Classes/Syllabus

Classes are arranged into a total of five 2 1/2 hour classes for groups or four 3 hour classes for private individuals. If you are very near your time of birthing, please let me know and special arrangements can be made. It's recommended that classes are scheduled around the sixth month of pregnancy. This allows for plenty of time to practice before the special day arrives! Please e-mail or phone (803-318-7040) to reserve a space for group or private classes. Group classes are limited to a maximum of five couples.

The goal of these classes is to give you the tools needed to have the birth that you desire.

HypnoBirthing® Class Outline:

Class One ~ Building A Positive Expectancy

Introduction to HypnoBirthing® Learn Why Comfortable Birth is Possible How the Uterus Works How Fear Affects Labor Hypnosis and Deep Relaxation/Creating Positive Birth Outcomes

Class Two ~ Falling in Love with Your Baby/Preparing Mind & Body

Pre-birth Parenting Techniques Relaxation and Visualization for Birthing Rapid and Instant Relaxation Techniques Breathing Techniques for Labor and Birthing

Class Three ~ Getting Ready to Welcome your Baby

Looking at Your Estimated Due Date Making Hospital, Home or Birthing Center Plans Preparing the Body for Birthing Light Touch Birthing Massage Create Your Birth Preferences Sheet When Baby is Ready, Avoiding Artificial Induction of Labor Your Body Working for You And with You Releasing Negative Emotions, Fears and Limiting Thoughts

Class Four ~ Overview of Childbirth, A Labor of Love

Onset of Labor, Thinning and Opening Phase Arriving At The Hospital As Labor Moves Along Birth Companion's Role If Labor Rests or Slows, Preparing for Special Circumstances Positions for Labor and Birthing Protecting the Natural Birthing Experience As Birthing Advances, Nearing Completion Birth Rehearsal Imagery

Class Five ~ Birthing: Breathing Love, Bringing Life

Birth Explained Simply Breathing Baby Down Family Bonding Forest Fantasy or River Metaphor Aftercare

All couples receive a HypnoBirthing Book, CD, and other tools to go along with what they learn in class.