SESSION 1

In this session you'll learn the science behind Hypnobirthing and learn why fear and anxiety cause pain. You´ll begin to practise the breathing techniques. 

We'll talk about:

• The physiology of childbirth

• How the muscles of the uterus work

• The role of hormones during labour 

• The Fear-Tension-Pain cycle

• Where fear comes from in childbirth

• The power of the mind

• The power of language

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Practice

• Affirmations

• The Rainbow Relaxation

• The three types of breathing

SESSION 2

In this session we'll practise all the Hypnobirthing techniques. Your partner will understand better their role in the birth and will practise some techniques specifically for them to use. 

We'll talk about:

• How to enter a state of deep relaxation

• How to use visualisations

• The role of the partner during labour

• Anchors and how to use them

• The birth plan

Practice

• Deepening techniques

• Releasing emotions and fears

• Visualisations

• Light touch massage

• Techniques for the partner
   

SESSION 3

In this section we'll explore the birth process in detail, looking at how to incorporate the Hypnobirthing tools. We'll also look at the birth plan and the possible situations that may arise. 

We'll talk about:

• How labour begins

• When to go to hospital

• Communication within the couple

• Positions for birthing

• Breathing the baby down without forced pushing

• The first weeks

Practice

• Revision of all the techniques

• Birth Imagery Relaxation

• Visualisation for a slow labour