I teach the Katharine Graves Hypnobirthing (KGH) Approach; Katharine is founder of the Hypnobirthing Association.
 

KG Hypnobirthing is a complete antenatal training programme which is simple, logical and profound. It makes a difference to birth for you and your baby, is for all women – including those who have previously given birth, and works in a variety of ways. The KG Hypnobirthing approach supports parents to relinquish their fears, assumptions and preconceptions, instead replacing them with confidence. It allows mothers to recognise what is happening in their minds, to develop strategies for easing their own levels of concern and trust their own body.
 

More than just a few techniques to use in labour, parents learn about the routine procedures in hospital and alternative options to inform and empower their decision making. I offer support in selecting the best possible care for Mother and baby. The programme will be different from your expectations. It provides the opportunities to explain the processes of birth and know where to go for further information. It is important to do what is right for you, as every pregnancy and mother is unique.

A KGH programme advocates a variety of elements which, when blended, will assist the birthing experience. It is offering a mode of birth without a cascade of interventions. KGH still works even if all your circumstances are not totally in your favour. It helps to reprogram your brain not to be scared. As a mother your instincts are powerful and right; every Mum should have the opportunity to complete this course, to focus on their positive birth experience and where they want to be.

 

What are the benefits of KG Hypnobirthing?

For Mother:

• You are likely to experience a more comfortable and sometimes pain free birth.

• Length of labour is often much shorter.

• KG Hypnobirthing facilitates a woman to be more naturally connected and train her body to give birth.

• KG Hypnobirthing allows mothers to recognise what is happening in their minds and develop strategies for easing their own levels of concern and trusting their own body.

• Mums often bounce back quicker after birth as the physical impact of giving birth is reduced.

• Communication between Mother and baby is positively enhanced.

 

For Baby:

• Your baby will arrive to a serene and relaxed environment, alert and ready to bond with you as nature intended.

• Less drugs and medical intervention are used in Hypnobirthing births, allowing your baby to develop naturally and easily after they arrive.

• Hypnobirthing babies often feed better and sleep through the night.

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For Partner:

• Your birth partner will learn how to support you and have a central and active role in the birth. A truly shared and loving experience.

• Communication is enhanced between Mother and partner, also between couple and caregivers.

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