For expectant parents who want expert midwife guidance, not Google rabbit holes

The Baby on Board Antenatal Route A 6-Week Midwife-Led Course Taking You From Empowered Pregnancy to Confident Parenthood

Finally feel calm, prepared, and genuinely excited about birth and early parenthood (instead of anxious and overwhelmed by conflicting advice).

Course Starts: Tuesday, 24th February 2026

Can I ask you something?

How many pregnancy articles have you read this week? How many times have you gone down a Google rabbit hole at 2am, desperately searching for answers, only to end up more anxious than when you started?

If you're nodding your head right now, you're not alone.

You're newly pregnant. Maybe you've been trying for a while. Maybe you've experienced loss. Maybe this pregnancy feels like a miracle you're almost afraid to believe in.

You want to do everything right. You want to feel informed, prepared, and confident.

But instead? You feel overwhelmed. Anxious. Like you're drowning in information but somehow still don't know what you actually need to know.

Your NHS appointments are helpful, but they're brief. There's never enough time to ask all your questions or really understand what's happening.

Google is terrifying. One search leads to ten more, and suddenly you're convinced something terrible is going to happen.

The pregnancy books contradict each other. Everyone has an opinion, but none of them are midwives.

You don't need more opinions. You need expert guidance from someone you can actually trust.

That's exactly why we created The Baby on Board Antenatal Route.

Let me guess... some of this is hitting home:

You're anxious about pregnancy, birth, and early parenting, but you don't know where to find trusted information.

Google is overwhelming and terrifying. The NHS is helpful but too brief.

You want to feel fully informed from the start, but you don't know what you don't know.

What questions should you be asking? What decisions need to be made? You're afraid of missing something crucial.

You're worried about being let down by your body or the maternity care system.

You've heard the stories. You want to feel safe and supported, not like just another number.

Everyone has an opinion, but no one is giving you the whole picture.

Your mum says one thing. Your friend says another. The internet says something completely different.

You don't feel safe yet, especially in early pregnancy.

You can't feel the baby move. Every twinge makes you worry.

You want to feel empowered in your choices, not just passively following instructions.

You don't want to be told what to do. You want to understand your options and make informed decisions.

You deserve better than that.

You deserve expert, evidence-based guidance from midwives who blend professionalism with genuine compassion.

Here's what we want you to know:

This isn't just another antenatal course where you sit in a room, watch some videos, and leave feeling just as confused as when you arrived.

This is specialist education for parents who want research-based knowledge, decision-making tools, and genuine ongoing support from expert midwives.

The Baby on Board Antenatal Route is a comprehensive 6-week, midwife-led course that takes you from early pregnancy anxiety to confident, empowered parenthood.

Over six Tuesday evenings, you'll learn everything you need to know about pregnancy, labour, birth, and early parenting from midwives who truly care about your wellbeing.

This is education that's:

Evidence-based - Rooted in current research and best practices
Holistic - Looking at you as a whole person
Non-judgemental - Supporting your choices, whatever they are
Empowering - Giving you knowledge and tools to make informed decisions
Balanced - Respecting both modern medical science and midwifery wisdom

If you want a calm, positive birth experience and value ongoing support from expert midwives, this is the antenatal course for you.

Why Most Parents Struggle with Newborn Sleep

(And How to Avoid It)

Here's the truth: most parents get very little practical sleep guidance before their baby arrives. You're expected to figure it out as you go, often while completely exhausted and overwhelmed.

You might be told:

"Sleep when the baby sleeps"

"All babies are different"

"You just have to get through it"

"Don't create bad habits"

But what does that actually mean? How do you know what's safe? What are "bad habits" versus normal newborn behavior? How do you establish routines without being too strict?

Without proper guidance, parents often:

Feel anxious about whether their baby is sleeping safely

Worry they're creating sleep associations they'll regret later

Get conflicting advice from every direction and don't know who to trust

Miss the early window to establish healthy sleep foundations

End up more exhausted than they need to be

Feel like they're doing something wrong when their baby won't settle

You don't have to go through this alone or confused.

What If You Could Support Your Baby In Their Sleep Journey from the Very Beginning?

Imagine bringing your newborn home and actually knowing what to do. Picture understanding your baby's sleep cycles, recognizing their tired cues, and gently guiding them toward longer stretches of sleep without the stress or second-guessing.

Envision your partner confidently settling your baby at night because they know the strategies that work. See yourself getting the rest you need to recover, heal, and actually enjoy those precious early weeks instead of surviving them in a sleep-deprived fog.

This isn't about rigid schedules or cry-it-out methods. This is about gentle, evidence-based strategies that respect your baby's biology while instilling healthy sleep habits from the start.

Our Newborn Sleep Workshop gives you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to help your baby become the sleeper they need to be to thrive. You'll understand how newborn sleep works, what's normal, and what you can do to support better sleep for your whole family.

When you join The Baby on Board Antenatal Route, you get:

6 comprehensive weekly sessions (every Tuesday evening for 6 weeks)

Your partner or birth companion included in the ticket price

A comprehensive information folder containing guides to each topic

A Baby on Board welcome bag with carefully selected resources

Light refreshments during each class

A complimentary midwife support telephone call once your baby arrives

Discount code to book further Baby on Board workshops

Investment: £399

Here's exactly what you'll learn over the 6 weeks:

Week 1: Tuesday, 24th February 2026

The Foundations of an Empowered Labour

Creating a positive birth experience
Choosing your place of birth: making an informed decision
The science of birth hormones: working with your body, not against it
The physiology of labour
The latent phase: navigating early labour and coping strategies
Birth partner role
Optimal positioning for labour and birth
When to call the midwife
Transferring to your place of birth (if not birthing at home)
Active labour: coping strategies
Understanding transition
The second stage: bringing your baby into the world

By the end of Week 1, you'll understand exactly how labour works and feel confident in your ability to navigate it.

Week 2: Tuesday, 3rd March 2026

Navigating Birth, Recovery & the First Hours with Confidence

The third stage: delivering the placenta
The perineum: preventing trauma, trauma repair, and care
The first six hours: you and your baby
Navigating the maternity system: your rights and choices
Creating empowering and flexible birth preferences
The BRAIN decision-making tool: a framework for informed choices
Understanding complications and emergencies
Induction of labour
Vaginal assisted birth: understanding forceps and ventouse

By the end of Week 2, you'll know how to advocate for yourself, make informed decisions, and create a birth plan that reflects YOUR values.

Week 3: Tuesday, 10th March 2026

Caesarean Birth Workshop

How to prep your body for a C-section
How to prep your mind for a C-section
Colostrum collecting
Choices to make ahead of the birth
What to expect in the operating theatre
What happens during the anaesthetic
What happens during your C-section
Your baby being born and feeding after a C-section
Initial recovery: the first 6 hours
How to recover at home
Pelvic floor and abdominal recovery
How to care for your scar

By the end of Week 3, you'll feel informed and calm about caesarean birth, not scared or overwhelmed.

Week 4: Tuesday, 17th March 2026

Feeding Your Baby with Confidence

Feeding support: where to find it
How your partner can support you
Milk production: how does it work?
Colostrum collecting: when and how do you do it?
Your newborn baby: feeding behaviours and the first hour
How will I know if my baby is hungry? Feeding cues
Positioning and attachment: how to get a good latch
How to tell if feeding is going well
Potential problems and how to solve them
Expressing milk: how to hand express and use a breast pump
Formula milk and bottle feeding
Diet and feeding
Medications and feeding

By the end of Week 4, you'll have the knowledge and practical skills to feed your baby with confidence.

Week 5: Tuesday, 24th March 2026

New Baby Workshop

Top to toe features of a newborn: what to expect
What happens in the first week: newborn screening tests
How to hold your newborn
How to care for the umbilical cord
Caring for your newborn's skin
Changing a nappy and what to expect inside it
How to bath your newborn
How to swaddle your newborn
Winding and settling techniques
How to cope with a crying baby
What to do if your baby is unwell

By the end of Week 5, you'll feel capable and prepared to care for your newborn.

Week 6: Tuesday, 31st March 2026

Baby & Child First Aid Awareness

How to perform CPR
Choking
Bumps
Burns
Fractures
Bleeding
Febrile seizures
Meningitis and sepsis awareness

Includes a first aid guide and the opportunity to purchase first aid supplies for your home.

By the end of Week 6, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to handle emergencies calmly and effectively.

Optional Add-On Workshop:

Newborn Sleep Workshop

This optional workshop is designed to help you understand what normal baby sleep truly looks like in the early weeks and months. We’ll gently explore realistic sleep patterns, biological norms, and how to support your baby in a way that feels responsive and sustainable for your family. Rather than rigid schedules or one-size-fits-all advice, you’ll gain practical tools and reassurance so you can approach sleep with confidence, compassion, and realistic expectations.

What makes The Baby on Board Antenatal Route different?

💙 Midwife-led, not just midwife-endorsed - Learning directly from experienced midwives who genuinely care

💙 Comprehensive and specialist - In-depth education covering everything from birth hormones to first aid

💙 Evidence-based and balanced - Current research respecting both modern medicine and midwifery wisdom

💙 Non-judgemental and empowering - We support your choices, whatever they are

💙 Your partner is included - They need to feel prepared and confident too

💙 Ongoing support beyond the course - Complimentary postnatal midwife call and discount on future workshops

💙 A community of like-minded parents - Connect with others who share your values

This course is perfect for you if:

✓ You're newly pregnant and want expert guidance from the beginning

✓ You're feeling anxious or overwhelmed and need trusted, reliable information

✓ You've experienced previous loss or fertility struggles and want to feel safe

✓ You value evidence-based, holistic care

✓ You want to make informed decisions, not just follow what "everyone does"

✓ You're tired of conflicting advice and Google rabbit holes

✓ You want your partner or birth companion to feel prepared too

✓ You're looking for midwife-led education that's professional, compassionate, and non-judgemental

This course is perfect for you if:

✓ You're newly pregnant and want expert guidance from the beginning

✓ You're feeling anxious or overwhelmed and need trusted, reliable information

✓ You've experienced previous loss or fertility struggles and want to feel safe

✓ You value evidence-based, holistic care

✓ You want to make informed decisions, not just follow what "everyone does"

✓ You're tired of conflicting advice and Google rabbit holes

✓ You want your partner or birth companion to feel prepared too

✓ You're looking for midwife-led education that's professional, compassionate, and non-judgemental

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Meet Your Midwife Educators: Amy & Carly

Amy Gibson and Carly Gudgeon are practicing senior midwives with years of experience supporting families through the newborn period. They’ve seen firsthand what truly supports families and what can add unnecessary stress.

As midwives and mothers themselves, they understand how overwhelming the early newborn stage can feel. They created this workshop to cut through the noise and give you realistic, gentle, evidence-based guidance that respects both your baby’s needs and your family’s wellbeing.

Their teaching style is warm, practical, and judgment-free. You’ll leave feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.

Course Dates:

Week 1:

Tuesday, 24th February 2026

Week 2:

Tuesday, 3rd March 2026

Week 3:

Tuesday, 10th March 2026

Week 4:

Tuesday, 17th March 2026

Week 5:

Tuesday, 24th March 2026

Week 6:

Tuesday, 31st March 2026

Suitable to book from: 24 weeks of pregnancy

Investment: £399 (includes you, your partner/companion, all course materials, welcome bag, refreshments, postnatal midwife call, and discount code for future workshops)

Limited Places Available: To ensure personalised attention and a supportive group environment, we limit class sizes. Places fill quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I book this course?

Suitable from 24 weeks of pregnancy. However, places are limited and fill quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as you're interested.

Can my partner attend with me?

Absolutely! Your partner or birth companion is included in the ticket price.

What if I can't make one of the sessions?

Please contact us if you need to miss a session and we'll do our best to help you catch up.

Is this only for first-time parents?

No! While many attendees are first-time parents, we also welcome parents expecting their second (or third, or fourth!) baby.

What if I'm planning a home birth? Hospital birth? Caesarean?

This course covers all types of birth settings and scenarios.

I'm really anxious about birth. Will this course make me more scared?

Absolutely not. Our approach provides honest, evidence-based information that empowers you, not fear-based tactics that increase anxiety.

What makes this different from NHS antenatal classes?

NHS classes are valuable but often brief. Our course is comprehensive, specialist, and midwife-led over 6 full weeks with time to ask questions and explore topics in depth.

Do I get any support after the course ends?

Yes! You'll receive a complimentary midwife support telephone call once your baby arrives, plus a discount code to book further Baby on Board workshops.

Ready to feel calm, confident, and genuinely excited about birth and parenthood?

Stop relying on Google searches and conflicting advice. Get the expert, evidence-based midwife support you've been searching for.

Join The Baby on Board Antenatal Route starting Tuesday, 24th February 2026.

Limited places available. Secure your place today.

Investment: £399

You deserve to feel safe, supported, and informed throughout your pregnancy journey.

This isn't just an antenatal course. It's an investment in your wellbeing, your confidence, and your experience of becoming a parent.

When you feel prepared, calm, and supported, everything changes.

You stop feeling anxious and start feeling excited.

You stop doubting yourself and start trusting your instincts.

You stop feeling alone and start feeling genuinely cared for.

That's what we want for you.

Baby On Board UK

Midwife-Led Antenatal Education | Kent & Sevenoaks

Evidence-Based. Compassionate. Partner-Inclusive.