Embrace Parenthood, Peterborough

04/12/2025

Pregnancy can feel overwhelming at Christmas, but attending a relaxation session or antenatal course gives parents-to-be practical tools to feel calm and prepared. January relaxation sessions are now open for booking, helping you start the year grounded and confident in your pregnancy journey.

04/12/2025

03/12/2025

www.embraceparenthood.co.uk/blog/a-simple-first-trimester-guide-that-wont-overwhelm-you-peterborough-edition

Read my latest blog post, tag your friends in the first trimester (if they've told you).

Newly pregnant in Peterborough or Cambridgeshire? This gentle first-trimester guide covers what you might want to do — from booking your first midwife appointment to simple food safety and local contact numbers — without the overwhelm.

02/12/2025

Looking for a thoughtful Christmas gift for someone who is pregnant?
Giving the gift of an antenatal course helps parents-to-be feel confident, calm, and fully prepared for birth and early parenthood.
Our courses provide practical pregnancy support and guidance to help expecting mums and their partners navigate this special time 🎄

25/11/2025

Pregnancy Relaxation sessions are your weekly chance to:
🍃 Switch off and unwind
🍃 Support better sleep and reduce stress
🍃 Learn something new about birth each week
🍃 Connect with your baby and other local parents-to-be

Starting this January — a calm, gentle way to prepare for birth and the year ahead. Message me to save your space or book via my website.

24/11/2025

🌟 “I’m pregnant… what now?!” 🌟

When I found out I was pregnant with my first, I did what I thought you were meant to do… I rang my GP.
And honestly? They were just as confused as I was about why I was calling them 😂

They told me to register my pregnancy online — which would have been great… if I could actually find the right link! I remember trawling the internet trying to figure out what on earth I was supposed to do next.

And I still see people posting on local Peterborough Facebook groups all the time asking the exact same thing: “I’m pregnant, what do I do now?”

So luckily for you, your friendly neighbourhood antenatal teacher has put everything in one easy place.

If you’ve recently found out you’re pregnant (or know someone who has), here’s my super simple guide to:
✨ registering your pregnancy in Peterborough
✨ what to expect in early pregnancy
✨ how and when midwife appointments happen
✨ scans, check-ins and who to contact if you’re worried
✨ and why booking good antenatal classes makes such a difference

Early pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind — this blog gives you the clear steps I wish I’d had!

👉 Read the full guide here: link in my bio

💛 Save this for later or share it with someone newly pregnant!

24/11/2025

🌟 “I’m pregnant… what now?!” 🌟

When I found out I was pregnant with my first, I did what I thought you were meant to do… I rang my GP.
And honestly? They were just as confused as I was about why I was calling them 😂

They told me to register my pregnancy online — which would have been great… if I could actually find the right link! I remember trawling the internet trying to figure out what on earth I was supposed to do next.

And I still see people posting on local Peterborough Facebook groups all the time asking the exact same thing: “I’m pregnant, what do I do now?”

So luckily for you, your friendly neighbourhood antenatal teacher has put everything in one easy place.

If you’ve recently found out you’re pregnant (or know someone who has), here’s my super simple guide to:
✨ registering your pregnancy in Peterborough
✨ what to expect in early pregnancy
✨ how and when midwife appointments happen
✨ scans, check-ins and who to contact if you’re worried
✨ and why booking good antenatal classes makes such a difference

Early pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind — this blog gives you the clear steps I wish I’d had!

👉 Read the full guide here:
https://www.embraceparenthood.co.uk/blog/im-pregnant-what-now

💛 Save this for later or share it with someone newly pregnant!

Found out you’re pregnant in Peterborough? Learn how to register your pregnancy, what to expect from your midwife appointments and scans, and why antenatal classes are so important.

23/11/2025

✨ A Little Re-Introduction ✨

Hello lovely people! 👋💛
I thought I’d take a moment to re-introduce myself for anyone new here (and to say hi again to those who’ve been around a while!).

I’m Alice – a FEDANT-accredited antenatal and Hypnobirthing instructor and breastfeeding peer supporter. I’m passionate about helping parents feel informed, calm and confident as they prepare for birth, whatever their plans look like.

My classes are upbeat, evidence-based and realistic, with plenty of laughs and absolutely no judgement. Caesarean, epidural, homebirth, induction, VBAC — everyone is welcome here. 💛

When I’m not teaching, I’m usually with my girls — soaking up the cuddles, the chaos, the crafts and the snack negotiations. They’re the stars of many of the photos I share, and they occasionally pop up in my videos too… usually unplanned, always adorable.

What you’ll find on this page:
✨ Calm birth tools & hypnobirthing tips
✨ Realistic antenatal education
✨ Evidence-based breastfeeding support
✨ Honest, lighthearted posts about pregnancy, birth & parenting
✨ A regular dose of my very cheeky children

If you’re expecting in 2025, I’d love to support you — drop me a message or leave a “💛” below.

21/11/2025

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re pregnant — everyone seems to have advice, from birth stories to “must-have” gadgets.
Here’s the truth:
❌ You don’t need to know everything
🙏 You can say “thank you” and ignore advice that doesn’t serve you
😌 The best plan is the one that helps you feel calm and confident
🙅And yes — you can absolutely interrupt a negative birth story. Positive vibes only, please.

Doing an antenatal or hypnobirthing course with me can help you tune out the noise and focus on what really matters — understanding your body, your options, and your power.

19/11/2025

I am poorly with tonsillitis, my husband has tonsillitis, my daughter has been sick, and we’re on full chicken pox watch for my other daughter. Honestly it feels like our house is running its own mini A&E at this point.

When my cold first started, I went to reach for the cold and flu tablets and had that split-second “wait… am I even allowed these?” panic before remembering I’m not pregnant or breastfeeding anymore. Old habits die hard.

And honestly, being unwell in pregnancy is a whole different level. You feel awful and you have to do detective work before you can even take anything. It’s like “congratulations, you have a cold… and a research project.”

If you’re pregnant and feeling rubbish, you’re definitely not alone, and you don’t have to guess your way through it. These trusted UK resources are brilliant starting points for checking what’s safe:

• Breastfeeding Network – Drugs in Pregnancy factsheets (Google that wording)
• NHS website (NHS.uk)

And of course, always chat to your GP, midwife or pharmacist if you’re unsure.

Sending love and virtual soup to anyone else being taken out by winter bugs. We will survive… eventually.

18/11/2025

Hypnobirthing isn’t just for labour — it’s for life.

The tools you learn can help you:
😌 Stay calm and grounded when plans change
😌 Handle stress and overwhelm
😌 Sleep better and recover more smoothly
😌 Feel confident and informed throughout pregnancy and beyond
These techniques stay with you long after your baby arrives — calm, confident parenting starts here.