In hypnobirthing vocabulary babies are not delivered but “birthed” through the “birthing process,” not “labor.” And moms “breathe down” their babies, instead of pushing them out. Hypnobirthing therapists teach women how to selfhypnotize and use very slow breathing methods that coincide with the body’s natural “surges,” otherwise known as contractions.

Hypnobirthing focuses on many of the hypnotherapy techniques to relieve fear. It uses selfhypnosis, guided imagery and special breathing techniques. Result: a shorter, easier, and more joyful birthing, free of harmful drugs for you and your baby.

The method has been developed from the work of the British obstetrician, Grantly DickRead, the pioneer of natural childbirth.