Group Hypnobirthing
Interactive, in-person groups. Meet other expectant parents while learning about birth.
A full antenatal birth preparation course
Suitable from 20 weeks
Deciding on a group course
Group classes give you the chance to meet like-minded parents-to-be in a positive environment. Groups are small, made up of 3 -5 couples and taught on the weekend. The material is tailored to those attending and there are opportunities to ask questions and lots of discussion.
We explore:
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how the mind affects the body and what that means for labour and birth
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the tools of hypnobirthing
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the birth process - finding out what happens to your body in labour
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effective positions for your birth
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how to create your birth space and why that is important
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your options in birth - discussing what they are and what to do if things change
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what your birth partner can do to support you; helping you (and themselves) relax
The classes are interactive; full of demonstrations and activities. One space is for you and your partner/birth companion.
On the day we practice:
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specific and highly effective breathing
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relaxation techniques - giving you the opportunity to experience self-hypnosis
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massage techniques using your hands and everyday objects
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effective positions for birth - so you know exactly what to do
We spend time working through birth scenario's, such as an induction, so you can leave the course with a practical plan; feeling calm and prepared to manage labour.
Courses book up quickly, so if you want to feel positive and informed about birth don't delay.
What the course includes
You'll receive:
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a printed course workbook - full of everything we cover, space to write you thoughts and self-hypnosis relaxations for your practice
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MP3s of powerful relaxations and positive affirmations (emailed once you book)
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digital resources
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a welcome gift
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support from your hypnobirthing instructor from when you book until your baby arrives.
When to attend
You are welcome to attend from 20 weeks and most clients start a course between 26 -33 weeks. However, it is never too late in pregnancy to learn and effectively use hypnobirthing techniques for a better birth experience.
Ideally you would attend with your partner/birth companion, but mothers who attend all or part of the course on their own can also fully benefit from hypnobirthing.
Available dates