HypnoBirthing®

Affiliated to the HypnoBirthing Institute

The Mongan Method
“taking the birthing world by calm”

Why choose HypnoBirthing®?

Because you care very much about your baby, you are considering carefully how you want to birth this special person who will transform your life. Your baby’s arrival into the world will be unique, and cannot be repeated, so you want to make it the best possible. Not only do you want to make your birthing safer, easier and more comfortable for yourself, but also for your precious baby. You probably know that birth is a momentous event which can influence a baby’s start in life – many HypnoBirthing® mums report calm, contented babies after a peaceful birth where they worked in harmony with their bodies. What better beginning could there be?

HypnoBirthing® sees birth as a natural event, not a medical emergency - 95% of all births are low-risk. And if you do encounter special circumstances, you can be sure that your HypnoBirthing® preparation will help you feel calm and in control.

What will I learn in HypnoBirthing®?

Your HypnoBirthing® classes can be in very small groups or individualised to suit your needs. Generally held over five sessions, you will have twelve and a half hours of guided preparation for your birth, which will include;

• Breathing and relaxation techniques
• Visualisation and deepening techniques
• Massage to prepare your body for birth
• Affirmations to anticipate a comfortable, easier birth
• Bonding with your baby- before and after birth
• How to get your body’s systems working for you
• Expressing your preferences for the birth you want
• Helping your baby into the best position for birth
• Initiating and progressing labour naturally
• Positions for birthing
• Settling into life with your new baby

You will be given the HypnoBirthing® handbook and relaxation CDs, accompanied by many practical handouts, so that you can practise for your very special day. I will provide e-mail or telephone support for you – and lots of care as you prepare to meet your baby.

What will HypnoBirthing® give me that an epidural can’t?

HypnoBirthing® embraces the philosophy that a woman’s body is designed naturally for birthing, especially when she uses the power of her mind to release the fears and tensions which might cause her to experience pain. In the 1920s Dr Grantly Dick-Read was astonished to see that mothers who were quietly confident that their bodies were equipped to deal with this natural process, gave birth easily, without fuss or fear.

Calm, Confidence and Compassion

Marie Mongan took this a step further in 1989 when she launched her holistic HypnoBirthing® programme. Marie identified that the body is flooded in labour with very powerful natural relaxants called endorphins, if a mother does not become tense. Her labour is tranquil and her birth unimpeded as she trusts her own ability to birth her baby. She may be helped by her birthing partner, who also understands how her relaxation may be deepened by using simple hypnotic techniques they have learned and practised together.

Many midwives are impressed by the power of HypnoBirthing® to shorten labours, reduce the need for medical interventions and provide a wonderful birthing experience for mum, dad and baby. Just as importantly, we know now that a gentle, calm entry into the world can shape your baby’s life positively, and is a priceless gift to bestow upon your child.

Make sure you claim the government Health in Pregnancy grant of £190 to use for your HypnoBirthing® programme!

Costs per couple:

For 2-3 couples over five sessions : £295
For individual couples, by arrangement : £375

This cost includes your HypnoBirthing® handbook, relaxation CDs, and all handouts. Refreshments will be provided. Sessions will take place on my premises, unless you would like to prepare for your HypnoBirth in your own home.