GROUP ANTENATAL CLASSES · NORTHERN BEACHES, SYDNEY
A full day of birth prep, with your people.
Everything you need to feel genuinely ready, covered in one focused, friendly antenatal and birth preparation workshop on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Small groups of up to 4 couples, so you get real attention, real conversation, and the chance to connect with other couples on the same path.
Upcoming Workshops
Sunday 01 November: 10am–4pm
The Collective Manly, Level 1/6 The Corso, Manly
$425 per couple · Maximum 4 couples · 2 spots remaining
Sunday 29 November: 10am–4pm
Venue: TBC
$425 per couple · Maximum 4 couples · 2 spots remaining
WHY A WORKSHOP
Everything in one day. Nothing left out.
For couples who want the full birth prep experience without the scheduling of multiple sessions, and who love learning alongside others.
The complete Bright Births course in a single focused day, with no need to juggle multiple sessions
One day and done
There's something special about going through this with other couples, and many leave as friends
Meet your people
Maximum 4 couples so you're never lost in a crowd, and Jemma has time for every question
Small and intimate
Every workshop couple gets full digital course access to revisit the content anytime
Digital course included
Local to you
Held at venues across the Northern Beaches - Manly, Freshwater, Dee Why, Curl Curl and beyond
The same honest, science-backed content as every Bright Births course - no fluff, no false promises
Evidence-based throughout
THE DAY
What a workshop day looks like.
A full Saturday or Sunday, 10am–4pm. Relaxed, interactive and genuinely enjoyable - this isn't a lecture, it's a conversation.
10.00am
Welcome and introductions
Get settled, meet the other couples and set the tone for the day. Tea, coffee and a relaxed start.
10.30am
The mind and the body
Modules 1–3: understanding positive birth prep, the psychology of fear and pain, and the science of what actually happens in your body during labour.
12.30pm
Lunchbreak
An hour to eat, rest, and chat with the other couples. Bring your own lunch or grab something nearby. Plus a chance to practise our relaxation techniques together.
1.30pm
Tools, choices, and the unexpected
Modules 4–6: your relaxation toolkit, your rights and choices in birth, and how to stay calm when things don't go to plan.
3.00pm
The big day and partner prep
Modules 7–8: what to expect stage by stage, and a dedicated session for birth partners so they know exactly how to show up.
4.00pm
Wrap up and questions
Time to ask anything, revisit anything, and leave feeling genuinely ready.
INVESTMENT
$425 per couple
Includes full digital course access
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Everything you need, included in the price.
Every workshop couple receives the full suite of Bright Births resources, not just the day itself.
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Group Workshop
FULL DAY OF BIRTH PREP
All 8 modules covered in one relaxed, interactive day with Jemma and up to 3 other couples
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Full Digital Course Access
12 MONTHS ACCESS
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 from the day 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.
UPCOMING ANTENATAL WORKSHOPS
Join the next Bright Births workshop
Can’t make November? Bright Births workshops are held in small groups across Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Register your interest for a future date by letting Jemma know your due date and preferred area.
Sunday 01 November 2026
10am–4pm
The Collective Manly, Level 1/6 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095
$425 per couple
Maximum 4 couples
2 spots remaining
Sunday 29 November 2026
10am–4pm
Venue: TBC
$425 per couple
Maximum 4 couples
2 spots remaining
Bright Births workshops are kept intentionally small, with a maximum of 4 couples per group.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Good questions, answered honestly.
Anything else on your mind? Please reach out to ask
How long until a workshop date is confirmed?
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It depends on demand and how quickly a group comes together in your area. Jemma will keep you updated, and if a date is taking a while to confirm, she'll always let you know (within a couple of weeks of registering) so you can consider the digital course or one-to-one sessions in the meantime.
Can I get a refund if the date doesn't work for me once confirmed?
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We won’t take any payment from you until the date is confirmed and you are happy. If things change for you after payment we will do everything we can to find you another suitable workshop date. If this is not possible we will refund you your full payment.
Do both of us need to attend?
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We do strongly encourage you to attend with your birth partner. The workshop is designed for couples, and your birth partner's preparation genuinely makes a difference. The pricing is per couple and includes a dedicated birth partner session in the afternoon. That said, single attendees are more than welcome, just get in touch and Jemma will make it work.
Is this suitable for all birth types?
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Absolutely. The Bright Births workshop covers every kind of birth - natural, medicated, induced or caesarean. A positive birth experience isn't about the method, it's about feeling informed, in control and supported whatever happens on the day.
What if I’m not on the Northern Beaches?
The group workshops are currently held across the Northern Beaches only. If you're further afield, the digital course is available anywhere in Australia and works just as well, or get in touch about an online one-to-one session with Jemma.
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What’s covered in a Bright Births group antenatal workshop?
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The full Bright Births programme in a single day: the physiology of labour and what your body is actually doing, breathing and hypnobirthing relaxation techniques, how fear causes pain and how to interrupt that cycle, every pain management option from epidurals to water birth (without pushing any particular approach), birth preferences and how to communicate them, your birth partner’s practical role, and what to expect in the hours and days after birth. It’s a complete preparation, not a surface-level overview.
Do I still need to attend a hospital antenatal course?
Bright Births and hospital antenatal classes have slightly different jobs. Hospital courses can be really useful for understanding your hospital’s procedures, facilities and what to expect when you arrive. Bright Births goes deeper into the preparation side — mindset, the psychology of fear and pain, hypnobirthing and relaxation techniques, informed choices and practical birth partner preparation. Many couples choose to do both, using Bright Births for their broader birth preparation and their hospital course for hospital-specific information.
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What makes this different to other antenatal courses?
Honesty, mainly. Most birth prep courses either focus purely on the medical side (what might happen) or go very deeply into hypnobirthing (and can feel a bit woo-woo if that's not your thing). Bright Births sits in the middle - evidence-based and grounded in science, but with the mindset and relaxation tools that actually make a difference on the day. And it works for every kind of birth, not just the ones that go to plan.
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Is an antenatal class worth it for a second baby?
Often more so than for a first. If your first birth didn’t go the way you hoped, or left you with anxiety about doing it again, focused preparation can change everything. Even if your first birth was positive, this pregnancy is different, and a refresher on breathing techniques and birth partner preparation is never wasted. Jemma’s workshops welcome second-time parents and she’ll focus on whatever’s most relevant to where you are now.
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What is hypnobirthing and is it part of the workshop?
Yes. Hypnobirthing tools are woven throughout the Bright Births programme. Hypnobirthing isn’t about being in a trance or having a particular type of birth - it’s a set of breathing, visualisation and relaxation techniques grounded in the relationship between fear, tension and pain. The less fear you carry into labour, the less tension your body holds, and the more manageable the experience becomes. These techniques work regardless of whether you’re planning a home birth, an epidural or a caesarean.
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What is the best time in pregnancy to do an antenatal class?
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Between 24 and 32 weeks is ideal for a group workshop. Early enough that you have time to practise the techniques and absorb the information, late enough that birth feels real and imminent enough to focus your attention. If you’re further along than 32 weeks, get in touch as one-to-one sessions can be scheduled flexibly and are often a better fit for later-pregnancy bookings.
Ready to join the next workshop?
Register your interest and Jemma will be in touch to find a date and location that works for you.
Northern Beaches · Max 4 couples · Saturdays and Sundays