An introduction to Hypnobirthing

what is hypnobirthing?

If you want to have your labour and birth to be as least like a medical procedure as possible then hypnobirthing may be for you! the concept is based on the work of DR Grantly Dick-Reid author of the book Childbirth without fear.

It is possible to practice hypnobirthing in a hospital setting for that ‘just in case’ peace of mind should intervention or a c-section be necessary.

Hypnobirthing is deeply relaxing and effective and allows your body and mind to work in harmony just as nature intended. There is far more to it that just self-hypnosis or hypnotherapy. Its about empowering both mum and her birth partner to feel in control and relaxed

Hypnobirthing eliminates the fear-tension-pain syndrome associated with childbirth both pre and during labour allowing the mums muscles to relax therefore crating a more comfortable labour.

using the relaxation techniques and positive mindsets can significantly reduce the need for chemical pain relief, reduce fatigue in the first stage of labour and in some cases reduce the length of the first stage of labour.

How its done

The mother and birth partner learn and utilise specific breathing and deep relaxation techniques. Self hypnosis is also learned to acheive an altered state of conciousness

The mum will be alert but deeply relaxed interpreting her contractions as sgtreching , pressure or numbness rather than the conventional thouht of labour pains. The ability of the mum to enter this deeply relaxed state enables the pelvic musckles to relax and open to let the baby pass through more easily