Hi! I’m Laura!
“My husband and I would absolutely recommend The Village Midwife; we really enjoyed the experience, and can honestly say it is worth every penny!
Laura, who ran our classes, was an absolute delight. Friendly, down to earth, extremely approachable, compassionate, understanding, and an absolute fount of knowledge! Her enthusiasm, energy and passion for the subject kept the classes engagingly up beat, and all her insightful know how, advice, tips, honest yet positive information was absolutely fantastic. It really did cover what it was advertised (off the website).
It was so thorough, yet clear, every question was answered, and it was just nice to be able to actually talk everything through - sometimes reading this and that, can get a bit much, but actually hearing things discussed, and with an actual midwife, details finally found context. It was excellent.
We had two full day sessions along with a zoom meeting evening; each day was packed full of information, a few activities, and then followed up with emails of really useful links. We couldn’t have hoped for more from the program...
Both myself and my husband, (birth partner), found it useful, and empowering in different ways; we were both actively included and involved within the classes, it was definitely worth us both being there! Plus, it was a lovely experience to share the classes ‘together’.
One of the most refreshing things that struck us both though, was the positivity, the options that you have, and how encouraging the information was. Everything felt ‘pro’, and we’ve finished the classes feeling far more capable and calmer about so much. We’ve also been able to finalise some decisions, thanks to the information provided from the course.
Genuinely, The Village Midwife is brilliant and we cannot recommend it enough - everyone should have access to this type of support network.”
Melton Mowbray Antenatal Courses with Laura
For parents in and around Melton Mowbray & Leicester plus parents in Eastwell, Stathern, Sileby, Huncote, Syston, Rutland and surrounding villages
Hello! My name is Laura and I have been an NHS midwife since 2015. I have experience in all areas of midwifery but I currently work in a stand-alone midwife-led birth centre which includes working as a community midwife providing antenatal and postnatal care as well as supporting women giving birth.
I live in Loughborough with my husband and three teenage children.
I feel that antenatal and postnatal education is so important and am passionate about helping to prepare and empower women and their families with regard to their choices surrounding birth and parenthood in a non-judgemental and supportive way. My aim is to work alongside families to create a community of new parents who are supportive of each other and empowered on their journey through pregnancy and parenthood.
I’m really looking forward to working with Sophie and The Village Midwife team to provide a service that encourages and supports local families in Loughborough.
Find out more about The Village Midwife antenatal course here!
For information about the course dates or to enquire about 1:1 antenatal course/support options, you can email Laura at laura@thevillagemidwife.co.uk
“We had Laura the Melton Mowbray Village Midwife - she was amazing! Her classes were fun, informative and interactive. Her expertise and knowledge is fantastic and this greatly benefited us and the rest of the class. We found her so approachable and kind. We learned a huge amount during the course and are so very grateful we got to have this experience. We highly recommend this to any parents-to-be. Thank you Laura!”
Upcoming Courses
Melton Mowbray Antenatal Courses
Antenatal Courses are held at Old Dalby Village Hall, 4 Main Road, Old Dalby, Melton Mowbray, LE14 3LR. Courses are 10am - 4pm with a pub lunch in the lunch break!
November 2024 antenatal course: Perfect for December 2024, January and February 2025 due dates! (3 spaces left!)
Saturday 2nd November 10am - 4pm and Sunday 9th November 10am - 4pm plus an evening Zoom session
January/ February 2025 antenatal course: Perfect for February, March and April 2025 due dates! (New!)
Saturday 25th January 2025 10am-4pm and Sunday 2nd February 2025 10am-4pm plus an evening Zoom session
March/ April 2025 antenatal course: Perfect for late April, May and June due dates! (New!)
Saturday 29th March 10am - 4pm and Sunday 6th April 10am - 4pm plus an evening Zoom session
May/ June 2025 antenatal course: Perfect for late June, July and August due dates! (New!)
Saturday 31st May 10am - 4pm and Sunday 8th June 10am - 4pm plus an evening Zoom session
“Informative, interactive and fun!
My husband and I really enjoyed the antenatal course taught by midwife Laura. She was really knowledgeable, sharing her own experience as an NHS midwife as well as a mum. The classes were fun and interactive, with plenty of breaks for refreshments which gave us a chance to meet and get to know the other couples. We appreciated how she was flexible and could accommodate a catch-up session for us when we couldn’t attend one of the classes due to our shift work. We recommend Laura’s antenatal class to any first-time parents like us!”
Prices
The Village Midwife Group Antenatal Course: £250
When you book your space using the link below you just have to fill out your details and pay £100 now, £50 of which is your deposit. The rest is paid a week prior to the antenatal course starting or can be paid in instalments (email us to arrange this!)
Please note: We offer a £25 NHS discount for healthcare professionals, a £15 return discount for previous clients and a 35% single parent discount. We also offer discounts and payment plans to parents who are struggling financially - contact us for more information about The Village Midwife Accessibility Fund, no questions asked.