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Looking for gentle ways to prepare for labour?
While babies arrive in their own time, the final weeks of pregnancy can bring discomfort, uncertainty, and tough decisions. It’s common to try one or two natural methods to encourage labour to start.
If you’re being offered an induction due to concerns for you or your baby, it can feel overwhelming. Medical inductions can sometimes be long, uncomfortable, and not always successful, which may influence your birth experience.
We offer a calm, personalised alternative that supports your body and mind during this important time.
Visit our Insights page to learn more about induction of labour and the options available to you.
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The Encouraging Labour Package is a gentle, natural support as you prepare for birth
Feel calm, confident, and ready
If you are nearing the end of pregnancy or trying to avoid an induction, our Encouraging Labour Package offers a safe, midwife-led way to gently support your body and mind as you prepare for labour.
Whether you are hoping to encourage spontaneous labour or want to feel more in control, this package provides evidence-based techniques to support your journey.
What’s included in the Encouraging Labour Package?
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Bespoke essential oil blend (30ml)
You’ll receive a hand-blended essential oil created just for you, using high-quality oils known to support labour. Your midwife will choose the safest and most suitable combination for your stage of pregnancy and personal preferences. - Four complementary therapies known to support labour
This package includes four therapies, all using essential oils and acupressure or acupuncture known to encourage labour naturally. Each session is delivered by a registered midwife with advanced training in maternity-specific complementary therapies. -
Guided acupressure techniques
Learn how and when to use key acupressure points known to help soften the cervix, calm the mind, and support the natural onset of labour. You’ll receive clear, easy-to-follow information so you can confidently use these techniques at home. -
Midwife-led support to prepare emotionally and physically
You’ll have time to talk through your thoughts, feelings, and plans for birth. We’ll help you reduce fear, strengthen your mindset, and create a sense of emotional readiness. Every appointment is led by a qualified midwife trained in complementary therapies.
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Safe and effective techniques delivered by midwives
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Natural support for spontaneous labour
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Help you to feel informed, calm, and in control
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Tailored to your individual needs and preferences
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Suitable from 37 weeks of pregnancy
Appointments available five days a week
We offer up to 90 minutes of time for consultation, treatment, and aftercare. You’ll never feel rushed. Refreshments are provided, and your comfort is always our priority.
Take a gentle step towards birth
Whether you’re hoping to avoid induction or simply want to feel ready, this package offers personalised, nurturing care at a key moment in your journey.
Gift cards are available.
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Your Encouraging Labour Package is designed to provide safe, personalised support as you prepare for birth. Every visit is calm, relaxed, and led by experienced midwives trained in complementary therapies for maternity care.
Your first visit includes:
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A bespoke 30ml essential oil blend, prepared specifically for you using high-quality oils known to support the onset of labour
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Printed and demonstrated guidance on acupressure points with evidence to encourage labour
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A full discussion of your goals, preferences, and any concerns, so we can tailor your care
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Information on other recognised methods to encourage labour, so you feel fully informed
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Your first complementary therapy session, chosen with you based on what feels right, or we can guide you
Therapies included in your package
You’ll receive a total of four therapy sessions, one of which is delivered at your first visit. These may include:
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Acupressure full body massage: Calming, focused therapy using pressure points linked to labour stimulation
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Reflex zone therapy: A maternity-specific reflexology technique focused on reproductive balance
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Acupuncture with hypnosis: A gentle combination to promote emotional release and readiness for birth
You are welcome to pick and choose the therapies you’d prefer for each visit, or let our midwives recommend based on your needs and experience.
Each session allows for up to 90 minutes to ensure you have time for consultation, treatment, and aftercare without ever feeling rushed.
Total package price: £245
This includes four full therapy sessions, your personalised essential oil blend, and guidance to support your body and mind as labour approaches.
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Maternity Specific Complementary Therapies
Women want choices to ease emotional or physical discomfort or concerns during pregnancy, but often wanting to avoid pharmacological medication. Discovering maternity specific complementary therapies offered by midwives offers a safe and more enjoyable solution.
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Induction of Labour
Induction of labour is offered to women when they are close to or past their due date, or if there is considered to be a risk to mum or baby if the pregnancy continues.
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Caesarean Section
Caesarean section is an operative birth of baby. There are different grades and reasons for caesarean section birth. Sometimes, caesarean section is the type of birth preferred.
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Skin to skin
Skin to skin is the contact of baby's bare skin against your bare skin. This is beneficial to both you and your baby straight after birth for at least an hour, known as the ‘golden hour’.
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Home birth
Planning a homebirth can be nerve racking as it's still less popular than hospital birth - you may feel you're going against ‘the norm’. However, there are many benefits to having your baby at home.
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Whether you are planning a hospital birth or a home birth, it’s a good idea to pack a few essentials in preparation for the birth of your baby.
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Hyperemsis Gravidarum
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Give Birth without Fear
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