PARTNERS IN CRIME (AND IN LABOUR)

This masterclass is for all the birthers and partners out there—because labour isn’t just one person’s journey! Take a deep breath, get comfy, and join us as we dive into Partners in Crime and in Labour—practical tips to navigate birth together.

👋 Hosted by Kathy, postpartum doula and founder of Pregnant and Popped, this session features two incredible experts:
✨ Maud from Bliss in Birth – Hypnobirthing and Pilates Instructor
https://www.pregnantandpopped.com/provider/bliss-in-birth
✨ Tania from Gentle Beginnings – Birth Doula and Lactation Counsellor
https://www.pregnantandpopped.com/provider/gentle-beginnings

Together, they’ll walk you through game-changing physical and emotional support techniques, from TENS machines and acupressure to mindset shifts that make all the difference. Plus, we’re busting myths about birth support and sharing easy ways partners can step up when it matters most!

00:00:00 – Introduction
00:02:49 – The Role of Partners in Labour
00:03:00 – Staying Energised: Food and Hydration
00:04:26 – Pain Relief Tools: TENS Machine
00:05:49 – Acupressure and The Power of Touch
00:07:00 – Heat Therapy and Water for Pain Relief
00:09:00 – Massage and Light Touch Techniques
00:10:00 – The Magic of Hip Squeezes
00:15:11 – Breathing Techniques for Labour
00:16:46 – The Importance of Movement in Labour
00:18:00 – Emotional Support and The Birth Environment
00:20:05 – Relaxation and Hypnosis in Labour including a guided relaxation and visualisation exercise led by Maud.
00:27:00 – Affirmations and Encouragement for Labour
00:28:37 – Where to Get a TENS Machine
00:30:16 – Do Hospitals Allow These Techniques?
00:34:35 – The Truth About Eating in Labour
00:38:00 – Do Hip Squeezes Hurt?
00:39:48 – Breathing Techniques for Partners
00:42:00 – The Partner’s Role: Holding Space for Labour
00:43:37 – When to Hire a Birth Doula or Hypnobirthing Educator
00:45:13 – Final Encouragement and Where to Get More Support