COURSE OVERVIEW
Everything you need to feel prepared
Bright Births is a complete positive birth preparation programme built around one simple truth: a positive birth isn't about everything going perfectly to plan. It's about feeling informed, supported, and in control — whatever happens on the day
Available in-person on Sydney's Northern Beaches, or online anywhere
The Bright Births Promises
Grounded in current research, not tradition or anecdote - no fluff, no false promises
Evidence-based
Natural, medicated, induced or caesarean, this works for all of them
Every kind of birth
A dedicated module so your partner knows exactly how to show up
Built for both of you
Mindset tools that work
Practical techniques for fear, pain and the unexpected
Every Bright Births student, in-person or online, receives full access to all digital course materials.
Digital Course included
Learn with a group in person or work through the programme in your own time
Fits around your life
COURSE BREAKDOWN
8 modules. Everything you need.
The course covers the full picture - from the science of birth to mindset tools, pain management, and what to do when things don't go to plan.
Understanding positive birth preparation
What it actually means and what cats can teach us about birth (you'll see)
01
Mind over matter
The psychology of fear, pain and how your mindset physically affects your birth
02
The science of birth
What's actually happening in your body, so nothing comes as a surprise
03
And relax… your relaxation toolkit
Breathing techniques, guided relaxation and practical tools for the big day
04
Your body, your baby, your choice
Your rights, your options, and how to make informed decisions in the moment
05
The twists and turns of birth
Interventions, the unexpected, and how to stay calm when plans change
06
The big day
What to expect, stage by stage - so you arrive ready, not guessing
07
Birth buddy support
Everything your partner needs to feel genuinely useful, not just present
08
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Everything you need included in the price
Every Bright Births couple receives the full suite of resources.
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Full Digital Course Access
VALUED AT $100
Revisit every module, rewatch videos and use the relaxation tracks throughout your pregnancy - yours for a full year -
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Course Notes
SUMMARY BOOKLET
Everything covered by the course in a printable booklet to keep to hand as your due date approaches -
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Guided Relaxation MP3s
3x MP3s & scripts
To help you relax your mind and body and practice with your partner at home
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Birth Buddy Bible
PARTNER BOOKLET
A dedicated booklet for your birth partner - everything they need to actually be (and feel) useful.
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Birth Planning Support
BIRTH PREFERENCES TEMPLATE
A simple, clear template to communicate your wishes to your care team.
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New Mama's Handbook
POSTPARTUM BOOKLET
Postpartum advice so you feel confident heading into those first days.
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Birth Affirmations
20 PRINTABLE CARDS
Use these positive birth affirmations to retrain your brain and increase your confidence and calm.
Find the course that's right for you.
Antenatal classes on Sydney's Northern Beaches, and online, anywhere.
Whether you're in Manly, Freshwater, Dee Why or anywhere across the Northern Beaches - or you'd rather learn from your sofa - there's a Bright Births course built for you. Small-group workshops, private one-to-one sessions, and a fully self-paced digital course, all grounded in the same honest, evidence-based approach.
Every format. One philosophy. Your birth, your way.
most personal
One-to-One Sessions
Just you, your partner and Jemma
In your own home or online. Work through the full course together, or focus on exactly what you need. Flexible scheduling, completely tailored to you.
DURATION:
INVESTMENT:
4 shorter sessions or 1–2 longer ones - whatever works for your life
$220 refresher / $700 full course
full day
Group Workshops
A full day, with your people
Small groups of up to 4 couples on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Everything you need in one focused day — and meet other couples on the same path.
DURATION:
INVESTMENT:
Saturday or Sunday, 10am–4pm
$425 per couple
most popular
most flexible
Digital Course
Learn at your own pace, from your own sofa
45 bite-sized videos, downloadable resources and guided relaxation tracks, all yours for a year. The same honest, evidence-based content, whenever you're ready for it. Perfect with a cup of tea.
DURATION:
INVESTMENT:
6+ hours of content, 12 month access
$100 for the full course
All of our in-person courses include full access to our 6‑hour online program, so you can revisit everything in your own time
Ready to Feel Confident About Your Birth?
Whether you want the warmth of a small group or the flexibility of learning at your own pace, Bright Births has an option that works for you. Every path leads to the same place: a birth you feel proud of.