More About HypnoBirthing®
Hypnosis and imagery are forms of focused relaxation. These techniques promote a calm and peaceful environment for you and your baby. The self-hypnosis techniques you will learn connect the conscious and unconscious mind. You can also use your imagination to decrease the fears and concerns that can occur surrounding pregnancy and birth.
We all experience aspects of imagery, hypnosis and deep relaxation in our daily activities. Daydreaming is a light trance state. Your body is relaxed and your pulse is slow. In a moderate state of trance you are relaxed and aware of your breathing, perhaps experience imagery, and lose some perception of your environment. If someone sees you in a deep trance state, your arms and legs will be very relaxed, you will hear what others say, but your attention will be narrowed, and you will only be focusing on the sounds you want to focus on.
Hypnosis and imagery have been shown to be effective modalities for healing, promoting the release of natural 'feel-good' endorphins. You will be aware when you want to be aware, but very relaxed when you want to be relaxed. HypnoBirthing® is a program that will give you exposure to a variety of tools and techniques so that you can achieve a more comfortable and sacred birth experience. You will learn how to build upon your inner resources and develop your own personal approach to labor, while being in charge of the process of hypnosis.
The HypnoBirthing® series is done individually, or in a small group, depending upon the particular needs of those involved. You are always in control, and will never do anything you don't want to do. Hypnosis can enhance and facilitate your labor and birth experience by helping you reach a state of deep relaxation and peacefulness. HypnoBirthing® encourages an increase in your natural endorphins while decreasing the catecholamines (stress hormones), to help you have a more comfortable and joyous birth. You will find you will sleep better, feel more relaxed and confident about your pregnancy and birthing, and feel prepared to accept and care for your baby following birth.
Your partner or birthing companion is welcome at the classes, but is not essential to learning the techniques. Questions about this program are always welcome. Please feel free to call or email.
Materials include the HypnoBirthing ® book, audio tapes, numerous informational hand-outs, as well as a guided relaxation with the instructors voice - all available upon registration.
The HypnoBirthing® Advantage: Eliminates the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome before, during, and after birthing, shortens the first stage of labor by several hours, eliminates the risk of hyperventilation from "shallow" breathing methods, promotes special bonding of mother, baby, and birthing companion. Enhances ease of breastfeeding; along with calmer, happier babies. More rapid postnatal recovery, creates a more integral role for the birthing companion. Returns birthing to the beautiful, peaceful experience nature intended.