Category First Time Mum

Mum smiling and holding newborn baby in her arms with partner by her side

Birth Centre, Birth Companion, First Time Mum, Induction, Meconium

The Hypnobirth of Rahnee – A Positive Induction Story

I was induced at 42 weeks as I had early labour on and off for 4 days beforehand that wouldn't turn into actual labour.
Our birth started on the 14th Feb where I had 2 lots of gels in the afternoon/night. I had intense contractions (aka surges) all night (and got no sleep) but Ven set up our room with nice candles and I just listened to my calming music and hypnobirthing tracks, focusing on my breathing all night and taking the surges one at a time.

Pregnant couple and Kate hypnobirthing practitioner smiling after hypnobirthing class

Birth Centre, C-section, First Time Mum

Judy’s Positive Hypnobirth

We couldn't have done it without this course and it not only prepared me mentally, but also my support people and completely changed our mindset about birthing.

Pregnant mum labouring in birth pool at birth centre with birth partners comforting her

Birth Centre, Birth Companion, First Time Mum, Natural Birth, No Pain Relief, Water Birth

The extra 45mins that gave Kristy the birth she wanted

I had been having on and off mild surges for a few days, so when I woke just before 6 in the morning with a different feeling surge and instinctively knowing it was the start of my labor. I hadn’t had the best sleep the night before with such tightness, so I knew I needed to go back to bed, get some rest for the day ahead of me.

Accidental Home Birth, Birth Centre, Birth Companion, First Time Mum, Natural Birth, No Pain Relief

Sam’s Unplanned Home Birth

So many people have asked as we had an unplanned home birth how it all happened, so I thought rather then repeat the story I’d share a brief version for everyone to have a little insight into the best day of our lives.

Leading into Evie’s birth I wanted to be as prepared and organised as I could be to give this baby the best shot at a natural drug-free birth and also to make me feel empowered and strong on the day of her arrival. I did a bit of research and came across hypnobirthing and it sounded like something I’d like to try.

Newborn baby laying on mum's chest in hospital after birth

Birth Companion, First Time Mum, Natural Birth, No Pain Relief

Lara’s Calm, Positive, Drug-Free Hypnobirth

How many women tell you that they had an amazing birth? We’re overwhelmed with horror stories the moment you announce your pregnancy to the world, and it’s no wonder women are turning to birthing methods that help minimise the pain of labour. When you’re continually told that it is the hardest thing