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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. Nobody prepares you for motherhood.

You’ve dreamed about this moment for years:

  • A positive pregnancy test
  • Pregnant belly
  • First kicks
  • Preparing the nursery
  • Having a baby shower

    And yet… here you are, and you feel nothing like you'd expected.

    You’re exhausted before the baby even arrives.

    Your emotions are all over the place.

    You feel scared and worried

    And deep down, you wonder if you're ready.

    Because nobody tells you:

    • How your life changes after the baby arrives
    • How you'll feel in the first weeks and months of motherhood
    • What is normal to feel, and what isn't
    • How your relationship might change with the baby (and how to keep it strong)
    • If it's normal to have doubts
    • .. and many more questions that keep you up at night
     

    Antenatal classes tell you how to give birth - but nobody prepares you for life after the baby comes home.

    And that’s exactly why I created Becoming a Mum.

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Step into motherhood with confidence

This is the course I wish I had when I was pregnant with my twins.

Inside, you will:

  • Feel prepared and supported. Know exactly what's normal, so you can stop worrying and trust yourself.
  • Protect your mental health, your identity, and your relationship through the biggest transition of your life.
  • Avoid common mistakes many new mums make
  • Step into motherhood with confidence and clarity,
  • and so much more!
 

Motherhood is magical, but it's also hard - and nothing like we expect.

You deserve to feel prepared and this course gives you exactly that.

So if you're a mum-to-be who's tired of feeling worried, anxious, or scared, don't wait until you're in the thick of it, and get ahead now.

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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!

    • Birth plan

    • Choosing a birth environment

    • Pain relief options
  • 8

    Next steps

    • Congrats! Here's what's next...

    • More resources for you

    • Before you go...

BONUS TIME!

If you join now, you’ll also get these AMAZING birth bonuses from award-winning midwife Marly Henry!

  • Birth Plan

    This simple birth plan helps you think through the choices and preferences that matter to you.

    You may not be able to control how your birth unfolds, but knowing what you would like can help you feel more confident and involved in your experience.

  • Choosing the birth environment

    This helpful guide walks you through the different birth environment options and gives you practical questions to consider when choosing the right setting for you - from privacy and lighting to movement, birthing equipment, temperature and access to water.

  • Pain relief options

    Not sure what pain relief options you’ll have during labour?

    This video takes you through the different options available, so you can understand what’s out there and think about what might feel right for you.

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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