Which hypnobirthing option is right for you?
A Confident Birth Begins with the Right Education.
Preparing for Birth Should Feel Empowering
— Not Overwhelming.
Explore our three expert-led birth classes and choose the one that fits your journey best
Birth Was Never Meant to Be This Complicated
Birth and early parenting are meant to be empowering. Nature wants you to do it again and again!
Our mission is to bring you evidence-based support, confidence, and joy—not fear or confusion
Our Classes
Which class is right for you?
Birth Savvy Bub Savvy
Format: 2-Day Weekend Workshop
(Either 2 Saturdays or one full weekend)
Best For: Parents who want deep, holistic education across birth + newborn care
What’s Covered:
•Active birth, hypnobirthing, partner support
•What to do when plans change
•Breastfeeding, newborn sleep, and early parenting
Bonuses:
•eBook, cheat sheets, downloads
•Ongoing support
• Discounts on Pip’s online courses and breastfeeding consultations
Price: $699 per couple
*Health Fund Rebates May Apply
Back to Basic Birthing
Format: 3 Evenings (6–9 pm)
Best For: Parents wanting practical tools, deep relaxation, and partner-based support
What’s Covered:
• Mind-body connection, birth physiology, hormones
• Breathing, fear release, birth environment
• Massage, rebozo, acupressure, hands-on comfort measures
Bonuses:
• Guided relaxation meditation
• Workbook, laminated cheat sheets
• Refreshments + relaxed evening vibe
• Priority access to Pip’s Breastfeeding & Newborn Sleep Workshop
Price: $595 per couple
Hypnobirthing Australia
Format: 2 Weekend Days
(Either 2 Saturday or 2 Sundays)
Best For: Parents seeking a structured, nationally recognised program with strong mind-body focus
What’s Covered:
• Full Hypnobirthing Australia™ curriculum
• Workbook, breathing, affirmations, visualisation
• Partner techniques, pain management, birth mapping
Bonuses:
• $200 in additional online resources
• Priority access to Pip’s Breastfeeding & Newborn Sleep Workshop
Price: $595 per couple
Why Choose Us
Because there’s no one-size-fits-all birth—and your birth class shouldn’t be either.
At Perth Hypnobirthing & Co., we believe every parent deserves a birth preparation experience that honours who they are, how they learn, and what they truly need—mentally, physically, and emotionally.
That’s why we’ve taken the best of traditional hypnobirthing—calm, connection, confidence—and evolved it into a range of empowering, evidence-based options that meet you where you are.
Deep Dive into Your Options
Birth Savvy Bub Savvy 2-Day Workshop with Pip
A Beautiful Birth & Peaceful Start — All in One Weekend or 2 Saturdays
You want more than just a checklist for birth. You want to feel confident, supported, and ready—not just for labour, but for life with your baby.
The Birth Savvy Bub Savvy Workshop with Pip is a two-day, holistic birth and parenting preparation course that goes beyond the “textbook” and scripted approach. It’s about giving you the knowledge, tools, and mindset to have a positive, empowering birth—and a strong start to parenting.
Whether this is your first baby or you’re preparing for a different experience this time, Pip will guide you with warmth, humour, and expert support.
With years of experience as a Midwife, Certified Childbirth and Early Parenting Educator, IBCLC, and NDC Accredited Health Professional, Pip brings a rare depth of knowledge and compassion to every family she supports.
What makes Pip’s approach truly unique is her insatiable love for learning. From attending conferences, workshops and devouring the latest research, to completing advanced lactology units at UWA and diving into podcasts by experts like Dr. Rachel Reed, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Prof. James McKenna—Pip is constantly expanding her knowledge so that you get the most current, evidence-based care possible.
Some of the additional training she brings to this workshop includes:
• Optimal maternal Positioning
• Spinning Babies
• Childbirth Physiology Collectivee
• Fetal Monitoring Academy
• GroBrain Infant Brain Development
•Clinical Applications of EFT
•The Parental Brain Mastery Course
•Lactology Units from UWA (home of world-leading breastfeeding research)
“For me, staying curious and up-to-date isn’t just part of the job—it’s a privilege. Every new insight helps me better support families through this life-changing time.” – Pip
What You’ll Learn – Day 1: Birth Savvy Birthing
Get clear on what’s actually happening in your body—and how to work with it, not against it.
You’ll explore:
•What labour is really about (and how to feel less afraid of it)
•How to reduce pain naturally using brain + body tools
•Hypnobirthing basics and how to stay calm in labour
•The role of your birth partner (hint: it’s a big one)
•How to create the best possible environment for a physiological birth
•How to stay in control and enjoy your birth experience
Hands-on techniques you’ll practice together:
•Breathing and relaxation techniques
•Acupressure for pregnancy, labour & birth
•Massage, effleurage, and counterpressure
•Rebozo and optimal positioning techniques
•Mindset tools to increase confidence and reduce fear
“Couldn’t recommend this course enough! It has completely changed my mindset and how I feel about childbirth. I’ve gone from feeling pretty overwhelmed and terrified to excited and ready for whatever comes our way. Pip’s knowledge and passion is amazing and makes the classes enjoyable and interesting. I love that everything is linked back to evidence based research but that there is also an analysis of how applicable that research is to you as an individual. It was also great to do as a couple, I was previously a birthing partner to my friend and felt utterly helpless – I love that this really involves your partner and helps you prepare as a team.” ~ Hannah
What You’ll Learn – Day 2: When Things Don’t Go to Plan & How to Be Bub Savvy
Birth doesn’t always follow the script. That’s why Day 2 gives you tools for flexibility, confidence, and a smooth postpartum start.
You’ll learn:
•How to write a birth plan that works even if things change
•What to expect with inductions or interventions
•How to prepare for a strong start to breastfeeding and bonding
•What “demand feeding” really means and how to master the latch
•Common newborn sleep myths—and how to get more rest, naturally
•Ways to meet your own needs while caring for your baby
You’ll also explore:
•What the first hours after birth really look like
•How to work together with your partner as a parenting team
•Where and when to get help—and how to trust your instincts
“I cant recommend this course enough. I left feeling empowered, having a greater understanding of my body and the birth process. Pip is extremely knowledgeable and has a great approach to teaching. I wish everyone could do this course to get an understanding of pregnancy, birth and early childhood parenting” ~ Melitta
What’s Included
You’ll leave with:
• A comprehensive digital eBook
•Laminated cheat sheets for birth and postpartum
•Relaxation tracks to use during pregnancy and labour
•Ongoing support from Pip leading up to your birth
•Discounts on Pip’s Positive Induction Online Course and Baby Sleep Masterclass
Investment & Booking
Cost: $699 per couple
Health Fund rebates may be available—check with your provider.
This workshop books out quickly, so secure your spot now.
Back to Birth Basics with Vicki
Real-World Birth Prep That’s Relaxed, Practical & Partner-Focused
If you’re looking for a hands-on, interactive, and down-to-earth approach to birth prep, Vicki’s course might be the perfect fit.
Designed for couples who want to feel informed, supported, and calm, this 3-evening course is packed with real tools you’ll actually use in labour—and beyond.
Vicki brings years of experience, warmth, and a passion for helping families trust their instincts and birth with confidence.
What You’ll Learn
Session 1: Mind-Body Connection & Birth Physiology
•How your brain and body work together during labour
•Why switching off the “thinking brain” is crucial
•Understanding hypnobirthing & fear release
•Creating a birth plan that reflects your values
•Reducing fear and building trust in your body
Session 2: Hormones, Breathing & Pain Management
•Working with your body’s natural birth hormones
•Breathing, relaxation, and pain relief options
•Creating the right birth environment using all five senses
•Guided deep relaxation meditation (time permitting)
Session 3: Comfort Measures & Partner Support
•Massage, acupressure, rebozo techniques & positioning
•Partner practice without pressure or overwhelm
•Active birthing techniques that keep you in control
•Stretching and gentle movement for flexibility and comfort
“I highly, highly recommend this course! It’s so empowering & informative. All of the info has been useful, & access to the online course afterwards means I can follow-up on anything I want to clarify. Vicki is a wonderful presenter & the course is the right mix of practical hands-on tools, knowledge, & advice from Vicki’s considerable personal experience in the birthing field. I feel empowered, confident & excited about giving birth whereas beforehand I felt apprehensive & overwhelmed. My partner is a lot more involved and engaged, as he feels he has some tools as a support person, and we now also share a common language around the birth process.” ~ Xanthe
What’s Included
• 3 x 3-hour evening sessions (6–9pm)
•Comprehensive workbook with diagrams & laminated cheat sheets
• Back to Basics Birthing Online Course (valued at $295)
•Ongoing support leading up to your birth
• Snacks and refreshments provided
Investment & Booking
Cost: $595 per couple (including GST)
Check the timetable for upcoming dates.
Hypnobirthing Australia™ Course with Amy S or Amy M
Australia’s First Branded Hypnobirthing Program—Delivered with Heart
If you’re looking for a structured, proven, and practical way to prepare for a positive birth, this course is for you.
Led by the warm and experienced Amy S or Amy M, this 12-hour group course follows the nationally known Hypnobirthing Australia™ curriculum, blending modern science and ancient wisdom to help you feel calm, confident, and in control.
This isn’t about “hippie hypno stuff.” It’s about real tools, real results, and real support for one of the biggest moments of your life.
What You’ll Learn
Across 2 engaging days, you and your birth partner will explore:
•The psychology of birth: how your mind influences your body
•The stages of labour and how to stay calm and in control
•Breathing techniques, affirmations, visualisation & deep relaxation
•Creating your birth preferences and navigating the hospital system
•Partner strategies for support, advocacy & comfort
•What to do when birth takes a different path
“As first time parents, Amy provided my husband and I with so much information on labour and birth! The fact that she was very open about her own birthing experience and things not always going to plan left us feeling so much more comfortable as a couple going into labour/delivery for the first time. We feel we have the tools we need now regardless of how our birth goes. It also really helped us know where we could advocate for ourselves and how to do that in the hospital if needed which is so important!
Amy is a lovely instructor and I wish everyone giving birth could have access to classes and information like this!” ~ Candice
What’s Included
• 12 hours of face-to-face group tuition
•Comprehensive workbook filled with evidence-based insights and tools
•$200 worth of online resources: extra videos, downloads, and guided tracks
•Ongoing support until your birth
•Priority access to Pip’s Breastfeeding & Newborn Sleep Workshop
Investment & Booking
Cost: $595 per couple
Group classes available with either Amy S or Amy M
Expert Instructors
Meet Our Team
Pip Wynn Owen
Hi, I’m Pip—the founder of Perth Hypnobirthing & Co.
I’ve spent over two decades walking besides families as they prepare for one of life’s most transformative experiences: birth and early parenting.
My work blends the clinical knowledge of a Midwife, the deep insight of a Certified Childbirth and Early Parenting Educator, and the nurturing support of an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and NDC Accredited Health Professional.
But more than anything, I’m a lifelong learner—curious, passionate, and always evolving. Whether I’m attending conferences (I’m the first to grab a ticket when Dr. Rachel Reed is on stage!), diving into research on topics like Group B Strep and Vitamin K, or completing Lactology units at UWA, I’m always building on what I know to bring families the very best, most up-to-date information and support.
After over 10 years as a certified Hypnobirthing Australia™ practitioner, I’ve made the decision to step away from teaching the structured programme and instead focus on delivering a more flexible, blended approach to birth and parenting education.
Because it’s Not Just About the Tools—It’s About What Works for You
I don’t believe in handing you a long list of birth techniques and hoping something sticks.
In my workshops, I’ll help you understand your nervous system, your natural stress responses, and the unique way your body and brain work under pressure—so you can choose the tools that will genuinely support you during labour and the early days of parenting.
Whether you’re someone who calms through movement, needs focused breathwork, or thrives with sensory tools and partner support, we’ll find what works for you, not just what works in theory.
Because feeling safe, calm, and confident isn’t a one-size-fits-all formula—it’s a personal journey. I’m here to help you discover what that looks like for your body, your brain, and your birth.
Every family, every body, and every birth is unique—and that’s why my classes blend evidence, emotion, hands-on tools, an understanding of different neurotypes and nervous systems and open-hearted support.
Whether you’re hoping for a calm physiological birth, navigating the uncertainty of a medical induction, or just want to feel more prepared for life with a newborn—I want you to feel informed, respected, and deeply supported.
Because you deserve more than a birth plan. You deserve to feel heard, supported, informed, and confident—from pregnancy through to parenting.
Vicki Hobbs
My name is Vicki Hobbs, and supporting women through pregnancy, birth, and beyond isn’t just my profession—it’s my calling. I come from a long lineage of wise, grounded women who brought calm and clarity to the birth space. They taught me that when a woman feels safe, supported, and heard, she can birth with strength and self-trust.
I’m a pregnancy, birth, and postpartum practitioner, educator, and coach. I’m also a proud mother to two fiercely independent daughters—15 years apart—and a brand new nanna (which is one of my life’s greatest honours). My own journey through loss, grief, joy, and transformation has given me deep empathy and insight into the many shapes motherhood can take.
My Approach: Back to Basics, Rooted in Respect
I believe birth preparation should be simple, clear, and grounded in real choices—not fear or pressure. My approach goes back to basics, focusing on what women really need to feel confident and calm:
• Evidence-based education
• Supportive, partner-inclusive tools
• Permission to trust their body and their instincts
• A judgment-free space to feel seen, heard, and understood
My priority is always the woman. While I absolutely love welcoming babies into the world, my work is centred on making sure mothers feel strong, informed, and in control of their journey.
Since 2004, I’ve dedicated myself to studying a wide range of therapies, techniques, and birth philosophies to ensure the women I support have real options—because what works for one person may not work for the next.
I’ve studied everything from Pregnancy Massage, Hypnobirthing, and EFT to Birth After Caesarean, Optimal Maternal Positioning, VBAC, Trauma-Informed Care, and more. I’m a serial workshopper, conference regular, and research junkie—constantly learning from thought leaders
My Promise to You
I won’t promise perfection.
I won’t offer fluff or sugar-coating.
But I will:
Listen without judgment
Support without agenda
Equip you with evidence-based tools
Hold space for your choices, your fears, and your transformation
Because you deserve to feel safe, respected, and ready for birth—no matter what your journey looks like.
Amy Swann
Hi, I’m Amy Swann, a passionate and down-to-earth Hypnobirthing Australia™ Certified Practitioner dedicated to helping parents prepare for birth with confidence, clarity, and calm.
With a background in education and a deep love for working with expectant families, I bring a grounded and supportive presence to every group I teach. My approach is realistic, relatable, and evidence-based—you won’t find fluff or overwhelm in my classes, just practical tools, empowering knowledge, and a space where all questions are welcome.
Why I Teach Hypnobirthing
I was drawn to Hypnobirthing Australia™ because it offers a clear, well-researched, and proven framework for preparing both mind and body for a positive birth. It’s adaptable, inclusive, and works for every kind of birth—whether you’re planning a home birth, a hospital birth, or something in between.
But beyond the techniques, what I love most is seeing parents shift from fear to confidence, and watching birth partners step into their role with pride and purpose.
What You Can Expect in My Classes
• A supportive, non-judgmental environment
• Easy-to-understand education—no medical jargon overload
• Hands-on breathing, visualisation, and mindset techniques
• Honest conversations about what to expect and how to stay in control
• Encouragement to explore your values, preferences, and instincts
My goal is for you to walk away feeling informed, empowered, and connected—to your birth, your body, your baby, and your partner.
If you’re looking for a calm and practical way to prepare for birth, I’d love to welcome you into my next group course.
Amy McAlpine
Hi, I’m Dr. Amy McAlpine—a registered Clinical and Forensic Psychologist with over 14 years of experience supporting individuals and families across both government and private practice settings.
I’m also a proud Hypnobirthing Australia™ mum, having used the Positive Birth Program to welcome both of my children into the world in 2015 and 2020. Those two births were each uniquely empowering and beautiful—and I credit so much of that to the tools, knowledge, and mindset I gained through hypnobirthing.
Now, I’m honoured to teach this programme and help other families prepare for calm, confident, and joy-filled births of their own.
Where Psychology Meets Birth Preparation
In my clinical work, I’ve supported many women through the emotional challenges surrounding pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life—from birth trauma and tokophobia (fear of birth) to postnatal anxiety and adjusting to new parenthood.
Too often, I meet women who were never truly informed about their rights, their options, or what to expect during labour and birth. This lack of preparation can lead to fear, loss of control, and difficulty bonding with baby after birth.
That’s why I’m so passionate about what I do. Through hypnobirthing, I help parents build mental calm, emotional resilience, and real-world strategies so they feel excited—not anxious—about the day they meet their baby.
What You Can Expect in My Classes
• A grounded, evidence-based approach to birth education
Respect for all emotional experiences—no pressure, no judgment
• Support for parents managing anxiety, past trauma, or fear
• Honest, empowering conversations about birth rights and choices
• A balance of science, psychology, and practical techniques
• A warm, welcoming space for both birthing women and their partners
I’m here to help you feel safe, prepared, and powerful as you step into this life-changing experience.
For Every Brain, Every Body, Every Birth Plan
We know that:
• Some people love structure. Others need flexibility.
• Some thrive on quiet focus. Others want hands-on practice and laughter.
• Some parents are navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, or trauma—and need more than cookie-cutter affirmations.
Our classes are trauma-aware, neurodivergent-friendly, and designed to offer choice, not pressure. Whether you’re looking for full mind-body immersion, practical partner strategies, or birth education that respects your uniqueness—we have a class (and a teacher) for you.
What Makes Us Different
?You have options: Choose from three expert-led pathways to find the approach that feels right for you
?Inclusive & supportive: We welcome all families, bodies, backgrounds, and birth plans
?A team of specialists: Each educator brings deep experience, compassion, and their own superpower
?Beyond birth: We prepare you not just for labour—but for breastfeeding, sleep, and the early weeks too
“Birth is personal. So is the way we teach it.”
You won’t find one-size-fits-all here.
You’ll find real support, real options, and a community that truly has your back.
Birth Stories
Beautiful Births
Superhuman Labour and Birth Number 2
I had the honor of meeting Chelsea and Damien during their first birth and they both gave me versions of their incredible birth journeys which I share often in my classes. They are must-reads. Damien was the one who initially signed them up for classes with a somewhat...
A Beautiful Belly Birth
Hi Pip, Our beautiful girl ventured earth side on May 10th 2022 at 9.33 am. Weighing 3.56kg and 47cm long. Her due date was May 11th and that’s when we were booked in for our ‘belly birth’ at KEMH. However, our little warrior decided that she would like to be born a...
Letting go of fear for a beautiful birth.
Hi Pip, We hope you’re well. We just wanted to send you a little update and thank you again for all of your advise and information in the lead-up to our birth. I had my final 39-week scan booked Tuesday 22nd and after a rather busier few days I noted I hadn’t felt bub...