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Mum and Baby Wellness Center/Center of Excellence. Hypnobirthing and Active Ante-natal classes, Chir

30/10/2026

💥2027💥 course dates for next Spring and Summer. Dm me if any queries to discuss.

18/10/2026

Congratulations!! Exciting times!! Now you are growing a baby AND a million questions at the same time!
OR has google sent your brain into complete overdrive?!
Your growing a tiny human being and prob have a zillion questions..what with mixed messages about birth, breastfeeding and what happens when baby actually arrives!!

Well, I''ve got YOU 💞💓
I'm a registered Midwife, Hypnotherapist and breastfeeding specialist, and I've been teaching Antenatal Class preparation for over 25 years.

That's alot of bumps, babies and questions...and believe me, I've heard them ALL! and all answered.

But here us what I really want you to know...
YOU HAVE OPTIONS! REAL OPTIONS!

My small interactive classes aren't about telling you how 'YOU SHOULD' birth. They are about understanding your amazing body, how to work with your body, nervous system regulation, fear releasing, knowing your CHOICES and BUILDING CONFIDENCE for however birth unfolds for you..including induction and C section....just honest conversations, evidenced based when at all possible and practical tools.

Birth is an extraordinary experience and labour brings you in to a different state of awareness abd we practice that.
Learning how to breathe effectively, soften tension 🥰, quieten the mental chatter and work with your body CAN make such a difference to how you experience it.💯

And the best part! These are not just tools for birth..they're skills for life, Motherhood and all the BEAUTIFUL CHAOS that comes afterwards!
And I won't be abandoning you afterwards, you'll have access to my members area and a refresher/motivational class before baby arrives to motivate you and answer all those relevant questions to the end!💞
Next course-
--November 1st one day Hypnobirthing in Kilkenny
--FINAL COURSE OF 2026 IS IN PORTLAOISE NOVEMBER 21ST/22ND.

I would love to welcome you to any of these.

Because birth might be as old as time....that dosent mean you have to know everything about it?!

Come CURIOUS, bring your questions and your chosen BIRTH COMPANION and pop me a dm to discuss or book your place.

18/09/2026

There is SO much I want to say about birth… but let’s start with this:

Are you afraid of birth?

Maybe a little anxious?
Maybe a LOT anxious?
Maybe you’ve heard so many birth stories, opinions, warnings and “just you wait…” that your brain has already written the script before labour has even begun.

And really… is it any wonder?

We live in an ‘instant everything’ world where everything is delivered fast and instant and where fear and mixed messaging is thrown at us from all angles around birth..

We live in a world where most of us don’t understand birth…nor trust birth.

But here’s the thing…

Fear, anxiety, lack of trust and ‘not understanding birth’ doesn’t have to write your birth story.

We can train for something different. Our bodies need training not just our minds.

We can learn to come back to ourselves through meditation.
Back to our breath.
Back to connection.
Back to trust.

Because birth preparation isn’t only about knowing what happens next.

It’s about building that radical self-confidence that says:

“Whatever direction my birth takes, I can meet it.”

Think of my courses as a little training camp for birth — only with considerably less shouting and hopefully much more oxytocin. 😉

We regulate the nervous system.
We practise effective breathwork, tuning inward…using mindfulness.
We use creative imagery of softness, opening and expansion using hypnosis and Hypnobirthing techniques.
We explore movement and fascial unwinding.
We learn how to help the brain and body recognise safety rather than threat.

Because our brains are brilliant… but they do have a habit of scanning for danger.

And if fear has been feeding your internal birth algorithm that is your nervous system well maybe it’s time to give that algorithm some new material.

Safety.
Connection.
Confidence.
Support.
Trust.

Birth is unpredictable — we cannot script every moment.

But unpredictable doesn’t mean unpreparable.

You can prepare your mind and body in alot of ways and be present for what ever way your baby decides to come💫

Birth is a celebration of life ✨️
Do you agree?
I would love to hear your thought

17/06/2026

2026 Hypnobirthing/Mindfulness courses- an update 💫

29/04/2026

Meet mighty Evan, a 10 week old baby I saw yesterday..he came to me yesterday for bio dynamic cranial sacral therapy.

Mother was concerned as he had reflux, clicking and symptoms of body tension.

Now this cutie was 5.2 kgs at birth! and Mom had him vaginally and baby knew exactly what to do but in any event it was a tight squeeze for him!! So I endeavoured to make him more comfortable in his body🥰

Had a tongue tie revision last week with no amelioration of symptoms.

Came to me and we worked on oral dysfunction and releasing tension. Voila and symptoms improved dramatically.

Gave Mom some exercises to do for him.
👒 Then with my lactation hat on we assessed!

If you have any queries about your baby pl get in contact.
I also facilitate home visits on request🥰

26/03/2026

Share, learn and connect with your peers 💞 at this special time in your lives.
Next meet up April 2nd! @1030. Dm me for details.

26/03/2026

For a Mother to find her comfortable position in labour is very important not just for her but for her baby to find the space to turn. I attended a study day in Waterford recently on the use of peanut balls in labour, from bigger balls to small ones! with the amazing peanut midwife alongside my wonderful colleague .emm

These active study days keep us up to date on the research on supporting Mothers through the labour process. I learned alot more layers today!
For me using the 'fire hydrant' (see pic above) is one position I use at homebirth settings. In the hospital setting smaller peanut balls are used to support Moms having an epidural to help support baby's rotation.

I definitely will be using a more of these peanut balls more in my homebirth practice when needed. When we know where baby is in the pelvis we can help baby along by releasing and softening pelvic muscles. Mother also feels supported and a part of her active labour process as she understands the reasoning behind them.

And did you know that use of peanut balls in labour has been found to reduce labour time by an average of 82 mins in the 1st stage of labour and 8 mins average in the 2nd stage.

Also so wonderful to meet midwives from Waterfird, wexford and St lukes in kilkenny, all with a keen interest to support labouring Mothers.

25/03/2026

💞 May 23nd 2026. Midwife led 'active and holistic workshop.
💫This active workshop also includes a refresher class at the end of your pregnancy on zoom from 37 weeks.
💫winnerflow and 'birth comb' free. Course comes with book, folder, information, audios and access to members area.
💫 Access to birth balls and peanut balls on day to practice with at different stages of the labour process.
💫Can be redeemed against your insurance depending on your insurance policy.
💫investment fee 175 euro
💫Limited availability so dm me to secure your place.

15/03/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all our amazing Mothers in our society today and... every day. Today we celebrate you🥰🥰....Mother's to be, Grandmothers, Step Mums, God Mothers, Guardians and Mother figures and to the Mums for whom it wasn't meant to be...💞💞

Esp to my own Mothers and families that I have worked with in 2025/2926 celebrating for the 1st time💓😘😘

It's a real hard job to say the least...but the rewards are immeasurable. Your love, strength and sacrifices shape families and communities in the most beautiful ways. Thank you for the endless care, patience and guidance you give without expecting anything in return. I salute you 🙌

Be spoiled today with appreciation, joy and the recognition you truly deserve. ❤️

12/03/2026

Hello Kilkenny💗
Having worked and supported Mothers and babies for years at birth and breastfeeding/lactation support (and still at it!) I am excited now to be working as a bio dynamic cranial sacral therapist for Mothers and babies and everyone else🥰

Babies love this nurturing therapy where they get the opportunity to soften and unwind after birth and help regulate their nervous systems.

Suitable for all ages, adults, teenagers, toddlers and esp babies.💞

WHERE- the joyful movement studio R95 RDT3.
Monday appointments available.

So WHY is bio dynamic cranial sacral therapy so great for babies?

👶 It helps baby's re adjust and allign after their birth journey hence allowing them to feel more at ease in their bodies.
👶 It supports the nervous system allowing for a calmer baby
👶 Supports the Digestive tract in decreasing symptoms of colic and reflux.

💓WHY is it great for Mothers?

This therapy offers a deeply gentle and restorative approach that many mothers find helpful for relaxing the body and calming the nervous system.

It provides a quiet space for Mothers to rest and reconnect with their own bodies after the physical and emotional demands of pregnancy and birth.

It eases tension in the neck, back and pelvis from pregnancy, labour and from caring for a newborn.

If you are a Mother in the Kilkenny area or surrounding areas or know someone who might benefit and appreciate a calm and supportive therapy space I'd love to connect.

If you have any questions or want to discuss or make an appointment pl DM me on 086 832 8859.

I look forward to connecting with you

Warmest, brenda

Address

Lauragh
Mountmellick
R32X8D6

Website

http://www.birthingwithconfidence.ie/

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