The revised and updated 4th edition of the original guide by Marie Mongan, founder of the global HypnoBirthing Institute.A tried and tested technique, as well as a philosophy, HypnoBirthing gives you the tools and knowledge to approach labour with confidence. Pioneered by hypnotherapist and birth educator Marie Mongan, HypnoBirthing has gained momentum around the globe as a positive and empowering method of childbirth. HypnoBirthing is about understanding the birthing body - what happens, why and when - and learning how to progress your labour using movement, breath and powerful visualisation techniques to manage pain. Based on decades of practice within The HypnoBirthing Institute, this complete guide will:- Prepare you physically and mentally with exercises and birthing positions- Teach hypnotism and visualisation techniques to manage pain and banish fear- Explain medical jargon so you can understand and work with medical assistance if needed- Lead you through each stage of labour, step by stepGuiding you through the philosophy and techniques of normal, gentle birthing, HypnoBirthing will help you take control of your labour for a positive birth, whether you are having a natural, assisted or caesarean birth.
