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How does HypnoBirthing work?


HypnoBirthing is a completely logical and extremely effective tried-and-tested method that lets you discover the joy and magic of birth, and is much more than just self-hypnosis or hypnotherapy. The method was developed by Marie Mongan, based on the work of the British obstetrician Grantly Dick-Read; the pioneer of modern natural childbirth.

It is deeply relaxing and effective, and allows your mind and your body to work in harmony, the way nature intended. HypnoBirthing is a complete ante-natal course.

The Advantages of using HypnoBirthing during childbirth

Jill Triumphant after her HypnoBirth
  1. Eliminates the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome before, during and after birthing
  2. Allows relaxation and comfort during labour, free from side-effects.
  3. Eliminates or greatly reduces the need for chemical painkillers
  4. Shortens the first stage of labour by several hours
  5. Eliminates fatigue during labour, leaving the mother fresh, awake and with energy for actual birthing
  6. More rapid postnatal recovery
  7. Returns birthing to the beautiful, peaceful experience nature intended
  8. Creates a more integral role for the birthing companion
  9. Allows your baby to enter the world drug free and in an atmosphere of calm and gentleness.

On your Course you will learn:

Baby Sam
  1. Relaxation and self-hypnosis techniques to eliminate the fear and tension that cause long labour and pain, replacing them with confidence, calm and comfort
  2. Other techniques to produce a shorter, more comfortable labour
  3. The creation and control of the body’s own natural anesthaesia
  4. The source of the myth that pain must accompany normal birthing
  5. Why women in other cultures have birthings almost entirely free of discomfort
  6. How the mother’s body is designed to work in neuro-muscular harmony with nature throughout labour
  7. Practice in deep relaxation during and between uterine surges
  8. The importance of prenatal and perinatal bonding

What is Hypnosis?

It is simply a way of releasing some of the un-helpful and debillitating beliefs and assumptions that we have acquired on our journey through life. It can actually control pain.

There is no magic to achieving success with self-hypnosis.
Almost anyone who chooses to can reach deep relaxation and redirected focus.

When having your baby with HypnoBirthing®, what you will experience is an ability to tune out distractions similar to the focusing that occurs when you are engrossed in a book or staring at a fire.

You will be conversant and in good spirits – totally relaxed, but fully in control. You will be aware of your body’s contractions but will be able to determine the extent to which you feel the surge.

You will experience your birthing in an atmosphere of calm and relaxation, without the fear and tension that cause pain. Your body’s natural anesthaesia (endorphins) will replace the stress hormones that create pain.

The comment which is constantly made by midwives is 'I couldn't believe how calm she was' and 'I've never seen such an alert and chilled out baby.'

When it’s time for your baby to be born, you will be fully awake and involved.

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Bookings

If you would like to book your HypnoBirthing Course please either...

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Phone Katharine: 0845 3379149
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Does the fee cover both of us?

Yes, the fee covers the full course for mother and father (or birthing partner)

What else does the fee cover?

Included with the course is the HypnoBirthing book, the course CD, and a folder of practical handouts, and any telephone support you need.
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Birthing News

Please read our lovely testimonials!
At the HypnoBirthing Centre we are constantly amazed by the testimonials and accounts of childbirth that our mothers and couples send in after giving birth.

It remains an inspiration to Katharine
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Real HypnoBirthing Stories

Larissa, Sunbury

An account of the birth by Larissa, after her HypnoBirthing Course.

"Strong surges were happening about 3 minutes apart from 3pm (I wasn’t expecting to go into labour in the day!) so I called Mark home from work.  A friend picked up my eldest son from school for me.  When Mark got home he was packing a bag for the boys to take with my sister who was going to look after our boys for us. 
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