“All I can say is wow.
Hypnobirthing rocks!
I had an induced labour (waters being broken and then an artificial drip) and for 12 hours it was marvellous. No need for pain killers (and I wasn’t being heroic). My dad was my birth partner and our Hypnobirthing practice together made us the perfect team. I totally zoned out, and felt very empowered and happy.
The most important thing for me was not knowing how much I was dilated.
This was proven at 11 hours when the doctor (who completely supported Hynoborthing as his wife had carried it out) had to tell me that I was still only 4 cm dilated and they were concerned for the baby’s health.
Eventually I had an unplanned c-section, and although a few tears when I found out it was still perfect.
As soon as I accepted that a c-section was our new plan and it was best for my daughter, dad and I went into hynobirthing again and did breathing and calm positive thoughts.
It was totally perfect and I am awe of its power.”