Simply Birth by Anna

✨ New addition for Simply Birth ✨

I’m so pleased to be introducing a gentle and supportive new element to the comprehensive course - our Worry Circle 🧠 💛

This is a space where you can share any worries you may be carrying about pregnancy, labour, birth, or the parenting journey ahead.

You can share openly, or anonymously if you prefer whatever feels right for you.

Together, we’ll hold these thoughts without judgement… and then revisit them at the end of our last class. My hope is that by then, you’ll feel more supported, more informed, and more confident - with practical tools, resources, and a stronger sense of what’s available to you.

Because one of the most powerful things we discover?

You are not alone. So many others are feeling the same, or very similar, worries 💛

Simply sharing what’s on your mind can be the first step in acknowledging those feelings.

Being heard, supported, and surrounded by others on a similar journey can be incredibly empowering - helping to build confidence, self-belief, and trust in yourself.

This circle is about connection, reassurance, and reminding you that support is always there 💫

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.. This Summer 🦁 ☀️ 👶🏼 ❤️ …

Are you preparing to become a Grandmother?

OR Auntie/Honorary Auntie?

Becoming a Grandparent/Aunt is such an exciting time, but you can also increasingly worry if the advice you are giving from your own lived experience could be outdated?

Sometimes the answer maybe yes, other times no.

Do you worry about ‘stepping on toes’ .. perhaps seeming to ‘interfere’ when you just want to give all the love and support you can 💗💗

The Grandma Class will help update you with current, evidence-based maternity practices and recommendations for the cares of the new baby - filling you with confidence in your role to support your lovely family through their transition into parenthood 👶🏼💗

💫 Share your own birth experiences.

💫 Reflect and discover on what has changed in maternity practice and the services offered over the years for labour, birth, early parenting including infant-feeding advice.

💫 Learn what NEW mummy, daddy (second mummy) and baby can expect in terms of care and support when in labour and after birth?

💫 Learn about how midwives are encouraging of a post birth BABY MOON 🌙 …

. how you can support, protect and honour this beautiful and highly beneficial ritual that’s practiced globally 🌍 💗

💫 Learn why kissing the baby 💋 is not recommended initially by anyone other than mummy and daddy (always a hotly debated discussion on our antenatal classes) .. but the primitive urge you have to do this is well understood.

Course length 2.5 hours inclusive of a 20 minute break with a complimentary warm drink and cake ☕️🍰

Course Cost £40 individually or £60 to reserve two spaces - feel free to invite your daughter, second grandma, auntie, friend or your daughter-in-law to join you!

📍 Venue 🍰☕️

Date Sunday 5th July 9-12

You await a very warm welcome 🤗

Enquire through Facebook or Instagram Messenger or Email 👇

[email protected]

📣 Simply Birth Summer 2025 Refresher Dates 🍉 💦

A Simply Birth refresher offers the perfect opportunity to revisit labour, birth and infant feeding in a calm, supportive space 🙌🏽

Designed for those who have had a baby before, this stand-alone session now includes updated guidance from a Lactation Consultant, covering all infant feeding options alongside a comprehensive labour and birth recap 👶🏼

Perfect for babies due July–October ☀️ 🍂

This relaxed and welcoming class includes:

🤍 Space to gently chat through previous birth and feeding experiences (only if you feel comfortable sharing.)
🧘🏻‍♀️ Practice your UP and DOWN breathing techniques, alongside optimal UFO positions and all pain relief options.
🔄 Discussion around VBAC, where relevant.
🌿 Insight into what may feel different this time.
🤱 Guidance on responsive feeding, positioning and attachment.
📚 Updates on what’s new and the support available to you.
🌸 Create your own aromatherapy massage oil for pregnancy, labour or birth.
🎁 Go home with a class box filled with helpful birth prep tools and relaxation goodies for you and baby post birth.

AND …

🤍 Connect with other couples through a dedicated class WhatsApp group.
👶 Attend a reunion session to regroup, with optional baby weigh and infant feeding support and advice if needed!

A warm, informative three-hour session to help you feel prepared, reassured and ready 🤗

📍 All held at the lovely Little Leeds 🥐 ☕️

💬 Enquire through the Simply Birth website or via social media📘 Facebook | 📷 Instagram

💫 Comprehensive Class availability from
July onwards ☀️

👵 Grandma Class availability early July.

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🎫 Simply Birth Reunion 2026 babies so far 👶🏼 🌍

📣 January & February Classes, we’d love to see you next Sunday for a relaxed catch-up ☕️ 🍰

Come along to share experiences, connect again, and enjoy some time together - book free tickets through events page 🎫

There’ll also be optional baby weighing and feeding support available if you’d find that helpful 🤗

I can’t wait to see as many of you there as possible 💕

Easter Joy ✨ ..

Anybody bump painting this Easter? 👆🤩

This time of year feels FULL of symbolism for pregnancy - new life, renewal, and the quiet magic of things beginning again 🌱 🌸

For those that celebrate Easter it can remind us of hope, transformation, and joyful new starts, which mirrors so beautifully the journey of pregnancy and birth 👶🏼

From the unseen growth and gentle changes of pregnancy, to the incredible moment a baby arrives, it’s a season of waiting, wonder, and finally, joy ✨

It’s such a special reminder that life is always renewing itself in the most amazing ways 🌍

Wishing lots of love to all who are celebrating today 🌸🐣

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Hi everyone 💛

It seems a few gremlins have crept into our email system, causing delays and some messages not getting through - I’m so sorry if you’ve been waiting on a reply!

If you’ve reached out about classes and haven’t heard back, please do check your junk folder just in case. You’re also very welcome to pop us a message on our social media pages - I’d absolutely love to help you get ready for the arrival of your little one 🤗

Thanks so much for your patience while I get things back on track. Much love ✨

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day to All Mums - Especially the New Ones ✨✨🌸

Holding a special place in my heart for those experiencing their very first Mother’s Day today 💗

Becoming a mother changes everything!

It’s the tiny fingers wrapped around yours.

The sleepy cuddles.

The endless learning .. and the quiet moments where you realise just how much love your heart can hold.

Mothering isn’t about perfection - it’s about showing up, loving deeply, and growing alongside your little one.

Some days feel magical, others feel messy, but every moment is part of the beautiful journey of raising a human 👶🏼 🌎

To all the NEW mums navigating first feeds, first smiles, first worries and first wins SO much love to you today 💕

You are doing something extraordinary, even on the days it doesn’t feel like it.

Take a moment today to celebrate you - the love you give, the strength you show, and the incredible bond you’re building.

Happy Mother’s Day to every mum, step-mums, mum-to-be and mother figures. The world is better because of you 🌎 🌷✨

📸 🎨 - stunning artwork by - one of my favourite artist ✨

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💫 Celebrating the strength, resilience and brilliance of women everywhere 💕

As a mother, one of my greatest sources of pride is raising my own little women - watching them grow into strong, kind, confident humans who know their worth and lift others up along the way.

To every woman carving her own path, breaking barriers, supporting others, and showing the next generation what courage looks like - you inspire me every day ✨

Here’s to the power of women, the beauty of solidarity, and the incredible futures being shaped right now 🥂

Sending love, respect and gratitude to all women today and always 🙏 🌎💕 ✨

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✨Happy Chinese New Year! 🧧🎉

Welcome to the Chinese zodiac Year of the Horse 🐎

If you welcome a baby into this year, get ready for:

🌟 Boundless energy

💪 Fierce independence

💬 A charming, social spirit

🎨 Creative flair

❤️ A loyal, big heart

These spirited little Horses are said to gallop through life with confidence, courage, and contagious joy 💫

Wishing happiness, prosperity, and magical new beginnings to all who are celebrating. May this year bring laughter, love, and lots of happy little hoofbeats! 🐴✨

💫 Create your own massage oil to use during pregnancy or labour with us 🌿 ..

Choose uplifting scents to energise you, calming scents to help you relax, or simply oils you love the smell of.

Blending your own oil makes it personal, comforting, and ready to support you when you need it most 🧘🏻‍♀️

Some benefits of aromatherapy for labour:

🌸 Encourages relaxation and reduces tension.

🍋 Can help lower stress and anxiety.

🍊 Supports steady breathing and focus.

🍃 May ease discomfort when combined with massage.

🧘🏻‍♀️ Creates a calm, positive birth environment.

👨 Helps your birth partner feel involved and confident.

A small bottle, a familiar scent, and a calming touch can make a big difference on the day 🍃 ❤️