If you want to achieving a positive and empowered birth experience, then a Hypnobirthing course with me could indeed be the answer.
What is Hypnobirthing ?
It is a fantastic set of tools, including self-hypnosis, positive suggestion and relaxation. Negative thoughts and beliefs are re-framed, leaving a sense of positivity and increased confidence and self-belief. You will learn technniques to reduce anxiety and fear, helping you to birth instinctively. Pregnancy and birth hormones are encouraged to flow, leaving you feeling calm and in control. We talk about the science behind it, how the body and mind interact.
What is covered in the course?
We explore both the physiological and emotional aspects of birth, introducing practical skills such as touch and breath work and including positions for labour. We consider the power of language, enabling you to create affirmations that are just right for you. We explore the impact of creating a relaxing environment for birth. You will be encouraged to create a birthplan that includes how you want to feel as well as the particular choices you may make. Labour and birth are unpredictable but it is extremely likely that you will feel positive about your birth experience, no matter how or where it happens. So even if the birthplan goes out the window, people who have done my course say they find it easier to accept whatever is happening, looking back on the incredible event and celebrating the arrival of their little one.
Most women book from 26 to 36 weeks. This is the perfect complement to NCT / NHS classes, as it covers areas that are not always included and as a very experienced NCT Teacher who has for many years also taught NHS Hospital antenatal classes I can vouch for that!
The role of the partner
The contribution your partner/birth partner makes is really important, keeping you motivated and encouraged. They will learn how to support you by attending to your feelings and meeeting your practical needs through a greater understanding of the birth process from both an emotional and physiological point of view. The course also addresses their own needs, including any fears and doubts they may have, and is designed to greatly increase their confidence.
Why do a course?
Here is some client feedback:
“I think the emphasis on the birthing partner’s role is very important and allowed my partner to feel more engaged in the journey”
“I am a Doctor and was a bit sceptical about it but now realise that it is a great way to relax and chill out.”
“It was very reassuring to be reminded that our bodies should be trusted to do what we are instinctively designed to do. Sandra was highly knowledgeable and it was very reassuring to hear her previous experiences especially the positive birth stories!
“Sandra is extremely knowledgeable and really brought the techniques to life. This is an excellent workshop and I would highly recommend it”. NT
“Sandra was a calming influence, well-trained and gave us confidence in the process”. NS
“Thankyou for helping me believe I can do it” RW
Finally
Whether you want a natural water birth at home or are open to having an epidural in your local hospital, or indeed are planning a Caesarean birth, what you learn in these sessions will give you the confidence and ability to work with your mind and your body no matter what your birth choices are or how labour develops.
—NEW— Group HYPNOBIRTHING
5 hours, run over 2 sessions of 2.5 hours each or as a whole day Fee – £195.00
New dates:
MARCH: Tuesday 3rd March and Wednesday 11th 6.30 – 9.00
APRIL: Wednesday 8th 6.30 – 9.00 and Wednesday 15th 6.30 – 9.00
MAY: Sunday 17th 10.00 – 4.00 (including lunch-break)
N.B. If these dates don’t work for you I am happy to put on an extra group if there are at least 3 of you interested.
Private HYPNOBIRTHING
You will find this a great complement to any other birth preparation you may be doing or it works as a stand alone course in itself.
8 hours in total, run over 2-3 sessions. Fee – £395.00
You are welcome to come to my home in Wandsworth, SW London but I can also run the course over Zoom.
Private HYPNOBIRTHING REFRESHER
For those who have used hypnobirthing before, either by attending one of my courses or elsewhere, do consider a Refresher.
4 hours in total, run over 2 sessions. Fee – £195.00
The package The fee covers the place for the person giving birth and partners attend for free. Included are handouts, hypnosis tracks and follow-up email support. On booking I send a number of positive birth stories for you to read along with a couple of relaxation tracks, sent by Dropbox. Birth partners have a track just for themselves as well. Ongoing support up to the birth via email is included.
What do I need to do now?
Email me at
We arrange to have a chat over the phone or on Zoom if preferred, so I can answer any questions you may have and if you wish to go ahead we can finalise times and dates. I will send you a booking form and further details. After payment has been received you will receive an email confirmation. You will also receive a pre-course questionnaire for you to fill out and return to me, in complete confidence, to help me meet your needs. I look forward to hearing from you.
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