The Wise Hippo Sussex Hypnobirthing Classes - Haywards Heath

Kenny C.

We really can not recommend Jo highly enough!! We were feeling overwhelmed by the whole process however Jo's warm and calm manner really helped us relax. We have learnt some excellent techniques to help us stay positive and by the end of each session we felt like a weight had been lifted! We completed our sessions over zoom which actually worked brilliantly as we felt even more comfortable in our own home. I particularly loved the fact that as Jo comes from a midwifery background she has a huge wealth of experience and knowledge. Jo we are so grateful for all your help and will be recommending you to all our pregnant friends!

Lizzie Z.

To anyone who is pregnant, I really do recommend attending the Wise Hippo Hypnobirthing course.
We attended the course online as it was during the pandemic but Joanna made us feel very welcome and relaxed. The techniques we learnt helped keep me calm and level headed throughout my birthing experience. Although our birth didn't go the way we would have preferred we still had a very positive experience and that was thanks to the course as well as the staff. The course also involve my partner more in both the pregnancy and birth. The couples we met on this course have been an amazing support team and will be friends for life.

Annie W.

I really can't recommend Jo's hypnobirthing classes enough! I was quite anxious about giving birth beforehand but felt much more at ease after the first class and actually looking forward to the experience by the last one! You can take and leave what you want from the course content, different things work for different people. There is no doubt that the techniques worked for us. I was calm and relaxed throughout the remainder of my pregnancy and the majority of my labour and the birth of my son. Several midwives at the hospital commented how well I was doing with the breathing techniques, I don't know what I would have done without them. It also gave my husband confidence in his role as my birthing partner. His confidence, in turn, relaxed me further.

Jo is very professional and incredibly experienced but it's really her empathy and kindness that make her the perfect person to help you through, what can be, a scary experience. The classes themselves are very relaxing and Jo's cake is tastier than you'll find in most cafés.

I doubt anyone regrets doing the course. I'm sure there would be hundreds more glowing reviews if it wasn't for the fact that all of the happy customers are incredibly busy new mums!

Richard C.

Deciding to do this Wise Hippo course with Jo was by far the best thing we could have done to prepare for our baby to arrive. After a not so positive birth experience with our first son, it has really made us both not only feel completely confident and relaxed about this birth but also help us to understand and come to terms with our experience last time. The techniques that Jo has taught us have been so beneficial throughout the pregnancy and will no doubt be imperative during labour as well as being simple to master. Jo is so approachable and makes it known that she is always happy to answer any questions or give extra support if we need it! We did the sessions online and we could not fault them. We met some lovely people, learnt so much and came away feeling more prepared and relaxed about the birth after each session. We would recommend this course to anyone as a must! Thank you so much Jo!

R M.

We thoroughly recommend the wise hippo hypnobirthing course with Jo. Following a traumatic first birth, I was very anxious about this second birth experience but by doing this course and with the continual support from Jo, I feel so much more confident and relaxed going into this birth. I’ve been so relaxed during this pregnancy and this is 100% down to doing hypnobirthing with Jo. We did the course via zoom which worked out so well as we could relax in the comfort of our home and this was especially convenient since we already have a toddler so we didn’t need to worry about finding childcare. Thank you so much Jo!

Helen B.

I am currently 28 weeks and have just finished my Wise Hippo Birthing Course sessions with Joanna. This is my first pregnancy and whilst excited I had felt quite anxious about the whole experience so thought I would try hypnobirthing as recommended by a friend. Joanna was recommended to me by my midwife and is a brilliant teacher and absolutely lovely person. Her knowledge and experience as a midwife and hypnotherapist combine perfectly to provide reassurance and confidence in the techniques being taught. The course is very well structured and is also really useful for birth partners. I am looking forward to continuing to practice the techniques that I have been taught using the mp3's provided in order to remain calm and relaxed and looking forward to the birth of my baby.

alexandra S.

Joanna is the most kind and empathic midwife and trainer. It was a wonderful journey doing the hypnobirth course with her where I learned so much about my body, the birth itself and of course relaxation techniques for the big day. The course helped me a lot in the preparation for birth to stay relaxed and pacient in waiting for my baby, but also during labour by focusing on my breath and listening to the MP3s. Even though it didn't have the birth I "expected", I managed to go with the flow and make the best decisions for me and my baby. I highly recommend the hypnobirth course and especially Joanna as a trainer.

Chrissie W.

Jo is an excellent teacher and incredibly supportive. It made a massive difference through my pregnancy and labour to have the skills that she taught us. My husband got a lot from it also as he was shown how important his role was and as a result I could not have been without him. I felt in control throughout my labour and am so grateful to Jo for all her support. Couldn't recommend more highly if you're considering hypnobirthing or have any anxiety at all regarding labour.