Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Hypnobirthing?
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Hypnobirthing uses relaxation and hypnotherapy techniques to help pregnant people achieve a calm & comfortable birth. I am trained in KGHypnobirthing, which is a complete antenatal programme and the only hypnobirthing course to have been accredited by the Royal Collage of Midwives. This course gives you and your birth partner(s) the knowledge and confidence to have a positive birth experience – no matter where or how your baby is born. It can be used for all births.
Why do I need to write a birth plan?
You don't... You need several!
Only joking. You, of course, don't NEED to do anything. The reason that I recommend writing several birth plans is because in my 9 years experience working as a midwife, things don't always go to plan - but this shouldn't mean you're not prepared!
This is why it's important to have a plan B, C and D - so that if things don't go as you'd hoped for on the day, you'll still be calm and in control, so able to make informed decisions about your care, knowing that you've considered this ahead of time.
Why is it so expensive?
It isn't. Breaking down the hours you'll receive of one to one learning, the resources provided to support you, my travel time and fuel, I actually earn less than I would at my job as a midwife. I'm trying to run this course as low cost as I can afford to because I love working as a midwife and truly care about women's experiences during birth. I know that KGHypnobirthing has a profoundly positive impact on women's birth experiences because I've seen it with my own eyes and I can't help but want to shout it from the rooftops. We women all deserve a good birth. This course is longer than many other hypnobirthing courses because it doesn't cut any corners. You receive full antenatal education, hypnobirthing and continued support from me until your birth day.
Will I have to tell my story?
You can give me as much or as little information as you feel comfortable with. The beauty of hypnobirthing is that it doesn't discriminate! There is no difference in the results it affords you because of your background or previous experiences.
By sharing your story with me, I will be more able to tailor the course to meet your individual needs and provide the latest evidence and national guidelines specific to you and your circumstances, but this isn't mandatory; ultimately, you are in charge and I will always respect your boundaries.