Group Course
Group courses are held regularly in Bushey
(near Watford) in Hertfordshire. The
duration of the course is one day.
Price: £199
The group package includes:
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A full day of hypnobirthing tuition
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In-course hypnosis sessions
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An immersive optimal birth environment experience
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Two hypnobirthing tracks to listen to during pregnancy and birth (recorded by Chloe, whose voice will be familiar to you)
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Course materials
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A Birth Partner Information Pack
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A set of BirthMind positive birth affirmation cards
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Ongoing support by email and phone up to the birth
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10% off related services, including Hello Baby antenatal classes and private midwifery care with The Bushey Midwife
If you know up to four additional couples who are interested in hypnobirthing, I can run a group course in one of your homes (there must be enough space for everyone to be comfortable!).
What is covered?
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The physiology of birth - how the uterus works
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The psychology of birth and role of birth hormones
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Understanding our fears about birth
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Using hypnosis to change our beliefs and create a more positive view of birth
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Relaxation - why it's so important
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Birth environment and how to create yours
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The 'golden hour' after your baby is born, bonding with your baby, the emotions you may experience
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Birth preferences/plans
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Birth partner's role
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Getting labour started, medical induction
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Informed choice and consent
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Labour and birth positions
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Optimal foetal positioning (OFP)
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Breathing techniques
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Re-framing the idea of 'pain'
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Comfort measures including massage and water
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Creating a positive mindset - birth affirmations and self-hypnosis practice
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Releasing fears and negative thoughts about birth
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The chance to ask questions