Hypnobirthing and Cesarean birth?

This is SO important. Let’s clarify, we aren’t using hypnobirthing techniques just for the preparation of what is considered ‘a natural birth’ as we cannot fully prepare for our birth outcome. We are taking all of the tools and skills learnt as they will benefit any circumstance and will help you to create a positive experience. I work with a lot of couples who are preparing for a cesarean and or just want to be calm and relaxed no matter how they birth. I concentrate on explaining your rights as parents and helping you to understand your choices with where you decide to give birth and how you wish your birth to be.

Practising hypnobirthing does not mean unexpected things won’t happen. A birth free from medical interventions or complications can never be guaranteed. However, learning to relax and stay calm will absolutely help you feel more in control during labour if things don’t go to plan and having a clear understanding of the physiological women’s body will also assist.

There are many ways you can plan for either an expected cesarean, perhaps due to a breech baby or it being your decision or we can plan for an unexpected cesarean, so you have your wishes clearly stated. It is about parents being informed and confident to explain their wishes to their care team. In some cases your wishes will not be possible due to a medical or health reason, this should be explained to you and your birth partner either when you are planning or on the day you are birthing your baby.

You can look into parent led cesarean birth with me and we can discuss planning privately for birthing by cesarean here.