Matermorphosis

The ‘care tactics, not scare tactics’ Antenatal Course for modern parents

Most parents agree that today's birth and postpartum prep in the UK isn't good enough. But instead of accepting this fate for future parents we believe that there is a better way.

Matermorphosis is a new type of antenatal course inspired by Eastern, Ancient and European traditions, parent feedback and the wisdom of our experienced practitioners to put nurture at the centre of parent education.

The Matermorphosis Course:

How We’ll Prepare and Pamper You

  • Week One

    Birth’s Own Story: Hypnobirthing and Pregnancy Yoga (Worthing) or Pregnancy Pilates (Brighton)

    Vicki Thorpe will will talk us through the powerful and scientific benefits of hypnobirthing and why it’s a great friend to have by your side. Our job is to give you the tools to have the best birth possible for you: honouring the dual nature of preparation and acceptance while focusing on the supportive role of hypnobirthing and movement. We’ll finish up with pregnancy yoga (Worthing) or Pilates (Brighton).

  • Week Two

    Empower, Embrace & Untangle: Midwife Insights + Q&A

    Rachel Ollier, NHS and private midwife is a goddess amongst mortals. She is a bona fide beacon of calm, strength and knowledge and is the woman every parent needs in their corner. Rachel will offer a midwife’s perspective on navigating the NHS birth system and empowering yourself with facts. She’ll help us learn how to make challenging decisions, have a holistic approach to pregnancy and postpartum and cover some new mum and newborn baby ‘normals’ and ‘not so normals’.

  • Week Three

    Parenting Partnership Workshop: Stay Connected Through the Chaos

    Taking time to connect as a couple before a new baby arrives should be prescribed on the NHS. ‘Parents That Work’ Founder, Rachel Childs will be helping expectant parents have relationship strengthening conversations to prepare parents (as best one can) for the sleepless nights and the joyful chaos of early parenthood. Rachel will also be running mother and father circles in Week Five.

  • Week Four

    Bump & Batch: Parents Cooking Together for the Fourth Trimester

    Let’s cook together (from the comfort of our own kitchens) for a live streamed batch cooking session with mother and chef, Sophie from Loam. Finding time for nutritious cooking is often the last thing on your mind once a baby arrives so now’s a chance to do some meal prep to whack in the freezer for later keeping self-care firmly on your parent agenda.

  • Week Five

    Sole Serenity: Restorative Reflexology for Balance*

    Led by the magical Maisie Ross-Talbot, reflexology is a wonderful way to restore balance of mind and body in pregnancy. The 30 minute reflexology session will include a pre/post chat so Maisie can target the stress-busting, pain-reducing, hormone-balancing, sleep-boosting benefits of reflexology to suit you.*Worthing only.

  • Week Six

    Postpartum Peace Planning Brunch with Shoulder Massages

    A chance for all parents to get together for the last time with a talk from Honey House Founder and Doula, Daisy Hill on how to set yourself up for a supported and peaceful postpartum period. We’ll explore the concept of postnatal depletion and talk about building your support system. There will be shoulder massages on offer for all.

Prices and Dates

    • Sunday April 13th, 10.30-1pm - Worthing Birth’s Own Story: Hypnobirthing and Pregnancy Yoga

    • Wednesday 16th April 7.45-9.45pm (Online) Empower, Embrace & Untangle: Midwife Insights + Q&A with Rachel Ollier

    • Wednesday 23rd April, 7.45-9.45pm (Online) The Parenting Partnership Workshop: Stay Connected Through the Chaos with Rachel Childs

    • 30th April 7.45-9.45pm (Online) Bump & Batch: Parents Cooking Together for the Fourth Trimester with Sophie from Loam

    • Wednesday 7th / Thursday 8th May 7.45-9.45pm (Online): Parenting Circle with Rachel Childs

    • Thursday 8th (30 min slot between 11-3pm) OR Friday 9th May (30 min slot between 3-7pm) Worthing Sole Serenity: Restorative Reflexology for Balance in Pregnancy with Maisie Ross-Talbot

    • Sunday 18th May 10.30-1pm in Worthing Postpartum Peace Planning Brunch with Postpartum Doula and Honey House Founder, Daisy Hill

      £299 including a copy of Rachel Childs’ book ‘Beyond Baby Talk. Two People, Nine Months And The Twelve Conversations You Never Knew You Needed To Have”

    • Sunday 1st June, 10am-1pm, Kin Pilates Hove Birth’s Own Story: Hypnobirthing and Pregnancy Pilates

    • Wednesday 4th June 7.45-9.45pm (Online) Empower, Embrace & Untangle: Midwife Insights + Q&A with Rachel Ollier

    • Wednesday 11th June, 7.45-9.45 (Online) The Parenting Partnership Workshop: Stay Connected Through the Chaos with Rachel Childs

    • 18th June, 7.45-9.45pm (Online) Bump & Batch: Parents Cooking Together for the Fourth Trimester with Sophie from Loam

    • Wednesday 25th (mothers) / Thursday 26th June (fathers) 7.45-9.45pm (Online): Parenting Circle with Rachel Childs

    • Sunday 6th July 10.30-1pm Brighton Beach House Postpartum Peace Planning Brunch with Postpartum Doula and Honey House Founder, Daisy Hill

    • £329 including a copy of Rachel Childs’ book ‘Beyond Baby Talk. Two People, Nine Months And The Twelve Conversations You Never Knew You Needed To Have”

A Safe Haven

Matermorphosis is a safe haven for expectant parents amongst a sea of antenatal courses that aren’t really there for you. Our feedback found other courses to be patronising, overwhelming (too much information that parents simply do not need and not enough heart), scaremongering, biased - or all the above.

The Matermorphosis course shines due credit on the monumental shift both mother as carrier and creator is experiencing  - and father / second parent is feeling too. The course aims to provide parents with a nurturing experience that adequately prepares you practically - but crucially prepares and pampers you emotionally and mentally for this incredibly beautiful adventure. Your empowered parent journey begins now. Our course aims to:

  • Provide unbiased information on all types of birth and breast / bottle feeding

  • Empower with physiological labour wisdom to build your vaginal birth toolkit and celebrate informed elective c-sections.

  • Tackle the options vs no option (or avoidables / unavoidables) topic

  • Remove postpartum hyper-vigilance by providing core newborn and postpartum health flags

  • Reduce shame and increase empowerment

  • Explore the science around postnatal depletion and learn how to heal

  • Openly discuss relationship and work changes

  • Realistic nutrition chats and group batch cooking prep

  • Plan your postpartum support village to avoid feeling alone or overwhelmed

  • Meet your people and build your new parent community

Your Facilitators

  • Vicki Thorpe

    HYPNOBIRTHING AND YOGA @vickithorpeyoga

  • Rachel Ollier

    NHS AND PRIVATE MIDWIFE  @birthrocks.co

  • Rachel Childs

    RELATIONSHIP COACH AND AUTHOR @parents_that_work

  • Sophie Ridding

    CHEF

    @loam.kitchen

  • Maisie Ross-Talbot

    REFLEXOLOGIST

    @thejourney.toyou

  • Daisy Hill

    POSTPARTUM DOULA AND HONEY HOUSE FOUNDER

    @honeyhouse.club

Ready to join the Matermorphosis? Nab your place for just a £75 deposit.

Matermorphosis is a holistic and comprehensive course that covers pregnancy, birth and postpartum. You do not need to do it alongside another course (in fact we have found these courses to be more damaging than beneficial) but you can of course if you want.

We welcome payments in instalments with just a £75 deposit to make the Matermorphosis course as accessible as possible.

 FAQs

  • The Matermorphosis Course is a comprehensive 6-week antenatal program designed to support you through your pregnancy journey. Each week covers essential topics to prepare you for parenthood, combining expert knowledge with practical guidance.

  • This course is perfect for soon-to-be parents, whether you're expecting your first child or adding to your family. It's especially valuable for:

    • First-time parents seeking comprehensive preparation

    • Working parents planning their parental journey

    • Parents wanting to connect with others in similar situations

  • The course runs for 6 weeks, with weekly sessions covering different aspects of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Each session is structured to provide both educational content and interactive elements.

    • Pregnancy wellness and preparation

    • Birth preparation and options

    • Early days with your newborn

    • Practical parenting skills

    • Mental health and emotional wellbeing

    • Partner support and relationship dynamics

  • See pricing and dates further up

  • You can easily enroll through our website at https://honeyhouse.space. Once registered, you'll receive immediate access to the course materials and welcome information.

    Or email Daisy via the contact form.

  • The Matermorphosis Course stands out because:

    • Parent-Centered Design

      1. Created by a parent who understands the real-life challenges of modern families, especially those with closely spaced children.

        • Focused on practical, actionable advice rather than overwhelming theoretical content.

      2. Holistic Approach

        • Covers not just pregnancy and birth but also the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of parenthood.

        • Includes guidance for both parents, emphasizing teamwork and shared responsibilities.

      3. Community Connection

        • Access to a supportive community of like-minded parents through Honey House's meet-ups and networks.

        • A focus on building lasting connections, ensuring parents don’t feel isolated during this journey.

      4. Integration with Other Services

        • Complements Honey House's broader ecosystem, including postnatal doula services and the upcoming mental load calculator.

        • Provides a seamless transition from antenatal preparation to postnatal support.

      5. Modern Parenting Challenges

        • Tailored to address the unique challenges of modern parents, such as balancing work, relationships, and mental health.

        • Designed to tackle the "mental load" of parenting, with tools and strategies to manage it effectively.

      6. Practical, Real-Life Insights

        • Grounded in personal experience, offering relatable and realistic advice for navigating the early stages of parenthood.

        • Focuses on practical skills like newborn care, partner dynamics, and managing expectations.

  • Yes! Many parents find value in combining the Matermorphosis Course with our:

    • Monthly meet-ups (£8.99/month)

    • Navigating Newbornland postnatal support package (£499)