testimonials
Here is some of the feedback we have received about our classes.
I wanted to thank you for the class. It was incredibly informative, and while the day-long intensive course WAS intense, I walked out feeling more in control of my labor & delivery and empowered as a future mother. Michael also expresses how helpful it is to understand what happens at every step and how he can be actively involved. It is nice that he and I are on the same page about everything. We feel totally ready for our son's arrival! Stefanie and Michael
The entire session was just very calm, very eloquent and felt story like. There was never a dull or irrelevant moment. Sandra
Thanks for all the wisdom shared, was really helpful in preparing for and during the birth. Even though the delivery didn’t go as per plan we were able to stay fairly balanced and experience some amazing moments thanks to the broad range of topics we discussed in class. Aparna and JD
"I was really nervous and felt very uninformed about having my baby in the Netherlands. After the very first class, I felt like a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders. Bump and Beyond gave me confidence and knowledge as I prepared to deliver in the Netherlands. Karen was incredibly informative and was able to answer all of our questions while covering all relative material. We highly recommend Bump and Beyond to all couples expecting in the Netherlands!" Britney and Robbert-Jan
We were a bit unsure at first about what prenatal classes would offer us but Karen's class was so helpful and informative that we would definitely recommend it to all. Learning about the process of having your baby and all the things that can happen during labour was very reassuring and helped us to feel prepared for what was coming. Karen really knows her stuff and the course is really comprehensive. My partner and I found it great to share experiences, thoughts/fears and lots of laughs too, with other parents to be. Informative and helpful but informal and relaxed at the same time, this is just the right tone to reassure and prepare new parents to be. Highly recommended!" Sam
"We really enjoyed the course. We have learnt to much and it's a big relief to be as prepared as possible for the D-day. The class was really well organised and interactive. I would highly recommend your classes to couples." Joanna & Tony
"There was so much about labour I didn't know, the course made me understand the process of birth and I felt a lot more relaxed about the whole thing." Sonia
"I was a bit reluctant about attending the course. I went because it was important to my wife, but i got so much from it. I don't know what I expected but it was really interesting and I realised that I did have a valuable role to play." Adam
"I also did pregnancy yoga and found this course was very useful. It gave me the chance to practice a lot of the practical things we learnt in the Childbirth Classes, especially breathing. It was a great way to get to know the other women too." Petra
"The class is awesome! I started it when my son was 3 months old and we had just moved to Amsterdam. Soon, Monday became my favourite day of the week. My son enjoyed the massage and being around the other babies a lot. Karen is a wonderful teacher and creates a warm and cosy atmosphere. For me it was not only great to meet and share experiences with other new mums, I also made new friends! Thank-you Karen." Selena
"The course gave me so much power and belief and I went on to have a perfect natural labour. I can't thank you enough." Zita
"Both my daughter and I love the baby massage classes. Karen creates a really relaxed environment and teaches you proper techniques to massage your baby, which are great for relaxing time together at home too! It is also a great opportunity to meet other mums and exchange experiences, something I found really helpful as a new mum. You are made to feel very welcome and at ease, even if your baby gets a bit upset. A lovely, fun and friendly class for both mum/dad and baby." Sam