Something that I come across a lot in my job, is skepticism or confusion about the hypnosis part of HypnoBirthing. And yes, this is generally from partners, Dads-to-be in most cases. The rest of this article is for them! I call it – What the HECK is HypnoBirthing!! So the mother of your unborn baby has told you she would like to practice HypnoBirthing for pregnancy and birth. You respond, “What the heck is that?” I know, I know. The name is a little bizarre. And if you happen to be like most people, perhaps your only experience of hypnosis is seeing people on a stage seemingly embarrassing t ..read more

The sixth pillar of HypnoBirthing is what our in-person classes are all about. Today I’ll discuss Education, the biggest component of the program. I’ll also talk about how the knowledge we provide you and your birth companion can positively change your birthing experience. The birthing body is so AMAZING. And the more you learn, the more, too, you will be amazed. Nature has choreographed the most perfect dance. Birth has been finely tuned down to the smallest detail between mother and baby. Women are powerful. More women need to understand the power they hold. For example, think for a moment ..read more

Let’s talk about one of the simple but effective pillars of HypnoBirthing. Today we are looking at Visualizations and how this very simple technique can change the outcome of an experience. But first, download your ! Put this somewhere in your home where you can see it frequently and spend a few minutes each day visualizing it in relaxation focused. This visualization can help reduce the likelihood of a posterior or breech baby, because of the messages your mind is sending your body! Visualizations are an effective tool for improve personal performance. I know, it may sound a bit ‘out there ..read more

One of the most well-known pillars of the HypnoBirthing course is in its name… HYPNOSIS. Today we will break down some of the myths surrounding hypnosis. Many folks my wonder if Hypnosis is a little too weird, scary, or ‘out there’ to use to prepare for their birth. Quite the opposite! It is a natural state that everyone drifts in and out of throughout each day, often at random. What I will teach you is how to bring yourself into this state when it is beneficial for you. In fact, it is the best and most effective technique in HypnoBirthing. Rest assured that during your time in hypnosis, YOU ..read more

The third pillar of HypnoBirthing is breathing. And today we are going to delve deeper into the Breath and how essential it is in influencing the birthing experience. The premise behind utilizing specific breathing techniques during birth is that it can help you to maximize the amount of oxygen that is available to you and your baby. This is so essential because increased maternal oxygenation has been linked to reduced risk of fetal distress, less interventions and decreased likelihood of a surgical birth. When you are scared, tense, or worried, have you ever noticed how your breathing begins ..read more

Affirmations are another one of the six pillars of HypnoBirthing. Today we are going to examine Affirmations and how you can make them work for you. Have you gotten your next free gift yet? Go to our Google Drive to download Affirmations for a Gentle Birth MP3 and dive into the magic of Affirmations now! The Law of Attraction is something that most people have heard of. The cores of this theory is that like attracts like, and that what you focus on is what you get whether you focus on the positive or on the negative. Sure, it sounds simple, yet for most, the Law of Attraction doesn’t seem to ..read more

The complete Mongan Method HypnoBirthing course is built around the six pillars of HypnoBirthing.Today’s post is going to look at the first pillar, Relaxation, and why it’s so important But first, if you haven’t already, please Download Your Free Gift, our Hypnosis for Comfort in Pregnancy MP3. Pregnancy is a special time in one’s life. As you grow your new baby, you begin to make changes to your health and habits in order to give your baby the opportunity of optimal health and wellness. For some mothers this may include changing their diet to include a variety of whole, fresh foods and a ..read more

Let’s talk about returning power to birthing mothers in a culture and a system that routinely views them as an object of birth. There is a birthing video I show in the second unit of my HypnoBirthing classes when we discuss choosing a birthing environment and birth provider. Let me set the scene for you. This birth takes place in a hospital setting and the birth is progressing quickly, with the mother feeling the baby descend for birth before her doctor has even made it to the hospital. Now this in and of itself is not a problem. Usually births that precede in this fashion are straight-forwar ..read more

During pregnancy, mamas-to-be work hard to find ways to keep themselves healthy and their bodies functioning optimally to support their growing babies.Along the way, some may encounter a few of the common complaints of pregnancy and wonder how to ease these discomforts. In this post, we will discuss prenatal chiropractic care, how I used it during my pregnancy, and how it can support women as they grow their babies. Chiropractic care is safe and beneficial during each stage of pregnancy. It operates under a wellness model of care. The premise is that when the nervous system is unimpeded, it p ..read more

What makes a great birth?Sticking to your birth plan to the letter? Avoiding all interventions? Being free of pain? The answers can be as varied as the moms and dads you ask. After the birth of my first son, I was most definitely on a birth high. When my loved ones, friends, and doula asked me how I was doing, I remember that I couldn't help but go on and on about how empowered I felt. EMPOWERED. It seems that was the only word that could describe what I was feeling. But how could this be? My birthing wasn't "perfect." In fact it was quite challenging at times due to a special circumstance ..read more