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The Stirling Birth School, Stirling (2025)

29/09/2025

🗓️ New Year, New Confidence in Birth 🗓️

My next group hypnobirthing & antenatal course starts Sunday 11th January 2026, running for 4 weeks from 6–8.30pm at The Highland Gate Hotel.

This course is ideal if you're pregnant and due in February, March, or April — perfect timing to prepare, feel informed, and build confidence before birth.

It’s designed for mums-to-be and their birth partners who want more than “go with the flow.” We’ll explore your options, build supportive birth partnerships, and help you look forward to birth — not fear it.

💥 Early bird discount if booked more than a month in advance
⚠️ Limited spaces — this course always sells out
🔗 Full details on my website (link in bio) 📩 Any questions? Just get in touch

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

26/09/2025

🎉 October Class: Fully Booked! 🎉

I’m absolutely thrilled to share that the October group course is now FULL! A huge thank you to all the amazing couples who’ve signed up — I can’t wait to guide you through this transformative journey of antenatal preparation and hypnobirthing.

Your inbox will be buzzing soon with a special email to help you get started — keep an eye out!

Let’s do this together.

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

14/08/2025

HE'S HERE! 🥳

Welcome to the world, little one! I am so thrilled to announce the safe arrival of our third baby 👶

I'll be taking some time to soak up all the newborn snuggles and adjust to life as a family of five. I can't wait to share my birth story with you all in a little while, but for now, we're in our happy little bubble. 💕

Thank you for all your support and understanding!

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x
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02/08/2025

🌟 I am ready to meet my baby 🌟

But let's be honest, patiently waiting is a whole new level of mental gymnastics in the third trimester of my third pregnancy! 🤭

My heart and mind are completely ready to welcome this little one, but my body is a cosy, albeit slightly crowded, little home they're still loving.

So, for now, it's a game of faith and patience. I'm taking all the deep breaths and trusting that my baby knows the perfect time to arrive. Soon, we'll be in each other's arms. 🥰

Ready when you are kiddo.

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

28/07/2025

Alright, let's talk about the infamous phrase, "it's like sh****ng a watermelon." 🍉💩

While it's a common (and wildly misleading) saying, it's actually a pretty unhelpful (and inaccurate!) way to describe birth.

Here's the real lowdown, because our bodies are seriously incredible:

• Your va**na is a master of expansion: Your va**na isn't a rigid tube! It's an incredibly stretchy, muscular canal designed specifically to expand dramatically to accommodate a baby. Think of it less like a fixed pipe and more like a super-stretchy, magical exit tunnel.

• Baby's head is smartly designed too: And it's not just your body! Baby's skull bones aren't fused yet. They're actually separate plates with gaps (fontanelles) that can overlap and mold as they navigate the birth canal. This "molding" helps them fit through more easily. So, it's a team effort!

• Postpartum recovery is real: Yes, things will feel different for a bit (understandably!), but your va**na has an amazing ability to recover and return to its pre-birth state. It's truly resilient.

Now, for a bit of cheeky perspective: We don't often stop to marvel at, or question, how an erect 🍆 can expand and then relax, do we? We just accept that it's designed to do its thing. So why do we doubt the incredible, adaptive power of the va**na, which is literally designed for this very purpose?!

Trust your body. It knows what it's doing. You are amazing! 💪

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

**napower

20/07/2025

"I can do this because I am doing this." This affirmation isn't just words, it's a powerful reminder of the incredible strength and resilience we find when we're in the thick of it. Whether you're in labour, navigating contractions, or just getting through another day of pregnancy, remember you're already showing up, you're already strong, and you are absolutely capable. You've got this because, well, you're literally doing it! 💪

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

14/07/2025

👶 Are you pregnant and due in November, December or January?

Join my Complete Birth Preparation Group Course and empower yourself AND your birth partner for labour & delivery!

Starting Sunday, 12th October, I invite you and your birth partner to join me for a transformative 4-week journey at the lovely Highland Gate Hotel in Stirling. This group course offers a supportive and empowering environment where you'll connect with other expectant parents while gaining the knowledge and tools to navigate labour and delivery with confidence.

As a qualified secondary school teacher with 15 years of experience, I bring a passion for education and a commitment to creating a positive learning experience. I also speak from personal experience, having benefited greatly from antenatal education and hypnobirthing during my second pregnancy and birth.

Throughout the course, we'll explore a wide range of topics, including:

✨Understanding the stages of labour and the role of hormones
✨Harnessing the power of mindset and identifying/addressing any birth fears
✨Exploring various comfort measures and effective labour positions
✨Learning how to write a birth plan and advocate for the birth you desire
✨Practicing relaxation and visualisation techniques through hypnobirthing

This is more than just a class; it's an investment in your journey to parenthood. Join me, and let's empower you to welcome your baby with confidence and joy!

Course Details:
Start Date: Sunday, October 12th
Location: The Highland Gate Hotel, Stirling
Time: 2.5 hours per session (x4 sessions)
Early Bird Discount: Book before Sept 12th and save!

Don't miss this opportunity to embrace a positive and empowering birth experience. Register now and embark on this exciting chapter with confidence! Link in bio.

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

07/07/2025

"I am patient, I am calm, I am... oh, for heaven's sake, just come out already!" 😂

This affirmation is pure satire, but also, my current mood this week! As much as I'm so excited to welcome this little one and move into the next chapter, I'm trying to remind myself to breathe, be patient, and not put too much pressure on my body or baby.

They'll arrive when they're ready, and that's exactly how it should be. Sending all the calm vibes to myself (and anyone else feeling this!).

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

18/06/2025

Growing a tiny human while running The Stirling Birth School? Challenge accepted! 🏆✨ I'm still here, just a little quieter as the third trimester of my third pregnancy is taking centre stage! (And let’s be real, it’s running the show!) 💕

But don’t worry—my next course, starting in October, is open and ready to book! 🎉 If you’re expecting and want to feel informed, confident, and supported, I’d love to have you join.

Thanks for your patience while I navigate pregnancy, parenting, and business all at once—because who needs sleep anyway? 😅

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

09/06/2025

"I am choosing love, not fear." ✨ Did you know this isn't just a beautiful sentiment, but a scientific strategy for a calmer birth? When you're relaxed and feeling loved, your body freely produces oxytocin, the incredible hormone that makes your contractions effective and your labour progress.

But if fear takes hold, it can release adrenaline, pushing you into the 'fear-tension-pain' cycle – making contractions feel harder and potentially leading to a longer, more intervention-heavy birth.

At The Stirling Birth School, my antenatal and hypnobirthing courses are designed to help you choose love for your birth. I teach you how to foster that oxytocin-rich environment and release the fear that hinders progress. Discover how to work with your body, not against it. Link in bio!

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

06/06/2025

Happy International Homebirth Day! ✨ June 6th marks a day to celebrate the incredible choice of birthing at home, and this picture captures a moment that truly changed everything for me.

After a challenging, intervention-heavy first birth, my second baby's planned home arrival was a profoundly healing and transformative experience. It wasn't just a birth; it was one of the best days of my life. Being in my own space, feeling safe, supported, and completely connected to my body, allowed me to reclaim my birthing power. The peace and gentle transition for my baby and family were absolutely amazing.

If you're curious about exploring home birth for yourself, know that it can be an incredibly empowering and positive option! And guess what? The research totally backs it up! A 2019 study by Hutton et al. found some pretty awesome things for those planning home births:

⭐ 30% fewer postpartum haemorrhages
⭐ 40% less likely to have a caesarean birth
⭐ Over 50% less likely to have an instrumental va**nal birth (think forceps or vacuum assistance)
⭐ 70% less likely to use an epidural
⭐ 55% less likely to have an episiotomy
⭐ Over 40% less likely to experience a 3rd or 4th-degree perineal tear
⭐ Over 60% less likely to receive oxytocin augmentation of labour
⭐ Over 75% fewer reports of maternal infection

Pretty cool, right? It just goes to show that for many, a planned home birth can lead to fewer interventions and some truly fantastic outcomes for mamas!

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

02/06/2025

Nurturing touch for a calmer birth! ✨ These photos capture expectant parents from my Spring course learning the art of light touch massage.

Massage during pregnancy and labour offers incredible benefits:

⭐Reduces anxiety & promotes relaxation: Easing tension and creating a sense of calm.
⭐Relieves discomfort: Soothing aches and pains, especially in the back and hips.
⭐Boosts oxytocin: Encouraging the "love hormone" for more effective contractions.
⭐Strengthens connection: Fostering intimacy and support between partners.

Light touch massage is just one of the many empowering techniques explored in The Stirling Birth School's antenatal courses. Courses equip you and your birth partner with practical skills to navigate pregnancy and labour with confidence and comfort.

Ready to learn more? Link in bio to discover upcoming courses!

Believe. Breathe. Birth.

Claire x

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