Élan ParentalWith Amélie Paterne

Preparing for childbirth as a couple with the Méthode Souffle.

Amélie Paterne’s method of mental preparation for childbirth, designed for couples: approach birth more calmly and prepare together for the best natural birth possible, by video call wherever you are.

Read: is a pain-free birth possible?

Time to prepare.

Themes to explore according to your needs, with no fixed number of sessions.

After a free 30-minute introductory session, support sessions last approximately 2½ hours as a guide. Together, you agree on their number and frequency according to your needs.

Explore the practical details

  1. Explore your perceptions

    Discuss beliefs about birth and the concepts of physiology covered in the programme.

  2. Prepare your birth plan

    Discover breathing and visualisation. Reflect on your birth plan and surroundings.

  3. Deepen your relaxation

    Practise grounding and deepening relaxation. Explore concerns and emotions.

  4. Prepare for the day of the birth

    Revisit the practices and your partner’s participation. Become familiar with the stages of birth.

  5. Look ahead to the first days

    Discuss meeting your baby, the start of breastfeeding and preparing to return home.

Materials to support your preparation

  • Audio recordings
  • Birth videos
  • Practical exercises

A place for each of you.

Your partner is part of the programme, from preparation to questions about the day of the birth.

You attend the sessions together. The programme explores your partner’s participation and makes space for your shared preparation.

Read through the suggested themes together: what would you like to discover, explore further or ask Amélie?

Discuss your expectations

The practical details.

Who is it for?
One couple, both partners.
How long?
A free 30-minute introductory session, followed by sessions of approximately 2½ hours as a guide, according to your needs.
Where?
By video call or in person in Brive-la-Gaillarde, Corrèze, France.
When?
Dates are agreed with Amélie, subject to availability.

The Méthode Souffle

Support tailored to your couple

By video call or in Brive-la-Gaillarde.

Book the introductory session

This programme complements your medical care.

Before our first conversation.

A few answers to help you plan the next step.

Is the price per person or per couple?

The session price is for your couple. Both partners attend the sessions together.

Can we follow the programme by video call?

Yes. Sessions are offered by video call and in person in Brive-la-Gaillarde, Corrèze, France. Arrangements are agreed with Amélie.

How often do sessions take place?

The number and frequency of sessions are agreed with Amélie according to your needs and availability.

What materials accompany the sessions?

The programme includes audio recordings, birth videos and practical exercises.

What happens in the first conversation?

The introductory session is free and lasts 30 minutes by telephone. It gives you time to get to know each other, ask questions and discuss the next steps together.

Let’s start with a conversation.

Would you like to plan this programme? Ask Amélie your questions and check availability for video calls or sessions in Brive.

A free 30-minute introductory session by telephone.

€160 per session for your couple.

Book the introductory session
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