Oxytocin – Modern Childbirth Preparation for Couples: Experiencing Trust, Connection, and Childbirth Mindfully

Buchholz in der Nordheide, Germany
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Summary

Modern Childbirth Preparation: We want to include fathers as well, which is why we’ve made a conscious decision to lead the course as a team.

This course combines midwifery knowledge, bodywork, communication, and inner reflection into a holistic preparation for birth and parenthood.

Guided by two experts—Skadi Steinhoff, a midwife and mother of three, and Alexandre Barbry, a communication trainer and father of three—you’ll experience a birth preparation that goes deeper. In addition to in-depth knowledge about pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, we use practical exercises to help you
• regulate your nervous system
• develop trust in your body
• navigate the birth experience as a connected couple
• build a bond with your child during pregnancy.

Together, we’ll guide you in consciously shaping your own path through pregnancy, birth, and parenthood.
Birth is more than a medical procedure. It’s a transition into life and parenthood. In that moment, a new relationship begins between mother, father, and child.

The key to this lies within the body: oxytocin. The hormone of birth, bonding, and trust.

When oxytocin can flow freely, it supports
• a balanced nervous system and the birth process
• the bond between parents and child
• a harmonious postpartum period.
In advance, you’ll receive reading material—explained simply and clearly—so we can dive right into the topics of birth, the postpartum period, and parenthood.
Cost: Covered by health insurance for pregnant women. Partner fee: 195 euros. With a certificate of participation, you can submit the course costs to your health insurance provider and may receive a partial refund, depending on your plan.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories
Fertility, Personal Development, Relaxation, Communication, Wellness, Detox Retreats, Creative Retreats
Language(s)
German
Level
Beginner
Group Size
15
Place
Buchholz in der Nordheide, Germany
Accommodation
not included
Catering
No meals
Services
  • Holistic childbirth preparation class led by a midwife and a fatherhood/communication coach

  • Comprehensive information on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period

  • Practical physical and breathing exercises for childbirth preparation

  • Exercises for regulating the nervous system and reducing stress

  • Communication exercises for couples and expectant parents

  • Focus on the role of fathers and the active involvement of partners

  • Exercises to Foster Early Bonding Between Parents and Baby

  • Discussion in a safe group setting

  • Pre-course reading material

  • Confirmation of enrollment for submission to health insurance companies

sequence

Arriving & Building Connection• Getting to Know Each Other and Managing Expectations• Understanding the Nervous System• Strengthening Your Connection as a Couple

Understanding Pregnancy & Birth• Understanding the Stages of Labor• The Role of Hormones and Oxytocin• Practical Preparation for Birth

Bodywork & Regulation• Breathing Techniques• Physical Exercises• Developing Relaxation and a Sense of Safety in the Body

Becoming Parents as a Team• Communication Under Stress• The Father’s Role and Ways to Support• Strengthening the Bond During Pregnancy

Postpartum & Early Days as a Family• The Needs of Mother, Father, and Baby• Bonding and Co-regulation• Resources for Everyday Family Life

Cancellation policy

Full refund up to 30 days before arrival.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

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