✦ Prenatal Retreat 2026

Anticipation &
Connection

Prepare together for your child's arrival — in the mountains of South Tyrol and at Lake Garda. Holistic birth preparation, bodywork, couples work and plenty of time for each other.

🏔️ South Tyrol4–7 June 2026
🌊 Lake Garda15–18 October 2026
🏔️ South Tyrol26–29 November 2026
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✦ What to expect

More than
birth preparation

From Thursday to Sunday, a carefully crafted programme awaits you: holistic knowledge about birth and the postpartum period, strengthening bodywork and precious time as a couple.

Not your standard antenatal class. An intensive, loving weekend that strengthens you as a couple and gives you the tools you truly need.

For whom?

Expecting parents from the 2nd trimester onwards. Whether your first or subsequent child — this retreat suits all couples who want to prepare mindfully for this new chapter.

Group size

Maximum 3 couples (Lake Garda) or 5 couples (South Tyrol) per date. Deliberately small for a trusting atmosphere and personal guidance.

Language

The retreat is held in English.

✦ Our approach

What makes
us different

Attachment-based parenting — without overwhelm

We show you how closeness and everyday life go hand in hand.

A strong parenting team — without losing the passion

Parenthood and being a couple are not mutually exclusive.

Confident towards birth — without sugarcoating

We don't paint an unrealistically rosy picture, but we do cultivate genuine confidence.

Realistic & pragmatic — without scaremongering

Clear knowledge that strengthens rather than unsettles you.

Professionally competent & evidence-based — and still empathetic

Expertise and humanity belong together.

Mindfulness — without losing touch with reality

Grounded, present, open to what truly is.

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✦ Topics in the Retreat

What we explore
together

Birth & Postpartum

Solid knowledge for facing birth and the early weeks with confidence.

Parenthood & Couple Relationship

Staying lovers and becoming a strong parenting team — communication on equal terms.

Bodywork & Breathing

Pelvic floor, breathing, body awareness — gentle and conscious preparation for birth.

Needs-Based Family Life

What does my baby need? Finding a family structure that suits you.

Practical Session "Life with Baby"

Breastfeeding, baby care, babywearing — practical tips for your first days.

Fathers' Sessions

A protected space among men — for questions, fears and everything that otherwise goes unsaid.

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✦ Your Schedule

A weekend of
depth & lightness

A thoughtful rhythm of workshops, bodywork, meals and free time — space for genuine connection.

Arrival & welcome, group introduction
Morning bodywork — breathing exercises & pelvic floor
Sessions on birth, postpartum & parenthood
Separate sessions: bodywork for women / fathers' gathering
Shared meals: breakfast, brunch, snacks & dinner
Walks, excursions & wellness (South Tyrol: large spa)
Evening sessions for relaxation & relaxed get-togethers
Closing ritual & departure by 11:30 am
✦ Included
All workshop sessions with Julia & Martin
Accommodation in double room
¾ board
Spa access (South Tyrol)
1:1 conversations on request
Pre-retreat online call
Follow-up online call
Workbook & course materials
✦ Dates 2026

Two wonderful
locations

Theiner's Garten
🏔️ South Tyrol

4–7 June & 26–29 Nov. 2026

Thu 4 pm – Sun 11:30 am · 3 nights
  • Biorefugium Theiner's Garten ****S, Gargazon
  • Pool & large wellness spa
  • ¾ board included
  • Stay an extra night at the same price!
€ 1,190 / person
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Lake Garda Sirmione
🌊 Lake Garda

15–18 October 2026

Thu 4 pm – Sun 11:30 am · 3 nights
  • Hotel Miramar ***, Sirmione
  • Private lake access & sunset terrace
  • All rooms with balcony & lake view
  • If not at the hotel: Martin cooks for you or aperitivo & dinner by the lake
€ 1,190 / person
✦ Your Team

Competent · Mindful · Non-judgmental

Julia-Luna Cappelletto Martin Schweitzer
Julia-Luna Cappelletto ↗

Certified midwife, couple & sex counsellor, pelvic floor expert, pre- & postnatal trainer and mother of two. Julia guides couples through one of the most profound transitions of their lives — with medical expertise, warmth and an open perspective on body, birth and relationships. She stands for individual, creative solutions — outside rigid role models and social norms.

Martin Schweitzer

Former bank executive, venture capitalist, father and men's coach. Martin knows how little preparation men receive for fatherhood — and what that costs. He guides expecting fathers with directness, humour and genuine experience. The fathers' sessions create a protected space among men: for questions, fears and everything that otherwise goes unsaid.

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Start your parenthood empowered and consciously — as a strong team and loving couple.

— Julia-Luna Cappelletto

✦ Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you want to know

From when in pregnancy can I attend?
From the 2nd trimester onwards (from week 14). Ideally between weeks 20 and 32.
Do both partners need to attend?
Yes — the retreat is intentionally designed as a couple experience. Single parents and same-sex couples are warmly welcome.
How is your retreat different from a standard antenatal class?
A standard class focuses on birth. Our retreat brings you together as a couple — with couples work, bodywork, nature and time for each other. You return home not just with knowledge, but with genuine connection.
How many couples participate?
Maximum 3 couples (Lake Garda) or 5 couples (South Tyrol) per date — for a personal, trusting atmosphere.
What's included — what isn't?
Included: all workshop sessions, accommodation, ¾ board, spa access (South Tyrol), pre- and follow-up call, workbook. Not included: travel and alcoholic beverages.
How does booking work?
Send us an enquiry using the form below. We'll get back to you within 48 hours with all the details.
✦ Testimonials

What participants say

„As with our first three children, we will also have Julia by our side for the birth of our fourth. Julia not only answers our questions with the highest professional competence — we also always feel completely at ease with her on a human level. A truly wonderful companion for the greatest gift in life.“

V
Valentina & Lukas
42 & 54

„Julia has a pragmatic style that I really appreciate. She is completely open-minded: everything is allowed, without judgement.“

T
Tamara
34

„As a father I always felt seen and included. Being acknowledged as an active dad is not a given. The exchange among men and fathers specifically is incredibly valuable.“

V
Valentin
35
✦ Booking Enquiry

Write to us —
we'd love to hear from you!

We'll get back to you within 48 hours with all further information.