GentleBirth HypnoBirthing:

Starting on Saturday at 12.45pm for registration, finishing at 6pm, Sunday 9am to 4pm The only birth preparation class of it’s kind in Ireland for couples who are planning a natural birth Doula Ireland brings you our *GentleBirth* relaxation for pregnancy and labour) and active birthing principles enabling couples to have empowered, confident birth experiences with or without medical intervention at home or at the hospital. Choosing a Gentlebirth workshop is a positive step towards achieving a safe, empowering and confident birth experience. In this exciting 2 day interactive workshop you and your partner will learn the following: weekend workshops combining birth hypnosis (deep)

  • Physiology of labour and birthFear Vs Relaxation in Labour – keeping adrenaline at bay
  • Breath awareness during pregnancy and labour
  • Comfort measures for labour and birth (what you and your partner can do at each stage)
  • Self hypnosis for labour including techniques for mums and partners
  • Use of the birth ball and other tools in labour (including waterbirth)
  • Bonding with your baby before birth
  • Routine procedures in Irish hospitals and how to avoid unnecessary interventions
  • Being a confident birth partner
  • Creating an effective birth plan
  • Informed decision making
  • Birth positions
  • Breastfeeding and easy recovery

You also receive Gentlebirth guide, 3 practice CDs and handouts. During the workshop you’ll meet other couples with similar beliefs on childbirth and learn in a supportive relaxed environment.

For more information and booking contact Tracy at 0870572500 or go to http://www.DoulaIreland.com