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A calm morning to prepare for birth with confidence.

Pregnancy is a time of incredible change, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between appointments, endless information online, and trying to prepare for your baby's arrival, it can be difficult to find the time to simply slow down and connect with yourself.

Our Pregnancy Wellness Retreat has been created to do exactly that.

Join Carla from The Gentle Start Midwife and Robyn Yoga for a relaxing morning designed to help you feel calm, informed and confident as you prepare for birth.

Through a combination of pregnancy yoga, midwife-led birth preparation, guided relaxation and open conversation, you'll gain practical knowledge, learn ways to support your body and mind during labour, and leave feeling more prepared for the journey ahead.

Whether this is your first baby or you're welcoming another little one, this is a chance to take a pause from the busyness of everyday life, ask the questions that matter to you, and spend time with other expectant mothers in a warm and supportive environment.

What you'll experience

• Gentle pregnancy yoga suitable for pregnancy
• Midwife-led birth preparation
• Practical coping strategies for labour
• Breathing and relaxation techniques
• Guided relaxation
• Opportunity to ask your questions in a relaxed Q&A
• Light brunch
• Time to connect with other expectant mums

Event Details

Date: Saturday 18th July

Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm

Location: SETU Yoga Studio, Clarenbridge

Also available live via Zoom

Investment: €65 per person

Limited to 12 in-person spaces to ensure a relaxed and personal experience.

Is this retreat for you?

This retreat is perfect if you want to:

✓ Feel calmer as you approach birth

✓ Understand what to expect during labour

✓ Learn practical ways to cope with contractions

✓ Build confidence in your body's ability to give birth

✓ Meet other expectant mums in a welcoming environment

✓ Enjoy a few hours dedicated entirely to you before your baby arrives

Our promise

At The Gentle Start, we believe birth preparation should leave you feeling informed—not overwhelmed.

Our aim is for you to leave feeling calmer, more confident and empowered, knowing you have practical tools to support you through labour and into early parenthood.

We'd love to welcome you.