free pregnancy masterclass

Becoming a parent changes everything — your routines, relationships, and even your brain. Emotional ups and downs, anxiety, and overwhelm are all normal. What many parents don’t realise is that your brain is wired to help you bond, protect, and care for your baby. These new strengths are waiting to be unlocked. Join this practical 90-minute online masterclass and discover science-backed tools to feel calmer, more confident, and ready for life with your baby.

understanding your changing brain

You’ve probably heard of “baby brain” — but there’s far more to the story than brain fog and poor memory. During pregnancy, your brain literally rewires itself to help you bond, tune in, and care for your baby.

In this class, you’ll learn how to work with these changes rather than against them — using brain-based tools to reduce stress, build confidence, and nurture both your wellbeing and your baby’s.

what you'll learn

how your brain adapts through pregnancy and early parenthood

and how to use those changes to strengthen connection, intuition, and calm.

simple, science-backed ways to regulate stress

so you can respond — not just react — when emotions run high.

learn simple, science-backed ways to feel calmer and more grounded

even on the most difficult days

how the parent–baby relationship develops

and what helps both of you feel safe, seen, and supported.

everyday wellbeing tools

to protect your energy, support recovery, and create balance as your family grows.

a fresh perspective on parenthood

that replaces self-doubt with curiosity, confidence, and compassion.

In this interactive masterclass, you’ll discover how to work with your brain and body to feel calmer, more confident, and better prepared for parenthood. You’ll learn:

“Iona’s session opened my eyes to the true impact of sleep training; I came away thinking differently about our choices, and my husband and I decided to approach sleep in a way that felt better for our family. The science around baby brain development really made me see how important my own wellbeing is. Invaluable information for every parent.” – workshop attendee

who is it for?

This free workshop is for anyone who is pregnant, preparing to welcome a baby, or supporting a partner through pregnancy — whether it’s your first or your fifth, and however your family is growing, including through adoption or surrogacy.

It’s designed for those who:

• Want to feel emotionally and mentally prepared for parenthood.

• Are curious about how their brain, body, and relationships adapt through pregnancy and the early years.

• Want to nurture both their baby’s needs and their own wellbeing with confidence and care.

• Value an inclusive, science-based space that’s calm, compassionate, and practical.

reserve your spot now

Join this free masterclass today and walk away with simple, science-backed tools to feel calmer, more confident, and ready for life with your baby.

Every expectant parent deserves to feel informed, empowered, and supported from the start. In just 90 minutes, you’ll see yourself and your baby in a whole new light — even before they arrive.

View upcoming dates and book your free place below.

a final note

"I created this class to give expectant parents the kind of insight and calm I wish every family had access to — science you can trust, delivered with compassion. However you’re growing your family, you deserve to feel confident, informed, and supported from the very beginning."

Iona Reading, founder New Life Classes