Educator Profile

Calmbirth® is the only childbirth education program that requires all its educators to be practising midwives or trained birth professionals

Cherie Chugg

Cherie Chugg

Accreditation
Calmbirth Educator

Location
New Ecclestone Road
Riverside
TAS 7250

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Biography

Hello, I’m Cherie.

I am a Calmbirth Educator based in Riverside, just outside of Launceston in Northern Tasmania. I have been a practising doula since 2008 and a Calmbirth Educator since 2015. My passion for birth began with my own positive pregnancy and birth experiences with my three children, and it continues to shape the way I support families today.

While working as a doula, I realised that confidence in birth begins well before labour. Becoming a Calmbirth Educator allowed me to reach more couples and provide them with evidence-based education, practical tools and a deeper understanding of how the body and mind work together during labour.

Through Calmbirth, I teach couples about the physiology of birth, the role of hormones, breathing and relaxation techniques, and how partners can offer effective, meaningful support. When couples understand what is happening and feel prepared, fear is reduced and confidence grows.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is witnessing the transformation in couples from the beginning of the course to the final evening — seeing calm replace uncertainty and confidence build in both women and their partners.

Community & Ongoing Support

Support continues beyond the classroom.

I host a monthly morning tea for my Calmbirth couples and their babies, offering a welcoming space to reconnect, share birth stories, and build friendships. It is a safe and nurturing environment in my home where families can return, enjoy food, tea and coffee, and remain connected to a supportive community.

In addition, I facilitate bi-monthly pregnancy support workshops for the wider community, featuring guest speakers and relevant topics to further support families during pregnancy and early parenting.

Course Information

Group classes are limited to a maximum of 5 couples, ensuring personalised attention in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Calmbirth Course
4 evenings | 5:30pm – 8:30pm
$595 per couple

Private Calmbirth Course
$895

Refresher Course
2 evenings | 5:30pm – 8:30pm
$350

Private Refresher Course
$670

Caesarean Birth Preparation Course
2 evenings | 5:30pm – 8:30pm
$440

Private Caesarean Course
$695

If you are preparing for the birth of your baby and would like to approach it feeling informed, calm and confident, I would love to welcome you into my class.

For more information or to register with payment plan, please visit
www.calmbirthlaunceston.com
or email [email protected]

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