Hypnobirthing

Everything I teach on The Wise Hippo Birthing Programme is based on physiological and medical fact and is how the mind is already working. In fact, there isn’t anything new to learn we are just taking what the mind is doing and looking at it from a different perspective.

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Mothers, you will learn powerful techniques that ensure that they are able to remain emotionally and physically relaxed during labour enabling your body to work at its best. This in turn will also ensure that you are able to remain calm and in control throughout your labour no matter what turn your birthing takes.

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Here's what we'll cover on your course:

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Class 1

Why the Hippopotamus

The Picture of Childbirth today

Your materials

Defining Hypnosis

Acknowledging Pain

The Physiology of Birth and the Impact of Fear

Mind / Body connection

The Impact of Others

Taking charge of your thoughts

Class 3

Prenatal bonding

Choosing where to have your baby

Who will be with you

Options for promoting comfort

Medical intervention

Natural nudges of encouragement for your baby

Benefits of a natural birth

Birth plan & Birth Choices

Physical preparations for Birth

The Mirror Mantra

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Class 2

Relaxation – the antidote to pain

What is Relaxation?

Positions for Relaxation

Remember to Breathe

Self-Hypnosis

Eyes Open Hypnosis

Time Distortion

Anchoring

Birth Partners Script

Establishing a practice routine

Class 4

Soothing strokes and positive touch

Positions for birth

Ligaments and pelvis

Humming your baby down - birthing your baby

Birth partner’s role

Using the techniques during labour

When baby arrives

Sea of Serenity – Birth Hypnosis session

Your practice and preparation diary