Hypnobirthing Classes in Perth
Looking for hypnobirthing classes in Perth?
Learn practical breathing, relaxation and birth partner techniques from an experienced Registered Midwife while also preparing for breastfeeding, newborn behaviour and the realities of birth.
Independent, evidence-informed birth education developed from more than 25 years of supporting Perth families.
25+ Years Experience
Registered Midwife & IBCLC
Independent Childbirth Educator
Small Workshops
Evidence-Based
What is Hypnobirthing?
Many parents discover my website while searching for hypnobirthing classes in Perth, but they’re often unsure what hypnobirthing actually involves.
At its heart, hypnobirthing is about replacing fear with understanding. Rather than relying on hypnosis in the stage-show sense of the word, it teaches practical skills that help parents work with labour instead of feeling overwhelmed by it.
These techniques typically include breathing exercises, relaxation, visualisation, positive mindset strategies, and practical ways for birth partners to provide support.
Research suggests that when parents understand how labour works and feel safe, informed, and supported, they often feel more confident and better able to adapt if birth takes an unexpected turn.
These are skills that can be valuable whether you’re planning a physiological birth, an epidural, an induction, or a caesarean birth.
My Approach to Birth Preparation
I taught the Hypnobirthing Australia™ programme for over 10 years and continue to value many of the breathing, relaxation, and partner-support techniques that helped thousands of families prepare for birth.
Over time, however, I found myself wanting the freedom to teach beyond a branded curriculum.
As a Registered Midwife, Certified Childbirth & Early Parenting Educator, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and NDC-accredited health professional, I wanted to include the latest evidence on labour physiology, pain science, informed decision making, breastfeeding, newborn behaviour and biologically normal infant sleep.
That’s why I developed my own independent birth education programme.
Today’s workshops combine the most effective elements of hypnobirthing with more than 25 years of clinical experience supporting Perth families through pregnancy, birth, and early parenting.
Rather than focusing on achieving one particular type of birth, my goal is to help you understand what is happening, work with your body, adapt if circumstances change, and leave your birth feeling informed, respected and proud of yourself.
“It’s not about having the perfect birth. It’s about understanding your choices, trusting yourself, and feeling supported every step of the way.”
~ Pip Wynn Owen
Why Parents Choose Me
When you’re preparing for birth, you’re choosing someone to guide you through one of life’s biggest transitions.
You deserve education that is evidence-informed, practical, and grounded in real clinical experience, not just theory.
As a registered midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and childbirth & early parenting educator, I’ve spent more than 25 years supporting Perth families through pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenting.
Rather than following a fixed branded curriculum,
My Qualifications
✔ Registered Midwife (RM)
✔ International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
✔ Certified Childbirth & Early Parenting Educator
✔ NDC Accredited Practitioner
✔ Baby Sleep & You Practitioner
✔ Parental Brain Educator
✔ BFHI Assessor
✔ Guest Lecturer, Curtin University
✔ More than 25 years supporting Perth families
What Makes My Workshops Different?
Unlike many birth preparation courses, we don’t stop at labour.
You’ll also learn:
• How birth physiology really works
• Practical partner support techniques
• Evidence-based pain management
• Breastfeeding preparation
• Understanding newborn behaviour
• Biologically normal infant sleep
• How to adapt confidently if birth doesn’t go to plan
You’ll leave feeling prepared not just for birth, but for those important first weeks with your baby.
What You’ll Learn in My Birth Preparation Workshops
Preparing for birth isn’t about memorising a breathing technique or hoping everything goes according to plan.
It’s about understanding how your body works, learning practical skills that help you work with labour, and feeling confident enough to adapt if birth takes an unexpected turn.
My workshops combine the best of hypnobirthing with current evidence about birth physiology, breastfeeding, and newborn behaviour, helping you feel prepared not only for birth but also for life with your baby afterwards.
Understanding Labour
Learn how hormones, your nervous system, movement , and the birth environment influence labour.
You’ll understand why feeling safe matters and how your body is designed to birth.
Informed Decision Making
Understand common interventions, your options and how to remain actively involved in decisions throughout labour.
You’ll leave knowing how to ask questions with confidence.
Breathing & Relaxation
Learn breathing, visualisation, and relaxation techniques to help you stay calm and work with contractions.
These skills can be used in physiological birth, induction, epidural, or caesarean birth.
Breastfeeding Preparation
Learn what happens during the first hours after birth, how breastfeeding works and simple strategies that can help get feeding off to a positive start.
Birth Partner Skills
Discover practical ways your birth partner can support you using massage, acupressure, positioning, communication and emotional reassurance.
Partners leave knowing exactly how they can help.
Newborn Behaviour
Understand what babies are biologically designed to do in the early weeks, including feeding, sleeping, and seeking comfort.
Knowing what’s normal helps parents feel far more confident.
Choose the Birth Preparation That Suits You
Every pregnancy and every family is different.
Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive birth education workshop, practical skills for your birth partner, personalised one-to-one support, or extra preparation for an induction, there’s an option to suit your needs.
Choose the path that feels right for you.
One Day Birth & Breastfeeding Workshop
My signature workshop combines practical birth preparation with prenatal breastfeeding education and newborn behaviour.
You’ll learn breathing and relaxation techniques, labour physiology, partner support, informed decision making, active birth, breastfeeding and what to expect during those important first weeks with your baby.
Perfect for parents who want comprehensive preparation in one enjoyable day.
Birth Partner Masterclass
A practical, hands-on workshop designed specifically for birth partners.
Learn massage, acupressure, breathing support, positioning, comfort measures and communication skills that can make a real difference during labour.
Perfect if you’ve already done your own research or attended antenatal classes but want your partner to feel confident and involved.
Private Birth Preparation
Personalised education tailored to your pregnancy, your birth preferences and your individual circumstances.
Ideal if you’re unable to attend a workshop, have experienced a previous difficult birth or would like focused preparation for induction, caesarean birth or breastfeeding.