Maxim and I loved attending Annerley's baby massage classes. We learned how to give and receive a gentle full body massage and we came to understand the physical and emotional benefits baby massage can bring. Deborah creates a lovely atmosphere in the classroom and the tuition is always relaxed and informal. As the course runs over 5 weeks, it is a perfect opportunity to get to know the other mums & babies in attendance. 
Kirsten Oates 2009

Kirsten Oates 2009

During the daunting but exciting days of my first pregnancy, Annerley was great at being there every step of the way.   I was impressed with their professional but caring approach in their ante-natal & infant CPR classes, which helped my husband and I prepare for labour and what to expect in the first few days following our son’s birth.  They also provided training to my new domestic helper to ensure we all had the same understanding of how to care for a new born baby.
 
I have especially appreciated the time spent post the birth with Donna Watts, a wonderful maternity nurse, in helping me with all sorts of questions on breastfeeding, feeding schedules, sleep routines, my son’s growth, our families wellbeing and all of the other new items that arise in those first few months.  This was then supported by meeting other new Mum’s in the Annerley baby clinic which resulted in even more great support.
 
Annerley and Donna have helped make the transition from my hectic travel & work lifestyle to the wonderful yetchaotic first months of motherhood so much easier and even more special.

Nicole Denholder 2011

After hearing such positive feedback about Hulda and the team at Annerley I had no hesitation in booking my package when finding out I was pregnant. The antenatal classes with Fiona were perfect in preparing us for the birth of our baby. It also gave us an opportunity to meet other parents, who in fact have become great friends. When Olivia was born I had a tricky time with breastfeeding. The first stages of motherhood were quite daunting and the visits from Fiona and then Hulda were an amazing support. The help and advice were incredible and I can really say it is what got me through the first few months. It really is such a great comfort to know there is someone there to reassure and guide you. I felt much calmer when Hulda arrived and so did Olivia! Watching her with Olivia was very special and I learnt so much. It really is like you’re sitting with a member of your family and how amazing to have that when your family are so far away. Thank you so much for everything; I don’t know what we would have done without you and the whole team at Annerley.  What is so special is that you always feel there is somewhere to go to and even at 3 months I am still reassured to know that Hulda and her team are only a phone call away. I will continue to enjoy the expertise and courses that Annerley have to offer now and in the future.  I recommend Annerley to all new parents. I promise you, you won’t be disappointed but just ecstatic that you have found the best support network in HK to see you through your pregnancy, birth and first stages of motherhood!  
Emma Saunders 2011/12

Emma Saunders 2012

Thanks for your help and support.  I really doubt if I would have come this far with breastfeeding if not for your encouragement!

Isabella Ho 2008

The Hypnobirthing totally worked, the labour was just under 5 and a half hours with no pain relief whatsoever. The midwives and staff at the hospital were amazing, completely respecting our birth preferences. The labour was so quick; Piya nearly arrived before our doctor got to the delivery room! We are now going around recommending Hypno to anyone and everyone that listens! Louise, thank you so much for your support during the course and in answering all our questions thereafter

Angela and Harj Baura 2008

I remember that I tried to do the birth breathing, but it felt really inefficient, so Hulda guided me to exhale with a bit more of a "squeeze". At that really moved things forward.
 
I was able to give birth standing up, my husband received our little son and there was no tearing, no dropping in heart rate and no other incidents one hears about so frequently. Everything went really well and smoothly and I am so happy, that I did the course and had Hulda with us.
 

Sarah Boekhurst 2008

Dear Hulda, thank you.
 
You played a special part for us in 2007, you helped me to have a brilliant birth experience, reassured me in early weeks, supported me when things were really difficult and took brilliant care of Diana when we needed a break so much.
 
Lisa Tchouklova 2007
 

Lisa Tchouklova 2007

From the reassurance offered to a collection of nail-biting expectant Fathers in the antenatal classes, to the hand-holding and smiles shared in the Operating Theatre, and then coaching on the practical basics once we got our precious bundle home, I can honestly say that the ladies at Annerley should be rated alongside your own Mum for most fellas!
 
Peter Deacon
(Father of Petra, Joshua and Lucy - all healthy products of Annerley)
 

Pete Deacon 2002, 2005, 2008

"I have used Annerley's services from the time I knew I was expecting right through to my son being born and all the issues and worries a new mum has. I have done the CPR & First Aid course there as well as the Hypnobirthing (natural birthing) course which were both great. My wonderful doula Hulda who taught the hypnobirthing course helped bring my son in to the world with no drugs and in about 20minutes! After Jayan's birth, I was struggling with breastfeeding and though am I extremely pro breastfeeding, was ready to quit when I called Annerley to arrange a home visit from one of their staff. I was lucky to get Donna who corrected my latch, weighed my son (another concern- he was born weighing only 2.5kg) and told me I was doing really well and he was putting on weight, to keep it up. Without that encouragement I don't know if I'd have lasted the week out with breastfeeding! On Mondays and Tuesdays Annerley also runs baby clinics where anyone can come along, get their baby measured and ask any questions they have. Donna typically ran these sessions too and was the most invaluable resource I could have. Tips to get Jayan napping, to break the habit of being rocked to sleep, how much to feed him when he started solids etc were always excellent and I could count on Donna to remember him and his little ways and genuinely care about him. Of course, you can get a lot of advice from the internet or a book, but if it fails, you're stuck. I remember calling Donna because I was at my wit's end and she provided great advice as well as calling back a day or so later to check all was ok. All in all, Annerley, Hulda and Donna and inseparable from a great Hong Kong new mother experience, for me at least."
Annabelle Singaram, mum to Jayan, 2011

Annabelle Singram 2011

 
"As an expatriate in Hong Kong, Annerley has been an invaluable source of support for my first pregnancy and birth. Both my husband and I felt well prepared for the birth thanks to the excellent parentcraft classes. After Mary's birth I have found the weekly midwife clinics an essential resource for monitoring Mary's health, gaining confidence with breastfeeding, answering newborn health questions and also meeting other mothers. We also had two lifesaving home visits from Fiona shortly after the birth to help with breastfeeding after Mary. The care we have received from Fiona has been an empowering mixture of compassion and common sense and has really equipped me for motherhood in a foreign country away from my family. I heartily recommend Annerley to any expectant parents - and will continue to do so. I look forward to continuing to enjoy the centre's services."
 
Elisabeth Galvin, mother to Mary, five weeks.

Elisabeth Attwood 2012