The Mother Within Retreat
Saturday June 6th, 2026 in Cliff At Lyons, Celbridge
A day to pause, connect, and prepare for your birthing journey, supported by a midwife and a yoga & birth preparation facilitator.
Every pregnancy is unique and each one changes you, physically, emotionally, mentally, often in ways you couldn’t have anticipated.
There is more information available than ever before, and yet so many women move through pregnancy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what is right for them.
The Mother Within Retreat was created for exactly this moment.
A full day of birth preparation in a gentle, supportive space. A time to step away from the noise: to relax, reconnect with your body and your baby, and begin to trust your own intuition and inner wisdom.
Set within a luxury country retreat hotel, Cliff At Lyons in Celbridge (just 30 minutes from Dublin City or Dublin airport) this is your time to pause and prepare for birth in a way that feels grounded, supported, and deeply your own.
Meet Your Facilitators
Jennifer is a Senior Midwife who also facilitates Hypnobirthing and antenatal education. She is a mother of four and lives in Meath, and brings a calm, experienced presence to supporting women through pregnancy and birth.
“As a midwife, I know how important it is to feel both informed and supported - this retreat is designed to give you both.I’m really looking forward to welcoming you in June.”
Anna’s work weaves together yoga, somatics, meditation, and Ayurvedic wisdom, with a focus on supporting women through pregnancy, birth and motherhood.
She lives in Meath with her partner and three children.
“My aim is to support you to feel more at home in your body, and to trust the inner wisdom that is already within you. I look forward to sharing this day with you.”
Your Day Includes
Midwife led sessions
Yoga sessions tailored for pregnancy
Breathing techniques
Hypnobirthing
Nervous system care
Birthing positions workshop
Yoga Nidra, guided relaxation and affirmations
Nourishing lunch and refreshments throughout the day
Q&A
Take-home handout to support your pregnancy and postnatal journey
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
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This retreat is suitable from the second trimester onwards (12+ weeks) for mothers who are seeking a calm, supportive space to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and prepare for birth in a grounded, intuitive way.
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This retreat is designed as a sacred space just for you. While we honour that many are on this journey with partners, this day is intentionally created for your experience. Your body, your connection and your inner world.
Whether you are navigating pregnancy solo, with a partner, or with a wider support network, you are so welcome here. You do not need to bring anyone with you to fully receive the benefits of this day.
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Not at all. Everything is gentle and fully guided. The practices are suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
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Hypnobirthing is a gentle yet powerful approach to birth preparation. Through breath, visualisation, and deep relaxation, it supports you to soften your fears, trusting your body, and approaching birth with calm confidence.
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You will be guided through hypnobirthing practices in a way that weaves together physiology, intuition, and lived midwifery experience. This allows you to not only understand birth but feel prepared for it on a deeper, embodied level.
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Yes once your obstetric team has been notified and informed of your intention to attend and they are happy for you to do so. Just let us know in advance so that we can cater to your individual specific needs. You’re always welcome to reach out to us for a personal conversation as well.
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Comfortable clothing, layers, anything that helps you feel at ease, and an open mind. Everything else will be taken care of.
Your Investment
€235 Early Bird Offer - Valid Until 30th April, 2026
Full Price €285
Unwaged/Low Waged options available, just reach out to Anna or Jennifer.