HypnoBirthing®

What is HypnoBirthing®?

HypnoBirthing® is as much a  philosophy of birth as it is a method for birthing. The concept of HypnoBirthing® is not new, but rather a “rebirth” of the philosophy of birthing as it existed thousands of years ago. Dr. Grantly Dick-Read recaptured the concept and introduced natural birth in the 1920s. This method teaches you that, in the absence of fear and tension, or special medical circumstances, severe pain does not have to be an accompaniment of labor.

Women and their partners will learn how the birthing muscles work in perfect harmony, just as they are designed, when your body is sufficiently relaxed and you trust birth. You will learn to use your natural birthing instincts for a calm, serene and comfortable birth. Like the bodies of our sister creatures in nature, the bodies of healthy pregnant woman instinctively know how to birth, just as their bodies instinctively know how to conceive and how to nurture the development of the babies they are carrying.

When you HypnoBirth, you will not be in trance or asleep. You will be totally relaxed, but fully in control. You are aware of your body’s surges and baby’s progress. You will experience birthing in an atmosphere of calm relaxation, free of the fear that prevents the muscles of your body from functioning as nature intended them to. In this calm state, your body’s natural relaxant, endorphins, replaces stress hormones that constrict and cause pain. Thus, lessening or eliminating pain and the need for pain medication.

What Determines the Success of HypnoBirthing®?

Several factors determine the success of HypnoBirthing® – the motivation and dedication of the parents, the support of the OB or care provider, the parents (mainly moms) comfort with the choice birth facility, and the avoidance of medical interventions. The focus on undisturbed birth is crucial. When other paths are chosen, different results may occur.

Classes and Rates

Group Sessions

Classes are once a week for five weeks. Each class is 2 ½ hours in length. Note a minimum of two couples must sign up for group sessions.

Private Sessions

Private classes are held once weekly for five weeks at the location of your choosing. Each class is 2 ½ hours in length. Private classes are a great option for the mother on bed rest or with other special circumstances.

All prices include a copy of the HypnoBirthing® book, relaxation CD and class handouts. A $125 non-refundable deposit is required, and due two weeks prior to the first class. The balance is due no later than the end of the first class. The entire course fee may be paid in full at the time of registration. We accept cash and check. There is a returned check fee of $25.

HypnoBirthing® is an approved prepared childbirth education program. Therefore, all or a portion of your course fee may be reimbursable by your insurance company.

I believe all woman should have the same opportunity to have a safe, gentle birth. Payment arrangements may be made in very special circumstances. Taking HypnoBirthing® classes is an investment in your baby, as well as yourself.

Due to the amount of focus and relaxation required in class, children are not permitted to attend.