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It exceeded my expectations

Anastasia Ward

'The course has met and exceeded my expectations. Very relevant, informative , and comprehensive. Thank you so much for your hard work.'

It was nice to have a male point of view

Beena Patel

'The course exceeded my expectations, I found all the parts very useful. It was also nice to have a male point of view.'

I found the advice reassuring

Sarah Ward

'I found the advice reassuring, nice to hear real stories. What I liked the most were real-life experiences and what feelings are natural and not to be too scared of them. '

It made me think about this possible result of motherhood

Laura O'Malley

'Having your personal stories and advice from the midwife. It made me think about this possible result of pregnancy/motherhood. It’s scary but I feel better for thinking about it now and not being taken by surprise if it does happen to me.'

Antenatal classes prepare you for birth - not for motherhood

When I was pregnant with my twins, I attended a popular local prenatal class.

While it offered a lot of useful information around birth, I felt disappointed that no one was answering the questions about life AFTER baby, that kept me up at night. (but was too scared to ask out loud)

Questions like:

  • Am I going to be a good mum?
  • Am I allowed to miss my old life?
  • How will my relationship with my partner change?
  • Is it normal to be resentful even if I’ve always wanted children?
  • Is it normal to feel sad and lonely?

Truth is, most antenatal classes focus heavily on birth and the practicalities of looking after a newborn, but they don’t prepare YOU. They don't tell you what to expect during the first months and years with the baby and how to cope with common challenges.

That’s why I created the "Happy Motherhood Journey".

The only online course that gives you what antenatal classes leave out and answers your innermost questions about life AFTER.

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Enter your motherhood journey with clarity and confidence

It’s not yet another checklist or theory from a health care professional.

It’s created by a fellow mum of three and postnatal depression survivor who’s been there.

Yes, becoming a mum is amazing on many levels, but there is a LOT more into it that is not spoken about and that can help you SO MUCH on your journey. More than you can possibly imagine.

I created this course to fill this gap in prenatal education, and give you real answers to the stuff you're secretly Googling at 2am. To guide you through the hardest parts, and help you feel strong, steady, and confident. So you don’t have to wonder what is normal and what isn't... So that you don't have to worry and question everything you do (or don't do)... So that you KNOW that you're not alone.

You’ve got this. And I’ve got you.

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • Who am I and what can you expect from this course?
  • 2

    Birth

    • Why there's really no need to worry

    • Is it going to hurt?

    • Two questions you need to ask before the baby arrives
  • 3

    Becoming a mother

    • Am I going to be a good mum?

    • Immediate postpartum

    • What to expect in the first weeks of being a mum

    • Life changes after becoming a parent

    • Breastfeeding vs. bottle feeding: making the best choice for you and your baby

    • The importance of asking for help

    • Managing sleep deprivation and other common challenges

    • Handling overwhelming advice

    • Acceessing help for FREE

    • 5 parenting facts most mums wish they had known earlier
  • 4

    Your mental health

    • Understanding baby blues and postnatal depression

    • Postnatal depression: perception vs. reality

    • My postnatal depression journey

    • Strategies to minimise the risks and symptoms of postnatal depression

    • When should I seek professional help

    • Crucial points to remember!
  • 5

    Relationships

    • How will the baby impact my relationship?

    • Common mistakes to avoid

    • Proven tips to strengthen your relationship

    • What should I do if my partner doesn't help - my husband's perspective (PART 1)

    • What should I do if my partner doesn't help - my husband's perspective (PART 2)
  • 6

    Friends & Family

    • How your environment might treat you when you have a baby

    • … and what to handle it!

    • Top tips for friends & family (you'll thank me later)
  • 7

    BONUS TIME!

    • 19 Magic mantras to ease your worries

    • 50 Rapid hacks for instant well-being

    • Motherhood - The Unspoken (first three chapters)
  • 8

    Next steps

    • Congrats! Here's what's next...

    • More resources for you

    • Before you go...

BONUS TIME!

If you join now, you will also get these AMAZING bonuses!

  • Pregnancy checklist

    Pregnancy checklist for the first, second, and third trimester—helping you stay organised and worry-free, knowing you haven’t forgotten anything.

  • 19 Magic mantras to ease your worries

    These mantras will stop your worries and give you the answers you need

  • Three chapters from 'Motherhood - The Unspoken'

    First three chapters of my book Motherhood - The Unspoken

This course gives you...

  • Clarity and confidence in what to expect when the baby arrives

  • The guidance that will help you avoid common mistakes most new mums do

  • Evidence‑backed strategies to protect your mental well‑being every day

  • My exact tips for surviving those first sleepless weeks (and where to find free help)

  • Deeper understanding of postnatal depression - and how to avoid it

  • Learn how to handle overwhelming advice from everyone - without losing your mind

  • Real‑life advice from my husband on how to get your partner involved

  • Hw to be the BEST mum to your baby - and yourself

  • and much more!

Investment

Meet Ivana!

I am Ivana Poku, the author of Motherhood – The Unspoken, award‑winning maternal mental health advocate, wife, and an mum to three wonderful boys (including twins).

After surviving severe postnatal depression, I set up @Mumsjourney and made it my mission to support other mums and make them feel less alone.

In 2019, I was shortlisted in the Best Business Women Awards.

The same year. I published the first edition of my book Motherhood – The Unspoken which shares real-life stories from 10 different first-time mums, gives plenty of support and reassurance to new mums, and, in the process, helps lower the risks of PND.

Around the time the book was released, I also started running online and offline workshops and classes for new mums – many of them in cooperation with the NHS midwives.

In 2020, I won a Bronze Shining Star Business Award.

I could not be prouder of how far my brand Mumsjourney has come. You could see my work featured in various media outlets, including Forbes, The Guardian, or Telegrpah.

I also occasionally appear on BBC London Radio as an expert. Before she moved to GB News, I was also a regular guest on Nana Akua’s parenting show on BBC 3CR.

Over the last nine years, I’ve helped and supported hundreds of mums through my blog, book, workshops, and media work - and now I’m here to support YOU too.

FAQ

  • How is this course different from regular antenatal and prenatal classes?

    The antenatal classes provide a lot of valuable information on birth and how to look after a newborn. However, as even admitted by the NHS midwives themselves, most of them don't offer information about life AFTER the baby arrives, about the emotional changes that come with motherhood, or postnatal mental health. These are, however, crucial information for every new mum to know as they can make all the difference in the way new mums experience motherhood and even prevent them from/lower the risks of postnatal depression.

  • How do I know if this course is for me?

    If you are new mum, the course IS for you!

  • What if I am not happy with the course? Do I get a refund?

    I am sure you will LOVE the course and find it valuable, but if for some reason, you feel it didn't meet your expectations, you have 7 days from the day of purchase to request a refund.

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