What is Hypnobirthing?Hypnobirthing uses relaxation and hypnotherapy to help you experience a calm, comfortable birth. It a complete antenatal program that gives you and your birth partner the knowledge and confidence for a positive birth—wherever or however your baby is born.
❋ EducationLooking at the dynamics of birth physiology. Logical, scientific and evidence based.
❋ Release FearsIt's easy to feel overwhelmed by negative birth stories, but your experience can be different. This course gives you practical, empowering tools to replace fear with confidence.
❋ PracticeThe real change happens in the 10–15 minutes you commit each day between classes and birth. These short, focused practices reshape your mindset, reduce fear, and nurture a calm, confident outlook for childbirth.
The support of a well-informed birth partner makes all the difference and this is what makes hypnobirthing stand out. Partners have an important role to play.
❋ Birth PartnerThe maternity system is a cryptic maze with many options to consider - from place of birth to interventions and pain relief. If you are informed of your options, you'll feel empowered to make decisions that align with your preferences and your baby's well-being.
❋ Maternity SystemWhat does the course entail?3 sessions (~2 hours each)
❋ How the body’s anatomy and physiology are optimised for efficient, calm labour — from uterine muscle fibres and oxytocin-driven contractions, to hormonally relaxed pelvic tissues, fetal positioning, and autonomic responses.
❋ Pros and cons of different birth places
❋ Types of comfort options and pain relief
❋ Understanding how the body and mind work together: the roles of the sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) nervous systems
❋ Methods of intervention (including induction)
❋ The stages of labour and what to expect at each phase (up stage, down stage, transition, and birth), including timing, common sensations, comfort measures and signs to call your care team
❋ How ‘the system’ works, and how to work with it to achieve the best result for you
❋ What happens after your baby arrives
❋ A concise home practice to support you and create a calm, intentional pause from everyday life
Birth is a profound act of instinct, strength and surrender. When a woman feels safe, supported and trusts the ancient wisdom of her body, birth can unfold with extraordinary calm and power. Ina May Gaskin