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What are the benefits of pregnancy relaxation?

Posted on October 8, 2019October 8, 2019 by Colleen

A key part of hypnobirthing is how to remain relaxed during labour. For many, especially if you are scared or anxious about giving birth, this is an odd concept. Birth is painful, undignified, and out of your control, right?! Well....Read More

What are the pros and cons of a stretch and sweep?

Posted on September 13, 2019September 13, 2019 by Colleen

Firstly, before we go over the pros and cons of a stretch and sweep (also known as a membrane sweep) - do you even know what it is?! It is a procedure, usually offered to pregnant women around 41 weeks,...Read More

The birth of Jaxon – homebirth to delivery suite

Posted on July 22, 2019July 22, 2019 by Colleen

Sarah and Aaron were the first couple I taught hypnobirthing to when I first qualified as a hypnobirthing teacher in 2016. Their first birth was a positive birth experience following an induction of labour, you can read that story here....Read More

Hypnobirthing with a planned caesarean birth

Posted on July 11, 2019August 24, 2019 by Colleen

Most people come to my classes because they want a birth that is as natural as possible. Although hypnobirthing makes a natural birth much more likely, it can not be guaranteed. One of the most important parts of my job...Read More

How can a birth doula help during childbirth?

Posted on June 4, 2019June 4, 2019 by Colleen

When I was pregnant for the first time, I was very naive about pregnancy and birth. I presumed it was a horrible experience that you just got on with to get the end result. Luckily, my sister booked me onto...Read More

The birth of Seth – a hypnobirth VBAC

Posted on May 9, 2019May 9, 2019 by Colleen

My friend Kate, and her partner Rich, did not have a great birth experience the first time round in 2015. When Kate told me last year that she was pregnant again, I knew I wanted to help her achieve her...Read More

How to prepare for a fast labour using hypnobirthing

Posted on March 12, 2019March 12, 2019 by Colleen

When learning hypnobirthing, we learn that it is important to dream and visualise the details of your perfect birth. This can include where you are, who you are with, how you are feeling and how long your birth will be....Read More

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The un-planned home birth of Theodore

Posted on February 14, 2019February 14, 2019 by Colleen

Mia and Joe were part of my October group hypnobirthing class. Their birth story is amazing! Usually when we think of birth not going to plan, we think of a natural birth becoming medicated. Mia's labour was so fast and...Read More

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What are the best ways to naturally induce labour?

Posted on January 25, 2019January 25, 2019 by Colleen

Many people believe that to have a succesful hypnobirth, you must labour completely naturally. However, this is not the case. There are plenty of reasons why pain relief, medical intervention and inductions are valid and necessary. Which is why my...Read More

When is the best time to start learning hypnobirthing?

Posted on January 4, 2019January 4, 2019 by Colleen

This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from new clients. There's not a set 'best time' for learning hypnobirthing, as it all depends on your own personal circumstances and preferences. So, sorry there is no straight...Read More

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