what is hypnobirthing?
Hypnobirthing is a form of birth preparation which combines:
1. practical lessons on the physiology of birth i.e. the physical process of birth; with
2. an understanding of the psychology of birth i.e. how the mind impacts the body and aids or impedes the physical process of birth.
It’s a sound, biology-based approach to birth preparation which has been widely successful in allowing many to achieve the positive birth experience they want.
My full antenatal & hypnobirthing courses provide everything you need to know about:
the birth process and the different stages of labour
the options available to you and how to make choices confidently, based on your circumstances
how to navigate the maternity system so that you are at the centre of your care
how you can remain in control through all of the “what-if’s”
the tools and techniques you can use to help you remain comfortable
Quite simply, my Birth Boss courses put you in the best position to feel positive and empowered by your birth experience, setting you up for the best possible start to parenthood.
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what type of birth is hypnobirthing For?
The answer is simply ALL and EVERY birth scenario imaginable will benefit from hypnobirthing; caesarean births, natural water births, assisted births, drug-free home births etc.
There is no right or wrong way to give birth. It’s not how you give birth that matters. Its about how you feel about how you give birth that’s important.
The feelings you have about your birth will stay with you long after the event. They will shape how you bond with your baby, how you feel about your ability to parent and how you transition to your new family life.
Hypnobirthing cares about how YOU feel about YOUR birth and aims to make it BETTER.
The Benefits of hypnobirthing
Hypnobirthing parents report having:
shorter labours
less or no need for pharmacological pain relief
less intervention
less tearing
improved parental satisfaction & wellbeing
more fulfilling role as a birthing person/birth partner
What we learn from hypnobirthing parents is that a positive birth doesn’t necessarily mean achieving the birth you’d imagined or planned. It’s about having the ability to remain open minded and calm, whatever path your birth takes, feeling confident and maintaining control throughout.
Hypnobirthing has notably been used by expectant mums, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba, Fearne Cotton, Giovanni Fletcher etc. Most recently, it has received the Royal seal of approval by the Duchess of Cambridge!
Birth Boss Courses
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Birth Boss Parents Say:
“Ellie's advice and wisdom made me feel so much calmer and more confident. The knowledge she gave me was really empowering during a time when so much felt out of my control. She was so patient and kind. I would not hesitate to recommend her.”
- Annie, Warwick
“As my due date approached, Ellie’s advice and encouragement was invaluable. Her knowledge helped me remain calm and patient as I waited for my baby. Two weeks post-due date, my little girl arrived through a calm cesarean agreed through informed consent. I cannot thank Ellie enough for her support through this, she helped me use my hypnobirthing tools and feel positive and empowered about my first birth.”
- Sarah, Bristol
“Ellie made me feel at ease straight away. She gave me so many top tips about birthing, hypnobirthing and shared her own experience when relevant. Even after just one hour, I was left feeling relaxed and confident. I am feeling far more prepared than I thought I would.”
- Lizzie, Southampton
Free consultation
If you would like to find out more about the benefits of hypnobirthing and the Birth Boss courses I offer, simply book in a time which suits you for a FREE 30 minute consultation with me or book your spot on an upcoming taster session here.
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