Mindful Hypnobirthing: Hypnosis and Mindfulness Techniques for a Calm and Confident Birth

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We go much further than the physiological aspects included in other antenatal classes, and we focus on how you can increase your chances of having the birth you want using specific hypnosis and mindfulness techniques that Sophie Fletcher has crafted over 15 years of experience as a hypnotherapist and doula. I normally suggest to split the class into 3 sessions so that you have time to digest the material and have discussions with your birth partner. Group Hypnobirthing Classes (minimum of 2 couples, maximum of 5 couples) Again, relaxation is the name of the game with HypnoBirthing. But during all the potential chaos of contractions, how can you possibly get into a Zen-like state? Well, there are various techniques to try, like controlled breathing. Controlled breathing I recommend preparing for childbirth using techniques such as mindfulness to women in my care. The sensible practical techniques described in this book help reduce the fear and anxiety that often make childbirth more difficult and more likely to involve medical intervention.” Dr Mark Porter, Consultant Obstetric Anaesthetist https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/labor-and-delivery/expert-answers/hypnobirthing/faq-20058353

The book ‘Mindful Hypnobirthing’ by Sophie Fletcher. T his book is an excellent companion to the class as it allows you to read more deeply into making positive birth beliefs. HypnoBirthing is also referred to as the Mongan Method. It’s considered the “ original” method and involves five classes that are 2 1/2 hours long, totaling 12 hours of instruction. There are many certified HypnoBirthing instructors around the world. When all of this in place, baby can be born into a gentle, loving environment, with both parents (or a birth partner) connected in the experience through the preparation they have done.

The book teaches you how to understand the changes in your body so you can make informed decisions, as well as practising relaxation skills, mindfulness and meditation so you stay focussed and calm during labour. This has helped readers feel less anxious about giving birth. Other techniques include guided visualization, where you might picture something like a flower opening to help relax your body, and using music and meditation to further relaxation. Breathing example: Instead of learning how to breathe in a different way, you just notice your breath. Paying attention to it. Observing where you are breathing, how you are breathing, there are no suggestions for you to experience in a way other than how it is, in that moment. Mindfulness and Hypnosis for birth = Mindful Hypnobirthing While hypnobirthing classes are good for parents who want a labor without medication and other interventions, be prepared to throw out the birth plan, because anything can happen. The most important thing is that you end up with a healthy baby. Presented by mum-of-two and hypnobirthing coach Clare, the Hypnobirthing Podcast is a series looking at the positive effects of hypnobirthing.

I have also witnessed the difference that mindfulness and hypnosis makes at different stages of pregnancy and birth. They are not the same, Understanding the subtle differences can make a huge difference to your clients and to how they feel after the birth. I have seen far more resilience in clients who use and understand these different approaches to birth as they allow flexibility. Summary: This study revealed that antenatal hypnobirthing classes significantly improved maternal psychological well-being, reducing anxiety and enhancing overall confidence. Why Mindful Hypnobirthing classes can help you prepare for birth. This is the official class that accompanies the best selling book Mindful Hypnobirthing.

Hypnobirthing in the UK

If birth takes an unexpected direction tailor-made hypnosis tools and gentle visualisations and psychology tools can help guide you to a positive experience.

This Mindful Hypnobirthing teacher training is unlike any other, or so I’ve been told! I see many practitioners coming from other methods, who love the mindfulness aspect as well as the flexibility of the course. It plays to your strengths. Hypnobirthing Teacher Training that brings together mindfulness and hypnosis When I cam across hypnobirthing I would never have dreamt about going to a hypnotherapist. Hypnosis was waaaaay out of my comfort zone. But I thought "what I have I got to lose". I was desperate to have a better experience than my first, and I realised I was scared of the pain. It is Marie F. Mongan’s mission to empower women to believe in their bodies so that childbirth doesn’t have to be a painful and distressing experience.

Here’s a link to a fascinating video showing how a baby hears in the womb and how they responds to those sounds and touch. We’ve drawn on aspects of powerful conditioning, as well as the most up to date research on the expectation of pain, belief and experience. Our client’s focus is not on calm, quiet waterbirths (what if you don’t want to get in the pool on the day?) but on a positive experience. There is an added extra of follow up classes if you should wish to partake. These are 1 hour classes during the postnatal period to act as a support network, go through important topics such as sleep & rest, support, tough days and connection, and can help to ground you throughout this transition. What should i do next? If you’re expecting a baby, you may be considering hypnobirthing, a technique that can help relieve pain and feelings of stress during pregnancy and labour. Like lots of things to do with becoming a parent though, it can feel overwhelming trying to find the right information, which is where the best hypnobirthing book comes in very handy.