Mindful Birth & Beyond

Mindful Birth & Beyond ✨ Educating & Empowering Families For Birth ✨
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17/02/2026

It’s been a busy start to 2026. Maternity statistics ABUHB January.

✨ BIRTH PARTNERS ✨This one’s for you! I am sure you are being the best support you can be right now, keeping the snacks ...
08/02/2026

✨ BIRTH PARTNERS ✨

This one’s for you! I am sure you are being the best support you can be right now, keeping the snacks topped up, reminding them to drink enough fluids through the day… foot rub maybe? 🤪

BUT, the big day is approaching and you might be worried you won’t know what to do to offer support?

I know it can feel daunting, but don’t panic. You have it in you to be the BEST birth partners. What you need to do..

ATTEND ALL CLASSES 💁‍♀️

Learning absolutely everything together is going to unite you both in the most perfect way. Understanding the birth process can help you prepare for the unknown. Understanding medical interventions can you be the best advocate and confident to ask all the questions. Learning relaxation techniques and other ways to support your birthing person gives you all the tools to help relieve the intensity for them.

The list goes on and on, but my main advice. Just be present in all the birth preparation sessions and you absolutely won’t go wrong 🤍

Taking bookings for private hypnobirthing classes in Monmouth. ✨

02/02/2026

New wellbeing group for antenatal mums!

In association with the Pandas Foundation (Pre And PostNatal Depression Advice and Support), a new group is going to be set up in Newport City Council with the aim to provide early, supportive intervention for antenatal women experiencing anxiety or emotional distress in a safe non-clinical space.

We kindly ask that you to complete a short form (🔗 link in comments) to register your interest and support our planning of the wellbeing group!

The primary focus is to normalise common emotional experiences during pregnancy, reduce anxiety with wellbeing focused support, encourage peer support and social connections and to increase confidence in individual coping mechanisms.

Thank you
The Newport Antenatal team

Newport Family Information Service Your Newport, Your Wellbeing GAVO - Newport Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Maternity Services

Ready to unlock a calmer, more empowered you? ✨ I'm excited to offer private hypnobirthing sessions in the comfort of yo...
14/01/2026

Ready to unlock a calmer, more empowered you? ✨

I'm excited to offer private hypnobirthing sessions in the comfort of your own home, absolutely no need to change out of your comfiest PJs! 🥲😂

Family pets are more than welcome to join in on the fun! The more the merrier!

Group classes for 2026 coming soon! Keep your eyes peeled if this is something you are interested in. I know many of my enquiries have been about group classes so i really am working on it 🥰🤞

DM me for more info. Let's get this positive birth journey started! 🤍

14/01/2026

🩵Our first Postnatal Reformer Pilates class ran today — and honestly, it was so lovely to lead it.

There is something really special about watching women move again after pregnancy. To see the smiles, the relief, and the quiet confidence returning as bodies stretch, strengthen, and reconnect is exactly why I do what I do.

Postnatal Pilates supports recovery by gently rebuilding core strength, improving posture, easing aches and tension, and helping the body feel more balanced and supported again.

But more than anything today, it was the joy on their faces — that feeling of “I’m back in my body” — that stayed with me.

So grateful to everyone who came and shared the space today 🩵

Hypnobirthing isn’t a type of birth and it’s not just for a certain kind of parent.It’s a mind body approach to birth. 
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13/01/2026

Hypnobirthing isn’t a type of birth and it’s not just for a certain kind of parent.

It’s a mind body approach to birth.

Understanding how your body works, how fear affects labour, and how to work with your physiology rather than against it.

It’s about knowledge.

About understanding your options, different interventions, and remembering that consent matters.

You can trust your body and listen to medical advice.
You can ask questions.
You can say yes and you can say no.

If you are due in 2026 and are ready to make that investment into your birth, please reach out, I would love to hear from you.

By booking a 1:1 private session with me, you have my undivided attention, and the course will be bespoke to you based on your birth preferences.

So, whether you are planning a Caesarean, VBAC, Vaginal, Home Birth, Induction… All births can be supported by Hypnobirthing. ✨🫶

My aim is to support you throughout your pregnancy and support you to feel as ready as you can be to welcome your beautiful baby into the world.

No fluff here, just honest and real advice accompanied by some amazing tools and techniques for birth 🫶

Alice x

12/01/2026

As we step into the new year, I’m delighted to share the full timetable of pregnancy, postnatal, and mum-and-baby classes. Whether you’re preparing for birth, rebuilding strength postnatally, or enjoying movement with your baby, there’s something here for you 💛

Classes for the New Year

Pregnancy Yoga & Birth Preparation
📍 Monmouth Priory
🗓 Thursdays
⏰ 6.00 – 7.45 pm
A supportive, nurturing class combining pregnancy yoga with practical birth preparation.

Mum & Baby Yoga
📍 Monmouth Priory
🗓 Thursdays
⏰ 1.15 – 2.30 pm

📍 Ross Children’s Centre
⏰ 1.15 – 2.30 pm
🗓 Mondays

Gentle movement, stretching, and relaxation for mums, with space for babies to join in or rest.

Mum & Movers
📍 The Coop, Clehonger
🗓Monday's
⏰ 9.30 – 10.30 am
Perfect for mums with more mobile little ones who want to move, play, and connect.

Mums Beyond Postnatal
📍Monmouth Priory
🗓 Tuesdays
⏰ 7.30 – 8.45 pm
A stronger, more dynamic class for mums ready to build strength and confidence beyond the early postnatal phase.
Important Booking Reminder

Packages of 6 or 10 classes are available and offer the best value
Book your mat today: https://andexhale.co.uk/yoga-classes/

If you have any questions about which class is right for you, or you’re ready to book, just get in touch, I’d love to welcome you into the new year with movement, support, and community.
Love
Tracy 💕








Understanding Early Labour (aka) The Latent Phase. Early labour, also known as the latent phase, is typically the longes...
09/01/2026

Understanding Early Labour (aka) The Latent Phase.

Early labour, also known as the latent phase, is typically the longest stage of labour. During this time, your cervix begins to dilate up to 4cm, with contractions that can be irregular and vary in intensity.

Staying at home can be beneficial for comfort, but if you feel more secure in a hospital, that's perfectly okay too.

Your safety and calmness are paramount.

I hope this helps you prepare for early labour.

More posts to follow on when to head to the hospital or contact your midwife.

For more detailed information, check out my courses on my website.

Alice x

07/01/2026

‼️Important information if you are planning a Caesarean at The Grange Hospital. ‼️

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