th January......

See more dates on the website......and I will get around to changing the date from 2025 to 2026 when I get a chance to open the laptop 🙈

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