Supporting Calm Births
Certified Hypnobirthing Instructor with
I deliver personalised antenatal classes using the proven Wise Hippo method.
About me
Hi, I'm Zara!
I'm a mum of three and a hypnobirthing instructor trained in The Wise Hippo method.
I first discovered hypnobirthing nine years ago when I was pregnant with my first baby. I wanted a natural birth, without drugs or intervention, and to feel in control of my experience. What I discovered was something that genuinely amazed me!
I loved learning about how our minds and bodies work together during birth, and the techniques that could help me feel relaxed, confident and in control. I went on to use hypnobirthing for all three of my births, and had three natural births. I found it so incredible that, nine years on, I'm still friends with some of the lovely people I did my original course with!
Hypnobirthing made such a difference to my experience of pregnancy and birth that I knew I wanted to share it with other women. So Breathe and Grow was born!
I'm so passionate about helping mums to be discover hypnobirthing and all that it has to offer. I want you to feel excited about your birth, understand your options and realise just how much you can do to prepare yourself for the experience. Birth doesn't have to be something you simply turn up for and hope for the best, there are so many wonderful tools you can learn and practise beforehand.
Whether you're expecting your first baby or welcoming another little one, I'd love to help you feel informed, confident and ready to meet your baby.
I genuinely can't wait to share the world of hypnobirthing with you!
Let's breathe, grow in confidence and get ready for your birth journey together.
My Philosophy
I believe birth preparation should be about so much more than learning breathing techniques. Hypnobirthing brings together relaxation, visualisation, mindset and an understanding of how your body works to help you approach birth feeling positive, confident and informed.
Birth doesn’t always go to plan, and preparing for it isn’t about trying to control every detail. It’s about understanding your options, knowing your rights and having the tools and confidence to navigate whatever your birth brings.
That’s why my courses combine practical hypnobirthing techniques with knowledge about birth, the maternity system and the choices available to you. You’ll learn how to communicate your wishes, ask questions and make informed decisions, so you can feel empowered and involved in your own birth experience.
I teach the Wise Hippo Birthing Programme, built around the idea of the Right Birth on the Day — because your birth is unique to you, and you deserve to feel prepared, supported and confident, whatever shape it takes.
