At 33 weeks you still have time, some mums have started as late as 37 weeks and still found it really useful, so don't stress too much about that! From what I've heard, HypnoBirthing Singapore runs a 5-week program that totals around 12.5 hours, so depending on their schedule you might be able to fit it in before your due date. My friend looked into Birth Discovery here in Singapore and said they're quite flexible about starting later in pregnancy, and their focus is very much on understanding your own mind and birth process, which she felt made a real difference in her confidence. The trade-off with online options is cost, there are group classes out there that run about SGD 295 per couple for five sessions, which is more affordable, but some mums felt the in-person experience gave them more personalised support. I'd say if budget allows and timing works, in-person is probably worth it, but online is still a solid option rather than skipping it altogether.
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