Hypnobirthing - The Mindful Birth Method
Welcome to your Hypnobirthing course. This class is about learning to trust your body, calm your mind, and approach birth with confidence rather than fear. Through education, relaxation techniques, and practical tools, you’ll discover how powerful and capable you truly are. No matter what kind of birth you’re planning, hypnobirthing helps you feel informed, supported, and in control, so you can welcome your baby in a calm, positive, and empowered way.
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The History of Hypnobirthing
To appreciate the art of Hypnobirthing, I like to go over how it was designed and the science behind it.
In this section you will learn:
The founders of Hypnobirthing
The Fear, Tension, Pain Cycle
Optional Resources:
Childbirth Without Fear by Dr Grantly-Dick Read
Link: https://a.co/d/bQL5JsL
Hypnobirthing: A Natural Approach to a Safe, Easier, More Comfortable Childbirth By Marie Mongan
Link: https://a.co/d/aPhtYdr
To appreciate the art of Hypnobirthing, I like to go over how it was designed and the science behind it.
In this section you will learn:
The founders of Hypnobirthing
The Fear, Tension, Pain Cycle
Optional Resources:
Childbirth Without Fear by Dr Grantly-Dick Read
Link: https://a.co/d/bQL5JsL
Hypnobirthing: A Natural Approach to a Safe, Easier, More Comfortable Childbirth By Marie Mongan
Link: https://a.co/d/aPhtYdr
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The Brain and Birth
To understand the Hypnobirthing techniques and how they work, it is first important to understand how our brain works and responds to these tools. Here we will learn about how our brain works and how it affects birth.
In this section you will learn:
The difference between the conscious and subconscious mind
The Iceberg Theory
What is the critical factor and why it is important
To understand the Hypnobirthing techniques and how they work, it is first important to understand how our brain works and responds to these tools. Here we will learn about how our brain works and how it affects birth.
In this section you will learn:
The difference between the conscious and subconscious mind
The Iceberg Theory
What is the critical factor and why it is important
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The Autonomic Nervous System
Building off of the subconscious brain, we will now learn about the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
In this section you will learn:
The symptoms of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems
The vagus nerve
A relaxation technique to build safety in you nervous system
Building off of the subconscious brain, we will now learn about the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
In this section you will learn:
The symptoms of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems
The vagus nerve
A relaxation technique to build safety in you nervous system
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The Birthing Muscles
Now we will talk a little bit about your birthing muscles and how our brain controls then.
In this section you will learn:
How the uterus works during labor
Stress triggers during labor
Calm responses during labor
Now we will talk a little bit about your birthing muscles and how our brain controls then.
In this section you will learn:
How the uterus works during labor
Stress triggers during labor
Calm responses during labor
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All About Hypnosis
Some people don’t understand why it is called HYPNObirthing. This section will explain it all and demonstrate that this isn’t the type of hypnosis you’ve probably heard of.
In this section you will learn:
Natural states of hypnosis
Why the “hypno” bit works during labor
Time Distortion
Some people don’t understand why it is called HYPNObirthing. This section will explain it all and demonstrate that this isn’t the type of hypnosis you’ve probably heard of.
In this section you will learn:
Natural states of hypnosis
Why the “hypno” bit works during labor
Time Distortion
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The Birthing Hormones
This is my favorite part of the class! Let’s talk about birthing hormones.
In this section you will learn:
The importance of hormones during birth
How to boost the birth environment
Avoiding adrenaline
This is my favorite part of the class! Let’s talk about birthing hormones.
In this section you will learn:
The importance of hormones during birth
How to boost the birth environment
Avoiding adrenaline
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Language for Birth
This section is optional but can be helpful for some! Take what resonates with you and leave what does not.
In this section you will learn:
Shifting words to be more positive
Affirmations
Releasing negative thoughts
This section is optional but can be helpful for some! Take what resonates with you and leave what does not.
In this section you will learn:
Shifting words to be more positive
Affirmations
Releasing negative thoughts
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Anchors
We are now going to explore some tools you can use to relax during labor.
In this section you will learn:
Anchors for relaxation
Horsey lips breathing technique
We are now going to explore some tools you can use to relax during labor.
In this section you will learn:
Anchors for relaxation
Horsey lips breathing technique
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Birth Preparation
Birth planning is SO important. Let’s talk about some practical things you can do to prepare. This section is long so buckle in!
In this section you will learn:
B.R.A.I.N.S.
Birth preferences
The birth environment
The birth partners role
Hands on techniques
Practical preparation
Perineal Massage
Birth planning is SO important. Let’s talk about some practical things you can do to prepare. This section is long so buckle in!
In this section you will learn:
B.R.A.I.N.S.
Birth preferences
The birth environment
The birth partners role
Hands on techniques
Practical preparation
Perineal Massage
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The Birth Part
Now that we have planned for birth, we are going to talk about what happens during birth.
In this section you will learn:
Due dates
Natural labor inductions
What happens in early, active and transition
Birth breathing
Upright birth positions
Planning for when things change
Placentas, delayed cord clamping, golden hour
Now that we have planned for birth, we are going to talk about what happens during birth.
In this section you will learn:
Due dates
Natural labor inductions
What happens in early, active and transition
Birth breathing
Upright birth positions
Planning for when things change
Placentas, delayed cord clamping, golden hour
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What You'll Learn
In this hypnobirthing course, you will learn how to prepare your mind and body for a calm, confident, and empowered birth experience. Through practical tools and guided techniques, you will gain skills you can use throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth.
You will learn:
How the mind–body connection affects labor and how to work with your body rather than against it
Breathing, relaxation, and self-hypnosis techniques to reduce fear, tension, and pain
How to release common birth fears and replace them with confidence and trust
Techniques for staying calm and focused during each stage of labor
How to create a positive birth environment and advocate for your preferences
Comfort measures and coping tools for labor, including movement, visualization, and affirmations
The role of your birth partner and how they can provide effective support
How to prepare emotionally and mentally for different birth scenarios while staying empowered
By the end of this course, you will feel informed, prepared, and confident in your ability to navigate birth with calm, clarity, and strength—no matter how your birth unfolds.
