Hypnobirthing Courses

Talking Babies offers a complete Hypnobirthing course over 4 evenings for expectant parents. The courses are led by Emily, a qualified and practicing Midwife, and a qualified Hypnobirthing teacher. So, you will be in good hands. Covering Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.

What is Hypnobirthing?

Many are turning to hypnobirthing for support during their labour and birth. You may be surprised to learn that “Hypnobirthing is soundly based on established medical knowledge.” When applied properly, through thorough training many benefits are seen. There is growing body of evidence supporting the use of Hypnobirthing in.

Midwives everywhere are supporting hypnobirthing parents. Because many positive birth stories are now from Hypnobirthing couples. Knowing this it is not surprising to learn that many Midwives, like Emily, have now trained in hypnobirthing.  

In addition, did you know that ‘hypnosis’ has been around for years? In fact, prior to anaesthetics hypnosis was used during operations to help the patient feel comfortable.

The Benefits of Talking Babies Hypnobirthing courses:

• You are likely to experience a more comfortable birth.
• As a result of you being calmer your baby natural intention to bond with you wont be interrupted.
• Supporting your body’s needs increases your chances of having a  shorter birth. 
• Using your skills to stay calm and relaxed reduces the need for drugs and medical intervention.
• Having less intervention means mum will recover quicker.
• Having a supportive birth partner who has attended the same course means they will have learnt fantastic skills to help you.  Their satisfaction of birth will also improve.

Hypnobirthing Course content:

You will gain essential knowledge and skills for your birth. As a result, you will feel able to make the best decisions for you and your baby. Consequently, you will achieve the best, safest birth for you and your baby.

To help you gain a better picture of what to expect here is a short list of skills commonly gained.

• Gain decision making tools
• Birth Partners role, in depth
• Adapt hypnobirthing to suit you
• Understand how your body is designed to give birth 
• How communicate best with your care providers
• Understanding how the mind and body work together
• Breathing exercises
• Deep relaxations
• Visualisations
• Build confidence
• Comforting massage

Additionally, for those with birth anxieties, your Midwife will help you to release fear and help you to instead, focus on trusting your body.

When should I attend?

To get the most from your course book on for when you are in your third trimester (28 weeks +). This way you have plenty of time to practice and you can also enjoy the benefits of hypnobirthing during your pregnancy.

When committing to hypnobirthing it is best to attend a face to face course with your birth partner. Being taught by a qualified Midwife will ensure that you have a realistic insight into what to expect from the hospital and care providers.