The concept of HypnoBirthing® is not a new phenonenum. Marie Mongan, the American founder of the HypnoBirthing® Institute, originated the idea from the observations of an English Obstetrician, Grantly Dick-Reid from the 1920's. His observations concluded that Fear creates Tension which creates Pain. Extreme pain is not a natural accompaniment to labour and birth.

The course celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2009 and has gained international recognition in over 30 countries worldwide.

What is HypnoBirthing® ?

 

HypnoBirthing® is a complete Antenatal Childbirth Education programme. It is as much a philosophy as it is a technique. It utilises a combination of special breathing techniques to achieve ultimate relaxation; visualisations to enable you to work intuitively with your body; includes techniques to release any fear or anxiety you may hold about birthing; stimulates endorphin release -natures own potent painkiller, and helps prepare you physically, emotionally and psychologically for your baby's birth.

Change the way you view birth and the way you birth will change...

(Marie Mongan)

What are the benefits of using Hypnosis for Childbirth?

Studies have shown that using Hypnosis can:

• reduce the first stage of labour by  several hours
• eliminates or greatly reduces the need for painkilling drugs
• reduces surgical intervention
• reduces fatigue, so you remain alert and energised
• reduces postnatal depression
• returns birthing to the beautiful art that nature intended

Benefits to baby

Babies born to HypnoBirthing® mums are birthed gently into their new world and are reported to be calmer with improved sleeping and feeding patterns.