‘There was a very good balance between presentation, discussion, exercises and demonstrations. The Saturday sessions went very quickly… and the pub at lunchtime was a good idea’

‘I really appreciated being able to ask questions freely…it was a great opportunity to meet people in similar circumstances’

‘I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the classes. I came away with a positive but realistic view of all options available. Whilst daunting, I am so eager to get on with it now! Many thanks to Anne’

‘I thought the right balance of information regarding aspects of childbirth was achieved. I now feel empowered to make the right choices when the time comes. I think the classes have allowed both of us to approach it with shared knowledge’

‘I found the description of the actual birth process very interesting’

‘We really enjoyed the variety of information, meeting other new parents and the different activities and interactive approach’

‘I appreciated the soothing and reassuring manner of Anne…it was fun and light-hearted whilst being very informative’

‘I found the description of the actual birth process very interesting’

‘The printed information was very useful… I particularly liked the friendly atmosphere, relaxed and informative teaching style…having the opportunity to meet new parents with their babies was also very beneficial…I really thought Anne helped the partners to really be part of the birthing experience by giving them a good focus’

‘I really liked the relaxed atmosphere and the way knowledge was presented. It was really useful for the men to help them understand their role’

‘Most information you get from books is aimed at mothers. I developed a good understanding of my role and the labour process which I would not have obtained from books’

‘Classes were informative and relaxed and I always felt comfortable asking questions…the practical sessions were a really important part of the course’

‘I valued the sense of camaraderie, Anne’s enthusiasm and sense of ease’

‘I really enjoyed the teaching...it makes a real difference to the whole experience’

‘I found having a women’s only session really useful. It was also great to meet new parents from the previous group and hear what they had to say’

‘Lots of clear information, presented well’

‘The classes were informal and informative and there was a good balance of material used’

‘I really appreciated Anne’s level of knowledge and the interaction with the rest of the group’

‘I really enjoyed the interaction. Anne was great at really involving the partners and helping them see the importance of their role’

‘Great group, good fun, great facilitator…informative without opinions’

‘We enjoyed the relaxed way that information was given. We appreciated the supportive atmosphere that enabled us to be honest and express anxieties. We feel so much better informed’

‘Anne delivered the subject matter very well. She has always been approachable and friendly. It was also important to meet others in the same situation’

‘I really enjoyed learning so much but having so much fun at the same time! I also enjoyed meeting a great group of people’