BIRTH PARTNER INCLUDED
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE
SMALL, INTIMATE CLASSES
EVIDENCE-BASED EDUCATION

Not all birth classes are created equal.

The Empowered Birth Method combines evidence-based education, practical skill-building, and genuine connection in an intimate small-group setting. Designed for parents who want more than generic advice and pre-recorded videos, this immersive experience will help you understand your options, build confidence, and feel genuinely prepared for birth.

What Families Are Saying 

  • We are so grateful for everything we learned from Maxii in The Empowered Birth Method. The tools and techniques she taught us became incredibly valuable in the birthing suite, especially the breathing and visualisation work, which kept me focused and motivated through the most intense moments of labour.

    Because of Maxii, we walked into birth feeling confident, calm and genuinely happy. Her support gave us peace of mind and a sense of empowerment we’ll always be grateful for. 

    Highly recommend her courses to anyone preparing for birth.

    Sarah & Greg

  • I cannot recommend Maxii and her Empowered Birth Method course highly enough. 

    My husband and I went in uninformed, nervous and skeptical about birth and came away with a wealth of knowledge and confidence that I now consider absolutely priceless. The tools and information we received helped to create a beautiful, calm birth that left me feeling empowered and in awe of my body. I don’t think we would have had the same experience without knowledge we were taught in class. 

    Thank you Maxii from the bottom of my heart x

    Jacinta & Tim

  • We were so excited to learn more when we booked into Maxii’s Empowered Birth Method class, and it exceeded every expectation. 

    We left feeling so much more confident, comfortable and genuinely excited for our birthing journey. 

    Maxii is an incredible facilitator. Her passion and care for positive birth really shines through, and we’re so glad we invested in the education she provided.

    Any couple would be lucky to experience this course. Thank you, Maxii!

    Joanna & Jackson

  • Highly recommend The Birth Teacher’s programs. They’re truly invaluable. If you’ve been considering it, it will absolutely be the right choice for you and your birth partner — the knowledge and confidence you gain is worth every bit.

    We felt so supported heading into birth. The tools, knowledge and confidence Maxii gave us carried us through every stage of labour and birth. 

    Even though our experience looked a little different than we expected, it was still ours — beautiful in its own way, guided by trust in my body and intuition. We’re so grateful for everything we learned.

    Alycia & Slade

  • The Empowered Birth Method is not just a class, it’s a full journey into understanding pregnancy, birth and beyond. Even in my fifth pregnancy, I learned so much more than I ever expected.

    I came into the course carrying birth trauma from previous experiences, and Maxii guided me through every step with so much clarity, compassion and knowledge. I left feeling confident, informed and genuinely lighter, like a weight had been lifted.

    My husband attended with me and was blown away. I love that this course includes birth partners just as much as the birthing mother, giving them real tools, understanding and hands‑on ways to support.

    I started this course full of fear, and now I feel prepared and ready to embrace my final birth, whatever it brings, with my informed partner by my side. 

    I recommend The Birth Teacher to every expecting parent — whether it’s your first baby or your tenth.

    Melanie & Hermie
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About The Group Classes 

  • Choose the format that suits you: One full-day session (9:00am - 5:00pm) or two weekend half-day sessions
  • Convenient Emerald location with easy parking and a comfortable learning environment
  • Small, intimate group sizes with a maximum of four couples per class
  • Interactive and engaging learning with plenty of opportunities for questions, discussion, and connection
  • Hands-on practice with comfort measures, massage techniques, labour positions, breathing strategies, and partner support skills
  • Morning tea, afternoon tea, tea and coffee provided throughout the day
  • Comprehensive printed course workbook including the Informed Decisions Birth Plan Template and Birth Partner Handy Hints Guide
  • A thoughtfully curated gift bag for each couple
  • Optional ongoing support from Maxii right up until your birthing day
  • Investment: $325 per couple, including attendance for you and your chosen birth partner
  • Live, evidence-based education delivered by an experienced birth educator with no pre-recorded videos or generic information
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FAQs

When is the best time to attend the course? 

Most families find attending between 24 and 36 weeks works best, giving you time to put what you've learned into practice, discuss your birth preferences, and prepare for the arrival of your baby. That said, it's never too early to start feeling informed, confident, and birth ready.

Classes are held every second month and places are limited to just four couples, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred date.

[See Upcoming Class Dates]

Can't find a date that works for you? The Empowered Birth Method is also available as a private one-on-one course, offering the same comprehensive education with the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your family.
Is The Empowered Birth Method suitable for first-time parents?

Absolutely. The Empowered Birth Method was designed with first-time parents in mind, providing a solid foundation of knowledge, practical skills, and confidence for labour, birth, and early parenting.
I've had a baby before. Will I still benefit from the course?

Yes. Many parents return for a refresher or because they want a different birth experience. The course can help you better understand your options, update your knowledge, and learn new comfort measures and support strategies.
Should my birth partner attend? 

Absolutely. Attendance for both you and your chosen birth partner is included in your course investment. The Empowered Birth Method places a strong emphasis on partner involvement, equipping them with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to provide meaningful support throughout labour and birth. Many partners tell us the course transforms them from feeling unsure about their role to feeling calm, capable, and ready to support the birth experience.
What topics are covered?

We'll cover:

  • How labour works and what to expect
  • The stages of labour
  • Birth hormones and their role in labour
  • Comfort measures and pain management options
  • Birth positions and movement
  • Birth interventions and informed decision-making
  • Induction, augmentation, and caesarean birth
  • Creating your birth preferences
  • Practical birth partner support techniques
  • Early postpartum preparation

...and so much more!

Your questions are always encouraged, and the course is designed to be interactive, conversational, and tailored to the needs of the families in the room. Every class is a little different because we make space for real discussions, practical activities, and the topics that matter most to you.
Is the course suitable for all types of birth? 

Yes. Whether you're planning a hospital birth, home birth, birth centre birth, caesarean birth, VBAC, or you're keeping your options open, the course provides information and practical tools to help you navigate your individual journey.
How many people are in each class? 

Classes are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of four couples. This creates a relaxed environment where everyone has the opportunity to ask questions and receive personalised guidance.


If group learning isn't your style, The Empowered Birth Method is also available as a private one-on-one course, offering the same comprehensive education in a format tailored entirely to you.

[Learn More About Private Birth Education]
What makes The Empowered Birth Method different?

The Empowered Birth Method isn't about telling you how to birth. It's about helping you understand your options, build confidence, and develop practical skills so you can approach birth feeling informed, supported, and empowered. Classes are live, interactive, evidence-based, and designed to feel like a conversation, not a lecture.

Ready to take the next step, but still have a few questions? I'd love to help.

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