HypnoBirthing
HypnoBirthing is an effective form of birth preparation that combines the wisdom of the body with the power of the mind. The course I offer has been developed from years of working as a midwife and from the women and families I have cared for in pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
Learn about the mind-body connection, the hormonal dance, the holistic journey of birth, the role of the birth partner and how to optimise your birth environment.
Expect breath work, relaxation techniques, active birth positions, massage and movement. Learn to work together with your baby to step into the birth space with confidence.
Expect a fully comprehensive course covering all the essentials for empowered birth preparation.
◦ Mind-body connection
◦ The journey of birth
◦ Muscles of the uterus
◦ Hormonal dance
◦ Birth environment
◦ Breath work
◦ Movement for birth
◦ Optimal fetal positioning
◦ Rebozo techniques
◦ Navigating birth choices
◦ Role of the birth partner
◦ Comfort tools
This course is the ideal accompaniment to an NHS or private antenatal class.
Or perhaps you have birthed before and simply want to remind yourself of your birthing power?
Here we will explore the main principles, tools and techniques of HypnoBirthing to support you to have the best possible birth experience.
Included in the course is a comprehensive Yogi Midwife HypnoBirthing manual, HypnoBirthing relaxation scripts and audios, Yogi Midwife affirmation cards plus unlimited email/message support until Birth.
Upcoming group courses:
Saturday 25th January 2025
1pm-6pm
The Elephant House, BS3 1BG
Investment £125 for the birthing mother and a partner
Please get in touch with any questions or to book.
All the same content as a group course at a time and place convenient for you!
Duration: 4 hours
Time: Weekday, evening? It’s up to you.
Location: In the comfort of your own home for Bristol and surrounding areas OR online via zoom.
Investment £200 for the birthing mother and a partner
Private Course?
I do not care what kind of birth you have… a home birth, scheduled caesarean, epidural hospital birth or if you birth alone in the woods next to baby deer. I care that you had options, that you were supported in your choices and that you were respected.
~ January Harshe
FAQs
What type of birth is HypnoBirthing for?
HypnoBirthing is for EVERY birth scenario. There is no right or wrong way to give birth. It’s about having the tools and the knowledge to have a positive birth experience and make decisions that are right for you and your baby.
There will be a strong focus on the journey of physiological birth, but we will explore all options. Many women say it is not how you give birth that matters, it’s how you feel about how you give birth that’s important. HypnoBirthing is based on that premise. This course encourages you to remain open minded and calm, whatever path your birth takes, feeling confident and maintaining control throughout.
What are the benefits of HypnoBirthing?
There are a number of known benefits from practising HypnoBirthing including:
◦ More empowered birth experience
◦ Less or no need for medical pain relief
◦ Reduced rates of intervention
◦ Gentle transition to parenthood
◦ More fulfilling role for birth partners
When is the best time to start?
I typically recommend anytime from 16 weeks pregnant up until right before birth. The sooner you start, the more time you have to prepare the body and mind.
Are partners included?
All birth partners are very much encouraged to join and share this journey. They have a key role in supporting a positive birth experience. The course will include specific information for the role of partners and suggest a range of tools to practice and explore.
Will I be hypnotised?
No! A common misconception about HypnoBirthing is that you will go into a state where you are not in control of your own actions. HypnoBirthing works on the exploration of hypnotherapy techniques to support you into a state of deep relaxation through breathing, positive affirmations, guided relaxations and visualisations for those who want to use them.
