Personalised Support for Fertility, Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond
Founded by Dr Gowri Motha, offering holistic care in London, Dubai, & India, with worldwide and online support available.
We are here for you at every stage of your journey.
Not sure where to begin? Our team is here to help. Contact us via WhatsApp or our enquiry form.
Supporting You at Every Stage
Gentle Birth Method is a 360-degree mind-body programme combining hands-on treatments, pregnancy yoga, hypnobirthing, & personalised wellbeing guidance.
Explore how we can support you throughout your journey.
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We believe preparing for pregnancy starts well before conception. We call this special time ‘Trimester Zero’, a chance to nurture your physical and emotional wellbeing. Through personalised treatments and holistic care, we support both women and men as they prepare for pregnancy.
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Every pregnancy is unique, and we believe preparation should be personal. Our week-by-week, 360-degree mind-body programme brings together hands-on treatments, dietary and nutritional guidance, pregnancy yoga, hypnobirth classes and mental wellbeing support to help you become ‘birth fit’, feel confident and prepare for your baby's arrival.
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For mothers who have followed the Gentle Birth Method, our experienced GBM Practitioners can be by your side during labour, offering hands-on treatments, comfort and reassurance, whether you're giving birth at home or in hospital. We also work with private midwives trained in the Gentle Birth Method for those seeking additional support.
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The first 40 days after birth, known as the ‘Sacred Window’, are a special time for rest, recovery and bonding with your baby. Rooted in Ayurvedic traditions, our personalised postnatal treatments are designed to nurture your body, support your recovery and help you feel cared for, all from the comfort of your own home.
Trusted by mothers over the years, including
Our Story
The Story Behind Gentle Birth Method
Dr Marie Gowri Motha helped pioneer water births within the NHS in the 1980s.
Her experience inspired a holistic approach to preparing the body and mind for birth.
Trusted by mothers from all walks of life,
including Elle Macpherson, Stella McCartney, Kate Moss, and Charlotte Tilbury.
Online pregnancy classes from 20 weeks
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Prepare for birth from the comfort of your own home with our live online classes. From hypnobirth and visualisation to pregnancy yoga with micromovements, our sessions are designed to help you feel confident, relaxed and supported as you prepare to welcome your baby.
We recommend joining from 20 weeks of pregnancy, although you're welcome to contact us if you're further along.
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Join Dr Gowri Motha for a small, supportive 4-week online hypnobirth course, designed to help you and your partner feel calm, confident and prepared for birth.
Through self-hypnosis, visualisation and practical birth preparation techniques, you'll learn how to relax, build confidence and prepare both body and mind for your baby's arrival.
Course Details
Duration: 4 weeks, with one 90-minute session each week
When: Tuesdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm, or Saturday mornings, depending on the cohort
Where: Live online via Zoom
Price: £395 for the complete course
Suitable for: Mothers and couples, ideally from 20 weeks of pregnancy
What's Included
Four live hypnobirth sessions with Dr Gowri
Weekly Pregnancy Yoga every Wednesday from the start of your course until birth
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Enjoy a personalised hypnobirth experience with Dr Gowri Motha through three private online sessions, tailored to you and your partner's individual needs and birth plans.
Through self-hypnosis, visualisation and practical birth preparation techniques, you'll receive dedicated guidance to help you feel calm, confident and prepared for your baby's arrival.
Course Details
Duration: 3 private sessions
When: Arranged at mutually convenient times with Dr Gowri
Where: Live online via Zoom
Price: £450 for the complete course
Suitable for: Mothers and couples, ideally from 20 weeks of pregnancy
What's Included
Three personalised hypnobirth sessions with Dr Gowri
Weekly Pregnancy Yoga every Wednesday from the start of your course until birth
GBM visualisation recordings and course materials
Personalised guidance with opportunities to discuss your individual questions and concerns
Please note: Session dates and times will be arranged directly with Dr Gowri following booking.
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Join our weekly online Pregnancy Yoga classes from the comfort of your own home. Combining gentle movements, specialised micromovements and guided visualisation, these sessions are designed to help you relax, connect with your baby and prepare your body and mind for birth.
Each class includes 60 minutes of Pregnancy Yoga, followed by 30 minutes of GBM Hypnobirth ‘The Gowri Way’ visualisation.
Class Details
When: Every Wednesday, 6:00pm to 7:30pm (UK time)
Where: Live online via Zoom
Duration: 90 minutes
Suitable for: Expectant mothers, ideally from 20 weeks of pregnancy
Real Stories from GBM Mothers
Every journey is unique. Discover the experiences of mothers supported by the Gentle Birth Method.
Supporting More Mothers Through Our Foundation
The Gentle Birth Method Foundation Clinic is a registered charity dedicated to making pregnancy and birth support more accessible to NHS families through treatments and classes.
Your generosity helps us continue this work and support more mothers on their journey.
Gentle Birth Visualisations
Continue your journey with Dr Gowri Motha's guided visualisations and self-hypnosis recordings. Explore a collection of sessions designed to support relaxation, confidence and mental preparation throughout pregnancy and birth.
Here for you, Every Step of the Way
Whether you're preparing for pregnancy, getting ready for birth or looking for postnatal care, we're here to help you find the right support.