BirthWell Hypnobirthing - Harpenden

Catherine B.

I really enjoyed Joan’s Hypnobirthing course. Joan is full of knowledge and filled me with confidence in the lead up to birth. I enjoyed receiving all the information Joan sent on a regular basis after each session to help remind and embed what we had learnt. I would highly recommend these Hypnobirthing sessions. They put me at ease and made me feel relaxed as well as understand that there are many options during pregnancy and birth which I was not aware of. I will continue to use the calming and relaxing skills I have learnt now I have had my baby as they are manageable skills for life. Thank you Joan!

Oliver J.

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Joan! We were recommended to her by some friends and we certainly see why now. My wife and I now feel so prepared for the birth of our first child, having attended Joan’s hypnobirth classes. Everything she taught us was well planned and always demonstrated with examples or stories which made it so much easier to relate with. We can’t wait to put the new skills into action.

Bethan A.

I highly recommend Joan for anyone who is pregnant. I was really anxious about my first birth and found her hypnobirthing course incredibly helpful in creating a different perspective - I felt much calmer, better prepared and confident, with a toolbox of things to try which were really useful during labour. I had a more 1-1 engagement with Joan for my second birth and again she brought a huge amount of calm, reassurance and kindness which really eased my anxieties and made me feel much more confident and in control.

Joan made such a huge difference to my peace of mind for both of my pregnancies, going above and beyond to help. I wouldn't hesitate at all in recommending her hypnobirthing courses, 1-1 support and reflexology to anyone with an upcoming birth. Thank you Joan!

Stephanie B.

Joan provided reflexology sessions and they were just incredible. I struggled to relax with life keeping me busy and working, it was a period of calm, complete relaxation. I feel it really contributed to the most beautiful birth experience too. Joan also gave me many helpful tips and reminders. Highly recommend!

Ka'ja C.

We can't recommend Joan more highly; her wisdom and expertise have already been invaluable along our pregnancy journey! Arming us with a sense of empowerment and positivity, we are approaching the birth of our first child entirely differently than before our Hypnobirthing sessions with her (and entirely for the better!). A more informed understanding of what is to come has removed a huge amount of the fear of the unknown and is making the experience of pregnancy far happier. Joan also made us feel like part of the family, welcoming us into her home (her dog Dolly is gorgeous!) and with baked treats always at the ready, each session didn't feel like a classroom but an engaged conversation. Joan really cares, and is both enthusiastically and genuinely passionate about creating a positive birth experience - going above and beyond to help and advise. Thank you Joan! Katia & Kev x

Erica L.

Both my husband and I found Joan’s hypnobirthing course to be invaluable in preparing us for the birth of our twins who are due this summer. I had been quite nervous/apprehensive about the unknowns of labour and birth, but with all of the knowledge and skills that Joan has shared with us, she has enabled me to feel empowered and excited for the upcoming birth of our babies.
I feel I am in a very positive mindset about birth as a result of Joan’s guidance. She has equipped me with the tools needed for a positive birth experience.
We live in Ireland so we did our sessions via Zoom. Joan’s warm and kind nature enabled us to feel supported and listened to at all times. We highly recommend Joan’s hypnobirthing course for anybody preparing to give birth.
Thank you Joan. We look forward to filling you in on our birth experience this summer. X

Chanelle H.

I cannot stress enough how invaluable Joan’s hypnobirthing course was for the birth of our daughter.

During the sessions, we felt so informed and equipped with so many tools and techniques which filled us with so much confidence for the big day. All the course material - the affirmations, breathing and massage techniques, and all the extra reads/videos that Joan would always send over were so helpful. Joan went above and beyond to ensure that we were fully prepared for all outcomes and that we knew our options and rights when it came to making informed decisions. By the end of the course I felt empowered, excited and ready to give birth!

I really loved the focus on the importance of the role of the birthing partner as this made me feel at ease knowing that my partner was well informed on how to support me. On the day, he did amazing and I couldn’t have got through it without him, I was able to stay in my zone the entire time and it proved just how indispensable Joan’s classes were for us.

Unfortunately my birth didn’t go to plan (we had hoped for a home water birth) but Joan supported us throughout my (very long) labour which I can’t thank her enough for. Although I ended up in a hospital setting, I put everything I learnt from Joan into practice and I managed to stay so calm and relaxed throughout. It ended up being a really nice experience and I’m so happy with how things went considering my plan got turned upside down!!

Thank you Joan x

Lucy A.

I thoroughly recommend Joan's Hypnobirthing course for anyone currently pregnant and in need of a little support and encouragement. Before the course I was very nervous about birth and didn't have much knowledge at all with regards to how it would all pan out. I'm now 37 weeks and feeling excited about birth rather than nervous / unprepared. Joan's style of teaching is extremely informative and interesting whilst also approaching in a kind and soft manner. I'm confident that the preparation I've put in with Joan will help me to stay calm and relaxed during the birth, even if it takes an unexpected route. I also loved how Joan involved and empowered partners to ensure they understand how significant their role is. Thank you so much Joan, for helping us feel so prepped and excited about the arrival of our little one. x