Although course material and the tools taught differ between programs, independent childbirth education programs share the same goal. For you and your support person to have a positive and empowering birth experience. Research shows that by attending a childbirth education course that focuses on relaxation techniques, breathing, active birthing (movement and positions), meditation, massage, acupressure and tuition for both mother and birth partner, there is a 44% reduction in caesarean sections and a 65% reduction in epidural use (Levett et. al, 2016).
The Hypnobirthing Australia™ program certainly tick all those boxes and the classes actually cover so much more!
But what sets the Hypnobirthing Australia™ program from the rest?
I had the choice in which independent childbirth education course I wanted to teach and represent. I did my research, and I found the Hypnobirthing Australia™ program to be clear, concise and up to date. The program is relevant to Australian mothers,as it is designed to cater to women birthing in the Australian maternity system. This is evident, as during the course mothers and their support partners watch Australian hypnobirthing videos and listen to Australian accented tracks,helping them to support, create and maintain their positive mindset for childbirth.
During pregnancy, labour and birth Hypnobirthing Australia™ mothers and their support partners are aware that‘special circumstances’ may arise. They are prepared to calmly meet whatever turn their birth may take, and know that the tools taught can be used if she has a normal, instrumental or caesarean section birth. In addition, when hypnobirthing the mother can choose to have no pain relief or an epidural. The same tools apply for every circumstance. The program is inclusive to all needs and the classes are found to be very down-to-earth!
Furthermore, the Hypnobirthing Australia™ program uses tools to condition the mind to release endorphins to a thought. It is important to release endorphins during birth as they are natures natural pain reliever- 20 to 40 times more powerful than morphine. The program also incorporates the use of self-hypnosis,which helps mothers and their birth partners to release any fears that may be holding them back from the calm and relaxed birth they are working towards. This can be anything from a fear of a medical procedure to the fear of financial constraints.
Lastly, the Hypnobirthing Australia™ program draws on birthing wisdom from throughout the ages and experts worldwide. The course is not taught from one individual’s perspective and is based on up to date evidenced- based practice.
If you and your birth partner decide to enroll onto a Hypnobirthing Australia™ course then you will find the classes to be down-to-earth, flexible, adaptive and geared towards your own needs. After all there must be a reason why the Hypnobirthing Australia™ program is the fastest growing childbirth education course in Australia!
If you would like to discuss your class options or have any further questions,then please give me a call on 0412353495, email me at jemma@southeasthypnobirthing.com.au Or to book your Hypnobirthing Australia™ classes go to www.southeasthypnobirthing.com.au/classes/
I look forward to teaching you this positive and empowering way of birthing.
Jemma
Director South East Hypnobirthing
Registered Midwife
Hypnobirthing Australia™ Practitioner
Hypnobirthing Mother