Breathing and more breathing

What is all the importance placed on breathing when you have your baby? Surely everyone knows how to breathe? You may be surprised at how many of us do not know the best way to breathe and often need reminding to breathe during important events. And that's just day to day. During pregnancy and labour, breathing takes on extra importance.

The Hypnobirthing programme teaches special breathing for each different stage of labour. How well you practise your breathing has a direct result in how well you manage your labour.

Oxygen is the most important fuel for the working muscles in the uterus. Your baby also needs a constant suppy of oxygen. That is why learning the proper breathing techniques is so important.
Breathing is also an integral part of relaxation, and relaxation is the key for a happy, comfortable birth.

How do you create a calm, comfortable birth?

The best way the create a calm and comfortable birth is to prepare for it. Sounds obvious doesn't it? Yet so many people just assume that birth will just happen and that we have no control over it.

We think we are preparing for the birth of our babies because we get the room ready, have our bag packed and for some, even take a yoga class. This is all good yet we haven't given any thought to how we Want the birth to unfold.

Like any good coaching programme, The Hypnobirthing method asks parents to set a goal and create a powerful positive image of how the birth of their baby will proceed. You may have noticed how successful athletes will focus on imagining their perfect performance just befor an event. This can also apply to the birth of your baby.

So the best way to prepare for the successful birth of your baby is to learn how to focus your attention on your desired outcome. The easy, comfortable birth of your baby.

Mothers should experience Pain in Childbirth

According to the Mail online, Dr. Denis Walsh, a Professor of Midwifery in the UK, claims just that.
In his opinion, mothers should put up with the pain of childbirth because anesthetic drugs undermine the mothers bond with her baby. He goes on to say that the 'agony' of labour should be a rite of passage for a woman.

This has got women all over the world up in arms, and rightly so. There is no reason that I know of to assume that pain and trauma are necessary, or desirable in the birth of a baby.

Personally, I agree that in some cases, anesthetic drugs and Cesarean sections are too quickly chosen. The result of these interventions can have a detrimental effect.

What many women don't realise is that there is another option. Instead of struggling through a natural delivery with pain and anxiety, you can learn techniques to have a safe and comfortable birth without the need for drugs or any intervention at all. A calm, relaxed Hypnobirth.

Natural Birth Class starts in Wellington

Last Saturday saw the start of another Hypnobirthing class in Wellington.
I love introducing Mums and Dads to the philosophy of Hypnobirthing and how to enjoy a more comfortable birthing experience.
Over the next few weeks my class will experience deep relaxation and special breathing techniques
that will assist them to have a calm and joyful birth.

Don't worry if you have missed this class. I have more classes scheduled throughout the year.
If you would like to know more, please contact me - info@hypnobirthingwellington.co.nz .