Don’t just wish for a great birth
prepare for one
This online childbirth course:
- is reimbursed by 99% of Dutch health insurers
- explains everything you need to know about childbirth, clearly
- is trusted by parents: 200+ five-star Google reviews
- was created with experienced midwives and gynaecologists
- lets you learn at your own pace: start and pause anytime
Premium
7 months of access
- Available 24/7
- Course summary
- Invoice included
- Ask us anything
- Bonus: free birthing comb
Well prepared
€88
Gold
9 months of access
- Everything in Premium
- Birth plan e-book
- Postpartum e-book
- Bringing your baby home
- Hospital checklist
- Bonus: free birthing comb
Exceptionally well prepared
€108
A little gift for a big moment: every package comes with a free birthing comb. A simple, natural way to help manage pain during labour, no medication needed.
Does this sound familiar?
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but preparing for childbirth can also bring questions, doubts and uncertainty.
- You want to feel prepared for childbirth, but you don’t know where to start.
- You’ve read a lot of information online, but you’re not sure what to believe.
- You want to know what to expect during labour and birth.
- Your partner wants to support you, but you’re not quite sure how they can help.
- You want to learn practical techniques to help you cope with contractions.
- You want to feel more confident and understand your options, even if things don’t go according to plan.
- You would like to prepare together with your partner, at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home.
You’re in the right place!
You don’t have to know everything about childbirth before your baby arrives. Our online childbirth course gives you the knowledge, practical tips and confidence to prepare for your baby’s birth together, at your own pace.
For you and your partner
What you’ll gain from this childbirth course
Preparing for birth isn’t about controlling every moment. It’s about understanding what’s happening, knowing your options and feeling better equipped to make decisions.
With this online course, you and your partner can:
- Understand the different stages of labour and what to expect.
- Learn practical breathing techniques and ways to cope with contractions.
- Explore pain relief options and the benefits and limitations of different approaches.
- Discover how your partner can provide meaningful support during labour.
- Understand common medical interventions and why they may be recommended.
- Prepare for different scenarios, including when birth takes an unexpected turn.
- Revisit the lessons whenever you need a refresher during your access period.
The course combines clear explanations with practical information, so you can prepare at your own pace without feeling overwhelmed.
You don’t need a perfect birth plan.
You deserve to understand your options.
Online childbirth preparation
Prepare for childbirth with knowledge and confidence
Childbirth is a unique experience, and knowing what to expect can help you approach it with greater confidence.
Pregnancy Course Online is an online childbirth preparation course designed for expectant parents who want clear, practical and evidence-based information without unnecessary jargon or overwhelming details.
Created by experienced childbirth educator Suzan Doeswijk, the course guides you through pregnancy, the stages of labour, pain relief options and the ways your partner can support you.
Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or refreshing your knowledge for a subsequent birth, you can follow the lessons at your own pace, from the comfort of home.
In 4 video modules
What the lessons cover
Module 1
Your pregnancy so far
What’s happening in your body, how hormones shape how you feel, and why that’s completely normal.
Module 2
Tips & tricks for you and your partner
Giving birth is teamwork. Practical ways your partner can help during contractions and support you when plans change.
Module 3
Childbirth from A to Z
Every stage of labour, step by step: what to expect, the choices you have and the pain relief options available.
Module 4
When things go a little differently
Common medical interventions explained, plus breathing techniques and coping strategies that help you stay calm.
Ready to prepare together? Explore our course packages and find the option that suits you best.
10,000+
couples prepared
18
years of experience
5.0
rating on Google
What parents say
★★★★★
Suzan’s childbirth course is everything the website claims. An interactive, informative, no-nonsense course that’s entirely based on science and presented with a generous dose of humour. We now feel so much better prepared for what’s to come.
Febbe de Blaeij
★★★★★
A valuable addition to our preparation for childbirth. We received practical tips on what to do, and more importantly what not to do, and how I, as her partner, can best support her.
Conrad Schreuders
★★★★★
With our second daughter almost due, I wanted a last-minute refresher. In one evening, with a cup of tea, I was completely ready for the next birth. Just the right length, clearly structured and full of practical tips.
Floortje Stevens
Meet your expert guide
I’m Suzan
Certified childbirth educator and founder of Bevallingscursus. For over 18 years I’ve been helping couples prepare for birth, and I also train midwives, doctors and other healthcare professionals. My lessons are professional and reassuring, but also warm and even a little fun. Because being prepared doesn’t mean being stressed. I’m a proud mother of three myself.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to take a childbirth course?
You don’t have to, of course, but it’s highly recommended if this is your first baby. About 80% of women take a course during their first pregnancy.
Is this course covered by my insurance?
Most Dutch health insurers reimburse the course if you have supplementary insurance, because Suzan is affiliated with “Samen Bevallen”. After ordering you can download an invoice in your name to send to your insurer.
Why take the course together?
Knowing what happens to your body gives you confidence. Taking the course together means you both know what to expect, and your partner learns how much they can do during the birth.
Can we also take the course for a second pregnancy?
Yes. It’s a great way to refresh your knowledge, and with your first birth behind you, you’ll often pick up things you missed the first time.
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