May 2013 Moms
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Hypnobirthing
Did anyone have a successful hypnobirth or is anyone trying it?
I personally don't want any meds unless I know [at the time] I can not tolerate the pain at all... so I was doing some research and came across this method. It seems like you have to have a lot of mind control and focus but seems do-able.
what are your thoughts?
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Re: Hypnobirthing
I had a successful natural delivery using Hypnobabies. Even though I was in labor for well over 24 hours (and dilated to a 10 when I arrived at the hospital), and had to push for 4-5 hours because baby was not in an ideal position, I had a good experience and was able to deliver naturally. For much of it, I did not consider myself to be in all that much discomfort and I know that I owe much of that to Hypnobabies. (Incidentally, I think doing a natural delivery also really helped me to deliver without interventions because I was able to really push with all my might and to try all kinds of different birthing positions to get the baby out.) I think much of the benefit to the Hypnobabies program is positive thinking and helping you to stay calm and relaxed. While I was pushing, I stayed calm and focused and I even fell asleep once between pushes! I think staying relaxed (while determined to get baby out!) made a huge impact on my delivery.
That said, if you are delivering this month, it might be a little late to use the full program. I suggest using whatever parts you can, though! Good luck and congratulations!