Real Birth Prep. For What Really Matters.
Real skills. Real strategies. For whatever birth brings.
Through our downloadable programs and 1:1 coaching, we help birthing parents move beyond common fears or anxieties into a labour-ready mindset of freedom, choice and flexibility.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply want to be in the best head-space possible to face the arrival of your little one, you’re not alone.
And you’re exactly who this is for.
Let's be clear: Aligned Birth is not an antenatal class full of breathing techniques and positive thinking. It is effective mindset coaching for labour, birth, and cesarean sections.
POSITIVE BIRTH EXPERIENCES
WE SUPPORT
your parenting journey
Aligned Birth is built on clinical insight, lived birth experience, and tools that work when things get intense. This is real preparation, shaped by real births, real fear, and real moments of breakthrough.
Clear Your Head Trash
Set Clear Boundaries
Culivate Courage
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Founded by experienced midwife Gillian Dawn and guided by the counselling expertise of Kayla Pritchard, our mindset coaching program is here to help you through the emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
Through practical, tool-based modules rooted in narrative therapy and real-world midwifery insights, you’ll learn how to acknowledge and shift the stories that might be holding you back. We believe in honest conversations, and empowering you (and your partner!) to approach birth and early parenting without fear.
Find out more about Gillian and Kaylas backgrounds
Testimonials
“Gillian, Thank you for giving us comfort and peace of mind. Your support was incredible and I’m proud to say I had a great, amazing, positive birth experience! I know this is because you supported us to keep the most calm and natural environment possible for me. We will miss you.”
– Simeon, Phoebe and Matthew
"Gillian, you have been nothing but wonderful throughout this entire process. Welcome, positive, professional and passionate. Your knowledge seems endless. I have loved every step of the process thanks to you and I can’t wait to do it again – maybe a few days shorter this time.”
– Charlie, Ollie & Andie
“Gillian, thank you for the exceptional care you have shown our family. We value the knowledge and sensitivity you bring to such a life-changing time. I have enjoyed our sessions, learning and laughing. I can’t wait to contact you for baby number three!”
– Lizzie, Luke, Louis & William
"My initial discomfort about counseling in general was quickly thwarted when I met with Kayla. She was very personable and encouraging to where I was emotionally; and at the same time was not afraid to challenge my thinking and patterns of behaviour. Receiving counselling was one of the best decisions I could have made and I think that Kayla's style, ability and willingness to really hear made all the difference"
– Renee
"I spoke to an old friend recently who I haven't seen in years, she commented on my confidence, peace and how comfortable I seemed in my own skin. "I have had some amazing counselling", was the reply that rolled off my tongue. I have found the freedom and confidence I dreamed of and I have been able to walk a significant journey towards wholeness. When I began the journey of counselling, Kayla put me at ease. I felt safe."
– Neve
"I immediately felt safe and comfortable with Kayla in her beautiful, healing space. Kayla listens attentively and seeks clarity to check her understanding, which helps me to explore fully what is going on for me. Her soft, gentle nature combined with her discernment and ability to reflect and consolidate my thoughts, helps me put together the pieces of the jigsaw and gain new insight. I appreciate how Kayla allows me to take whatever time I need to express and process, and I never feel pressured to find a solution, we just allow things to unfold naturally. I feel very grateful to have found Kayla and to feel she has my back as I wrestle the deep emotional struggles in my life."
– Andi
