Beyond Birth

Becoming a mother is one of the biggest transitions we experience. Perhaps you wonder why something so beautiful can feel so hard. You are not alone.

While so much care is focused on your baby, mothers need care, connection and support too.

Courageous Births and Beyond offers spaces where mothers can slow down, be honest, build friendships and feel supported as they navigate this new chapter.

Because motherhood was never meant to be navigated alone.

Mamble

A gentle first step into your village

Sometimes you don’t need another class. Sometimes you just need to get outside, breathe, and walk alongside other mothers who understand.

Mamble is a relaxed walking group for mothers and little ones, a chance to connect, share stories and remember you are not alone.

Come as you are. Babies can nap, feed, be carried or fuss. There is no expectation to have it all together.

Mamble launching September 2026

Join the Mamble WhatsApp Community to hear about upcoming walks, connect with local mothers and find out when the next meet-up is happening.

HELD

A place where mothers are held too.

The early months of motherhood can feel like a whirlwind. Your body is recovering, you are learning your baby, adjusting to a new identity and finding your way through a season that can feel both beautiful and overwhelming (and often in the same minute).

While it can seem like everyone else knows exactly what they are doing, the truth is that so man mothers are quietly figuring it out too.

HELD is a small circle for mothers and babies designed to support the mother as much as the baby.

A place where you can slow down, share honestly and be reminded that you do not have to navigate this journey alone.

A calm, welcoming space where babies can feed, sleep, wriggle and be cared for. There is no expectation for your baby to be still or behave in a certain way.

In HELD you will find:

• A warm, welcoming space where you can arrive exactly as you are
• Gentle grounding and relaxation to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself
• Honest conversations about the realities of motherhood
• Connection with other mothers who understand
• A place where you are listened to, supported and seen
  

Babies are welcome at HELD, but this space is centred around the mother. Because when mothers are supported, babies benefit too.

HELD Founding Circle- September 2026

I am delighted to be opening the first HELD Circle this September, for a small group of mothers to come together to create the village we all need.

Details:

• Babies always welcome
• 6 week circle
• A small group go up to 6 mothers
• Thursday 10am-11.30 am
• Bladon, Woodstock, Oxfordshire
• £78 founding investment

Coming soon: Baby Massage

A gentle opportunity to slow down, connect with your baby and learn the benefits of baby massage in a supportive environment.

You were never meant to do this alone

Motherhood is a journey of discovery, of your baby, yourself and a new way of being. It is beautiful, challenging, unexpected and often so much harder than we imagined.

Whether you are looking for a gentle first step through Mamble, or deeper connection through HELD, there is a place for you here.

You don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t need to pretend everything is easy.

You are welcome exactly as you are.