What to expect during your HypnoBirthing classes

Class #1 – Setting the Stage

How the Uterus Works

How Fear Affects Labor and the Uterine Muscles

History of Women and Birthing

Hypnosis and Deep Relaxation – Creating Positive

 Birth Outcomes

Hypnosis Demonstration

Calm Breathing Technique

HypnoBirthing videos #1 and #2

Class #2 – Falling in Love With Your Baby

HypnoBirthing videos #3 and #4

Prebirth, Perinatal and Postnatal Bonding

Selecting Caregivers and Birthing Environment

Slow Breathing Technique

Progressive and Instant Relaxation Techniques

Visualizations

Class #3 – Preparing Your Mind and Body

HypnoBirthing videos #5 and #6

Birth Breathing Technique

Diet and Exercise

Perineal Massage

Pelvic Floor Exercises

Light Touch Massage

Hypnosis Deepening Techniques

 

Class #4 – Overview of Childbirth

HypnoBirthing video #7

Preparing a Birth Plan

Hospital Records and Registration

What to do if your baby is breech

Signs Your Baby is Nearly Ready

Special Circumstances

Achieving a Natural Start of Labor

Releasing Emotions, Fears and Limiting Thoughts

 

Class #5 – Birthing – Breathing Love, Bringing Life


Onset of Labor

Arriving at the Hospital

As Labor Moves Along

If Labor Slows or Rests

As Birthing Advances – Nearing Completion

Positions for the Birthing Phase

Birth – The Final Act

Birth Rehearsal Hypnosis Session