Visit our ‘What is Hypnobirthing’ page for clarifications.

It is important to state that hypnobirthing is an acquired skill, and its practice is beneficial for the success of the birthing experience.

According to the Hypnobirthing Institute, 65%-70% of hypnobirthing mums do not need any form of pain relief, while mild gas and air are needed by 20%-25% of hypnobirthing, and medical intervention is needed for 5%-10%.

From my professional experience, 69% of my hypnobirthing mums who completed my training over a 2 year period, didn’t require any pain relief duing labour, while those in rare occasions who experienced ‘special circumstances’, declared that hypnobirthing was helpful while induced or during a caesarean. On my blog, you can read about the various testimonies.

Research has revealed that mothers who give birth with epidurals tend to experience prolonged birthing times and other medical interventions such as forceps and vacuum extraction. However, mothers without epidural can freely move about while in labour, particularly when the position of the baby is not proper. Mothers who have epidurals should be aware that it can affect the baby too. Hence, it is always more beneficial for both the baby and the mother to give birth using hypnobirthing techniques.

The ideal time is between the 20th (after your 20-week scan) and 30th week; for mothers later than 30 weeks, you can still participate in the course. I have taught plenty of couples from 36 weeks.

Yes, you should practise at home. The hypnobirthing course can be completed in four weeks which enables you to release any fears and have time to practice self-hypnosis and deep relaxation, which like any skill. requires practise.

Hypnobirthing is for all pregnant women (first time or subsequent pregnancies) who want a more positive childbirth experience. Mothers who wish to have a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) can also try hypnobirthing techniques. The essence of hypnobirthing techniques is to prepare your mind towards a more relaxed and informed childbirth and to remove any fears. Hypnobirthing can be used for home births or hospital or birth centre births.

Hypnosis is like going through a relaxation experience and still being aware of your environment. It is easy to learn and can even be used after birth, to relax after stressful moments. hypnobirthing online course is much more than just self-hypnosis, but a whole approach to pregnancy and childbirth.

Did you know that when your body feels relaxed and calm, your baby also enjoys these calm sensations? Hypnobirthing is beneficial for your baby because when you relax, endorphins are produced and it has been proven to be found in the umbilical cord and placenta. This prepares the baby towards comfortable childbirth. Also, with natural childbirth, babies have a strong bond with their mothers and are more sensitive to sucking and massaging their mother’s breasts for feeding.      

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The best way to take a hypnobirthing course is live online with an instructor. You have a better opportunity to ask questions and learn the techniques.