Calm, confident and in control through birth

Hypnobirthing is a childbirth philosophy and practice that uses self-hypnosis, breathing, visualization techniques and deep relaxation to reduce fear, and pain during labor. It aims to promote a calm, peaceful, empowering, and positive birth experience.

Hypnobirthing teaches women to trust their natural ability to give birth and seeks to reduce or eliminate fear and anxiety by using positive affirmations and accessing the body's natural relaxant.

Through guided audio and mental preparation, women learn to achieve a state of deep relaxation, which helps to reduce the body's stress response. Specific breathing exercises help manage and calm the body during contractions, and visualizing a positive birth, and creating positive mental images help women in labour to stay calm and in control. 

Birth partners are important and they learn how to provide encourage, support and comfort during labor. This helps to create a supportive environment. 

The benefits of hypnobirthing can include

• Shorter labours

• Reduced fear, anxiety, and tension

• Less pain and discomfort during labor

• More control, confidence and empowerment during the birth process

• Increased likelihood of a vaginal birth

• Better outcomes for mother and baby