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Next Prenatal Course
Saturday 21 February at 10.30

The Girlhood Project
The Girlhood Project
When
03 Aug 2026, 10:00 – 07 Aug 2026, 15:00
Where
Saúde In The City,
Rua Marquês de Fronteira 113, 1600-316 Lisboa, Portugal
Newborn Baby

Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Courses Led By a Portuguese Midwife...

Discover expert-led prenatal and postpartum courses in Lisbon, designed to support you every step of the way. Taught in both English and Portuguese by a practicing midwife from public and private Portuguese hospitals, these courses deliver clear, evidence-based guidance. No fluff, just what you really need to know!

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Find the right course for you

5-Week Prenatal  Course 305€ per couple

Led by Midwife, Joanna Fernandes, a specialist nurse in maternal and obstetric health, this course is ideal for anyone preparing for birth and the early postpartum period. Each week covers a different stage, empowering you with essential knowledge and confidence.​

Week-by-Week Breakdown:

 

Week 1: Delivering in a Portuguese Hospital

  • When to go and what to expect

  • Labour stages and local hospital procedures

  • Insider tips from working midwives

Week 2: Vaginal Birth & Caesarean Section

  • Understanding your options

  • Assisted births and recovery guidance

Week 3: Creating Your Birth Plan

  • Benefits and limitations

  • How to stay flexible while advocating for yourself

Week 4: Postpartum Planning

  • What to expect after birth

  • Home setup, visitors, registration, and newborn health care

Week 5: Postpartum Mental Health & Relationships

  • Baby blues vs. postpartum depression

  • Reconnecting with your partner

  • Led by psychotherapist Clarinda Brandao​

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Flexible pricing

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Full Five Week Prenatal Group Course

€305 (per couple)

 

The only prenatal program in Lisbon to combine physical preparation with emotional care. Taught in both English and Portuguese.

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Individual Prenatal Session

€75

 

Designed for people who would like to get all the essential information, without the weekly commitment of the full five week workshop.

Mother Baby Bonding

One To One Midwife Session

€75

 

Support sessions are 1 hour long and tailored to both mother and baby’s needs. A great chance for a personalised check-up.

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One To One Therapy Session

€75

 

Dedicated 50-minute individual therapy session with Clarinda Brandao, psychotherapist specializing in postpartum and relationship care.

Pregnant

Expectant Parents Therapy Session (For Couples)

€95

 

Dedicated 50-minute couple's therapy session with Clarinda Brandao, psychotherapist specializing in postpartum and relationship care.

What Our Clients Say

Lizzie, First Time Mom

"The prenatal workshop has been great, we really enjoyed it and looking forward to future sessions to delve more seeply into some topics"
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What makes our courses different

Led by Working Midwives

Our instructors actively deliver babies in public and private hospitals across Lisbon. You’ll get current, real-world insights directly from the experts.

Community Over One-Offs

Courses are designed to help you connect with other parents, form friendships, and feel less alone.

Culturally and Medically Relevant

All guidance is specific to the Portuguese healthcare system and lifestyle. No generic advice, just what’s truly helpful.

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Join Us Today

Your parenting journey is uniquely yours, but you don’t have to walk it alone. Whether you’re expecting your first or your fourth, let us support you with compassionate, practical care.

Who is our fabulous midwife?

About Joanna Fernandes
 

Through years of working in hospital settings, Joanna Fernandes discovered a deep calling in maternal care - one rooted in the belief that Obstetrics goes far beyond the moment of birth itself.

 

For Joanna, birth is not a single event. It’s a journey.

 

One that begins long before delivery day and involves not only healthcare professionals, but families as active participants in the process.

 

As a midwife nurse, Joanna has dedicated her career to preparing, supporting, and empowering women and families as they welcome new life. Her approach is grounded in compassion, clinical experience, and a genuine commitment to helping parents feel informed, confident, and supported every step of the way.

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