So, you've heard about the Birth Preparation Course 'Hypnobirthing' and you wonder whether you'll get hypnotised to have a euphoric birth experience? Not quite...
The Hypnobirthing Program is a comprehensive birth preparation course that will teach you deep relaxation techniques, which can aid in a calm and joyful birth. Throughout the course and also in your own time at home you will listen to MP3s that make you feel deeply relaxed and therefore make your subconscious mind susceptible to positive believes around birth. You will also practice loads of natural coping techniques that are so invaluable during a contraction (we call this a 'surge or wave').
You will also explore your beliefs about birth and any fears that may be associate with your upcoming experience or parenthood. Hypnobirthing is a great tool to reframe your perception of childbirth, whether this stems from your upbringing, the media, or perhaps a previous birth experience.
One of my favourite parts of Hypnobirthing is helping the dad / your birth support person learn about all the important things they can do to support you in labour - pressure points, massage, affirmations, food and drinks, your birth 'plan' and so much more. They will walk away with a 1 page list of things they are in charge of on the big way, which makes them feel empowered to be part of your birth experience.