Hypnobirth...???

lmboyd3 · January 2016

Hi Ladies!

This is my third baby. I'm considering using hypnobirthing for this one, since I'd like to go all natural. I had an epidural with my first and went natural with my second, but I do want to try to make it easier. That second birth was a doozy. It lasted way longer than my first!
My questing is this: had anyone out there used it? Is anyone considering using it? I'm going to order the book and cd set (i don't want to pay for those classes!!!).

Any thoughts?
Thanks!!!!

evalynn24 · January 2016

I would definitely scour YouTube. I've found a lot of info on there and birth stories of women who have tried it.

Sienna516 · January 2016

I definitely would like to do it because I get really panicky fast, so I think it would help me be calmer going into it. However, my husband thinks its a bunch of hooey and doesn't want anything to do with that, so I don't know how well it will work without him supporting me with it.

TheThornBird · January 2016

I've been doing a ton of Internet research on it and plan on using it. Reviews seem mixed, some rave about how great it is and some say it didn't work at all. But most of the negative reviews say that while all the hypno stuff flew out the window once labor actually started, they were still glad they had done the course.
Also, from what I've read, most people recommend hypnobabies instead of hypno birthing. Hypnobabies is more in-depth, and utilizes more actual hypnosis. They have an online course on their website; it's still a
little expensive (I think $150ish), but way cheaper than the classes, which run about $400 and are hard to find anyway.

kbrands7 · January 2016

I prepared for an unmedicated birth with my first with the Hypnobirthing book. I didn't get to use it all through labor, because DS was breech so after 6hrs he was delivered by csection, but the techniques did really help me to feel more calm through contractions and to manage pain (both contractions, recovery, and random things since). If you're able to get yourself into a highly-focused "flow" pretty easily, then this is a good option for you. The way the book is laid out, it breaks down exactly what the body does during labor and what sensations you can expect to feel. It then gives multiple exercises for each point/each goal throughout labor. You try and practice them all and create your own toolbox of techniques based on which ones work best for you. There are classes too, but I can't comment on their effectiveness because I didn't take them.

araecasey · January 2016

I used Hypnobabies and labored for 2 days. I was comfortable (not "pain free," but comfortable) for most of my baby's birth. I was laughing and joking and felt like myself even thru transition until we had a complication when I was 9 cm. I agree Hypnobabies is a very well rounded birth class that focuses both on teaching self hypnosis and on the medical side of birth. Their philosophy is to prepare you to make informed consent to prepare you mentally for whatever happens during your birth. I went in completely skeptical, and honestly left skeptical, but dd's birth showed me how powerful birth hypnosis is! I'll be using Hypnobabies again for this birth.

codeeye · January 2016

I am planning on making an attempt. My brother is a yoga instructor and he told me about a woman in one of his classes that swore by it. Hoping to get the cd and book soon to start "practicing"

kami09 · January 2016

Man. Now I'm debating on whether I should buy the home study or read a Hypnobirthing book...

I know DH wouldn't want me spending the $ because we already tried Bradley last time.Hmm.

kami09 · January 2016

hypno1528 is a promo you can use to get 15% off Hypnobabies purchase

araecasey · January 2016

@kami09 Homestudy!! It gives way more details about techniques you can use during your baby's birth. So much more info, and it's worth it. Plus it comes with the hypnosis CDs for your daily practice.

araecasey · January 2016

I wish you gals were in KC, we could take Hypnobabies together. I'm dying for a friend in my class this time!

jenashawn · January 2016

@araecasey where in KC are there hypnobabies classes?

kami09 · January 2016

araecasey said:
I wish you gals were in KC, we could take Hypnobabies together. I'm dying for a friend in my class this time!

I got it! Lol...now, how important is the dad's role with hypnobabies? Cuz obviously Bradley is very partner centered and I feel bad saying this but he really dropped the ball with my last labor.

araecasey · January 2016

@jenbkc Are you a KC momma??? Lauren Letterman is the only HB instructor in our area, next class series starts Feb 7th at her studio in Brookside. Here's her class info https://hypnobabieskc.com/

Edited for spelling

araecasey · January 2016

@kami09 HB is pretty partner oriented, but it's not crucial. I'm not inviting hubby to class with me this time lol. He never did his Hypnobabies homework last time and then I hate to say it, but he was a detriment after a certain point in my daughter's birth. I was really counting on him to be my advocate if anything happened, but when we had a complication he let fear get the best of him. HB encourages you to invite a trusted friend or family member or a doula into your birth space if you're comfortable with that. I have a doula, but I'm planning on using my hypnosis independently of anyone else's help.

kami09 · January 2016

@araecasey I've thought about a doula too. DH was great at advocating for me...just wasn't really helping with much else. The amt of naps he took and all that irked me so badly lol

araecasey · January 2016

Mine was very on board with going to my classes with me. The sixth class in the HB series is really the only time I felt I *needed* someone there with me because you do a birth rehearsal, where you practice not only your self hypnosis but different positions (some of which are slow dancing with your birth partner). And I just don't like the idea of practicing birth all by myself. The rest of the class series is very info intensive directed mostly towards the birth mother.

araecasey · January 2016

I should specify my *doula* was very on board with going to classes with me.

Sharra13 · January 2016

Both my sister and one of my really good friends (who don't know each other) tried using that method when they had their first children this past summer. Both of them were really into it and couldn't stop talking about how awesome it was...until they actually had to use it, lol. Both of them threw it out the window at some point during labor and ended up with epidurals anyway.

Personally, I just plan on going into the hospital with an open mind. If I can get through it naturally, great. If the pain is really bad, I am all for epidurals. If I have to have a C Section, it won't be the end of the world. I don't want to get all tied up to a specific "birth plan" and then be disappointed if it doesn't work out perfectly.

jenashawn · January 2016

@araecasey yes I am a KC momma too! I'm actually already signed up for two different birth classes though... the ones through SM Hospital, and then a separate one taught at my yoga studio. I doubt I could swing the hypnobabies one too... but it sounds interesting.

kami09 · January 2016

@araecasey one more question: When do they suggest starting the home course (or in person classes)? I know with Bradley, we waited until maybe 24ish weeks to start.

araecasey · January 2016

jenbkc said:

@araecasey yes I am a KC momma too! I'm actually already signed up for two different birth classes though... the ones through SM Hospital, and then a separate one taught at my yoga studio. I doubt I could swing the hypnobabies one too... but it sounds interesting.

Have we connected on the KC board? Just a heads up, SMMC will say they're unmedicated birth friendly, but their epidural and c section rates are pretty high. It's a beautiful facility, but their care providers know little about unmedicated birthing and how to support breastfeeding (with the exception of their lactation consultants!).

araecasey · January 2016

@kami09 The website says to take it anytime, but my instructor recommends starting sometime in second trimester. That way you're past first tri when miscarriage is a bigger risk, but not so close to your birth that you're rushed in your practice. I'll start at 26 weeks.

jenashawn · January 2016

@araecasey I've peeked at the KC board, but there never seems to be much going on over there. I've heard that about SMMC. I'm confident in my provider though (with many recommendations from friends), and have hired a doula as well. So I'm crossing my fingers I'll get the birth that I want.

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