HypnoBirthing®
Imagine giving birth peacefully and comfortably! HypnoBirthing® enables mothers to experience birthing in a magical and joyous way, just as nature intended.
HypnoBirthing® allows you to rediscover the truth that birth should be a calm and natural process - not a fraught and traumatic medical event.
HypnoBirthing® focuses on teaching you and your partner simple but specialised relaxation & breathing techniques, making the whole birth easier, calmer and more comfortable.
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HypnoBirthing® enables easier, more comfortable birthing in the way that most mirrors nature.
What can my birthing companion and I expect from attending a
HypnoBirthing® course:
 Special breathing techniques for relaxation and childbirth.
A range of relaxation techniques for a more comfortable birth.
How it is possible for you to have a quick and easy birth.
Reduce the length of the first stage of labour by 2 - 4 hours.
Different ways of bonding with your unborn baby.
Many visualisations to enable you to work confidently with your body.
Massage techniques to release endorphins.
Fear release methods to overcome concerns about giving birth and parenting.
Skills to build confidence and calm, so you can look forward to the birth.
Dramatically reduce your likelihood of suffering from post-natal depression, because you'll have had a much calmer and more comfortable birth.
Birthing affirmations and much more…… |
Key Benifits
A special, integral role for the Birthing Partner
Shortens the first stage of labour by several hours
A calm, peaceful and secure birth experience rather than a tense, stressful ordeal
Eliminates or greatly reduces the need for chemical painkillers
Fewer breech positions and other complications
Easier resolution in the event of a complication
Good-natured babies who are better sleepers and eaters
A more relaxed and enjoyable pregnancy
Alleviate fatigue during labour, leaving you with energy for the actual birth
Reduces risk of hyperventilation from 'shallow' breathing methods
Promotes bonding of mother, baby and birthing partner
More rapid postnatal recovery
Returns childbirth to the beautiful, peaceful experience that nature intended |
What is Hypnosis during Childbirth?
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Hypnosis is a powerful, natural and safe state of directed awareness. It is a state of profound relaxation that you allow yourself to enter. In this state of complete relaxation you are able to communicate to your unconscious mind, influencing what you think and how you feel. You remain in complete control.
There is no magic to achieving success with self-hypnosis. Anyone who chooses to can reach this deep state of relaxation and directed awareness.
When having your baby with HypnoBirthing®, what you will experience is similar to the daydreaming or focusing that occurs when you are engrossed in a book or staring at a fire. You will be conversant and in good spirit, 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 anaesthesia (endorphins) will replace the stress hormones that cause pain.
When it is time for your baby to be born, you will be fully awake and alert.
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Where did HypnoBirthing® Start?
| Hypnobirthing® is based on the techniques of an English physician, Dr. Grantly Dick-Read. He was a pioneer in the field of natural childbirth and his principles are the foundation of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT). www.nct.org.uk
HypnoBirthing® was originally established in the United States by Marie Mongan. Her book "HypnoBirthing® - A Celebration of Life" was first published in 1989. For more information read the first chapter of "A Celebration of Life" The Birth of HypnoBirthing®
NEWS:
"HypnoBirthing®: The Breakthrough Natural Approach to Safer, Easier, More Comfortable Birthing - The Mongan Method, 3rd Edition" is now the top-selling book on birthing on Amazon.com (ISBN 0757302661).
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 The 3rd edition of Marie Mongan's book is now available!
Not only is it updated and revised, and includes reference to practices in the UK health system.
The HypnoBirthing® book now includes a relaxation and birth rehearsal imagery CD.
Order "HypnoBirthing®: The Breakthrough Natural Approach to Safer, Easie
r, More Comfortable Birthing - The Mongan Method, 3rd Edition" from The HypnoBirthing® Institute now.
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IMPORTANT: Although the book and CD are useful on their own, they are not a substitute for attending classes with a certified HypnoBirthing® practitioner. It is intended as an introduction to HypnoBirthing®, not a home-study course.
To book your course click here. |
HypnoBirthing® has been available in the US for seventeen years and these methods are now been taught in the UK.
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Testimonials from Parents
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"Midwives were well impressed at how calm and serene I looked.
It really did make the discomfort go away and is empowering as you know what your body is doing so you work with, instead of against it.
As for the J breath, I loved it - it made the actual delivery easy-peasy. I can't rave about it enough.
Our community midwives actually said it was one of the easiest first time-mother births that they had seen in 20 years."
Marie Cooksey, Northampton
"I casually wandered into hospital with my husband, not even sure I was in labour, only to discover that I was already 6˝cm dilated, and progressing fast! The midwives were astonished at how calm I was, especially for a first time mum!"
Katy Johnson, Thrapston
"Using the breathing and relaxation techniques we were taught, I was able to get through twelve hours of contractions with absolutely no pain at all. All I could feel was pressure. I didn't need any pain relief - not even gas and air."
Catherine Jackson, Jersey
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Course Dates and Fees
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HypnoBirthing® Courses are conducted on a Saturday and are held for 2 full days (2 weeks) from 10am – 5pm. Weekday courses are conducted over 4 classes (4 weeks) from 7pm – 10pm. The course totals 12.5 hours of tuition.
Private courses are available on request, dates are bespoke. Please call 01926 316 401 or email janay@divineintentions.co.uk for fees.
Please see course availability below:
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Course Dates: |
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Saturday Courses 2008 |
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1st & 8th March 2008 |
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29th March & 5th April 2008 |
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12th & 19th April 2008 |
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10th & 17th May 2008 |
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24th & 31st May 2008 |
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21st & 28th June 2008 |
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5th & 12th July 2008 |
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2nd & 9th August 2008 |
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16th & 23rd August 2008 |
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13th & 20th September 2008 |
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27th September & 4th October 2008 |
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1st & 8th November 2008 |
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15th & 22nd November 2008 |
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29th November & 6th December 2008 |
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13th & 20th December 2008 |
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Weekday Evening Courses 2008 |
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Thursday Evenings |
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10th April 2008 – 1st May 2008 |
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22nd May 2008 – 12th June 2008 |
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3rd July 2008 – 24th July 2008 |
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14th August 2008 – 4th September 2008 |
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25th September 2008 – 16th October 2008 |
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13th November 2008 – 4th December 2008 |
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To avoid disappointment, please book well in advance as our courses tend to fill up quickly. Groups are kept small enough to ensure that individual needs are fully satisfied and that techniques are mastered so that you leave feeling confident in your ability to give birth using Hypnobirthing®. |
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Course Fees |
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Complete package: |
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12.5 hours of Tuition.
The official HypnoBirthing®: The Breakthrough Natural Approach to Safer,
Easier, More Comfortable Birthing - The Mongan Method, 3rd Edition Book.
Course Handouts and Scripts.
Birth Plan.
Plus 2 fee CD's:
CD1 Rainbow Relaxation and Birth Affirmations
CD 2 Relaxation Music
Refreshments. |
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Can't afford to attend?
Divine Intentions Hypnotherapy Centre also gives pregnant couples with a very low income or other circumstances a chance to attend this course. Please contact Janay directly: janay@divineintentions.co.uk or telephone 01926 316 401 to discuss options as there are some subsidised spaces available. |
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Online Booking Form and Payment
To secure you and your birthing partner on a course, register and pay online. Please complete the form below - you will then be directed to our payment page.
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