HypnoBirthing®
What is HypnoBirthing® ?
HypnoBirthing® - The Mongan Method, is a unique method of relaxed, natural childbirth education, enhanced by hypnosis techniques. The programme comprises of 12.5hrs of tuition which covers topics such as the history of birth, how hypnosis can be helpful during pregnancy and birth, how birth affects the baby, ways to strengthen bonding, breathing techniques, understanding options in birth and ways your birth companion can help you during labour.
How does it help?
When a woman feels fear in labour she releases catecholamines including adrenaline. This inhibits the release of oxytocin (the main hormone needed for labour) and stops the release of endorphins (our body's own pain killer and 'feel good' hormone). The uterine muscle tightens and receives less oxygenated blood and so labour becomes harder and longer, usually resulting in "failure to progress".
HypnoBirthing aims to remove the fear, enabling your body to work with you, not against you. Hypnosis in HypnoBirthing is simply a very relaxed state (as when you day dream). There is no 'trance' and no-one is in control of you. You are fully awake and aware at ALL times.
I'm having a caesarean section - will it still benefit me?
Yes! HypnoBirthing® isn't just about natural drug-free vaginal births, it can be used to help you stay calm and in control for any type of birth experience. It not only helps you prepare for the birth, but it also helps you experience a happier, more relaxed pregnancy, helps bonding with your baby and with life after birth.
Why can't I just use hypnosis for birth CDs and books from the internet?
HypnoBirthing® is a registered trademark, used only for the official HypnoBirthing® - Mongan Method. Anything else is NOT HypnoBirthing®. A CD or book could help you relax, but in order to experience the full benefits of HypnoBirthing® it is strongly recommended that you attend classes with an officially registered HypnoBirthing® instructor.
Can Christians use HypnoBirthing®?
Yes! Hypnosis is a natural state that we use throughout our daily lives. In fact worship services, meditation and prayer often result in people entering the Alpha and Theta brain wave states which is when hypnosis takes place. In HypnoBirthing you learn to release the negative images and thoughts concerning birthing from your subconscious mind and replace them with healthy ones. It can be likened to birthing in a meditative prayer state. There are many Biblical passages encouraging us to think on the good things and not to be filled with fear. Romans 12:2 talks about us being changed by the transformation of our minds.
Fee - £250 for five two-and-a-half hour sessions
Fees include:
Approx 12hrs HypnoBirthing antenatal education
Relaxation and confidence building hypnotherapy sessions
The official HypnoBirthing book
Relaxation and birth affirmations CD
Comprehansive supporting literature
24/7 ongoing email/telephone support
Ideal from 25 weeks of pregnancy as this gives plenty of time for practice
(still beneficial if started later in pregnancy).