HypnoBirthing Wolverhampton Hypnotherapist Lynne Hancher

I qualified with the Institute of Hypnobirthing in 2005 and was registered with them until a few months ago when I made a decision to put together a package of my own and so Tranquil Birth Method evolved.

Having worked with many couples throughout this time and had many successes with the hypnobirthing philosophy, I personally felt that there was more that could be offered to the mother to support her throughout her pregnancy and the first months of motherhood, physically , mentally and emotionally. By using other therapies it is possible to work at many different levels :-

the first level allows you to work with your body, using different therapies to detoxify and get your body into optimum level ready for the birth, looking at diet, exercise etc., and again after the birth to stay fit and healthy;
the second level looking at the mental attitude towards the birth and motherhood, learning techniques that will help you with the birth, involving your partner (who so often feels left out ) to help with the birth, giving you the mental strength and confidence to take control of the birthing process and feel relaxed to make it a natural birth;
and finally the third level which works on the emotions; learning to bond with your baby in the womb and again after the birth; giving you the confidence to enjoy motherhood. Here therapies such as baby massage can be learned to bring about this family bonding.

Hypnosis has been used for decades in childbirth. In fact, before I qualified in hypnobirthing, I used hypnosis several times with pregnant moms to keep them confident and relaxed throughout pregnancy and the birth.

The philosophy of hypnobirthing explained.

Hypnobirthing is fairly new in the UK and is a philosophy rather than a technique. Its concept is not new but rather a “rebirth” of the philosophy of birthing as it existed thousands of years ago and it was recaptured in the work of Dr Grantley Dick-Read, an English obstetrician, who first forwarded the concept of natural birthing in the 1920s. It is a process of calming, educational and relaxing techniques that eliminate the use of fears associated with labour. As well as promoting the special bond between a baby and its parents, it cannot only shorten the first stage of labour but in many cases can also eliminate the need for chemical painkillers.

So hypnobirthing/natural birthing/tranquil birth or whatever you wish to call it can offer several advantages :-

a natural, virtually painfree birth
a calm, peaceful birthing environment
a safer birthing for mother and baby
good natured babies who are better sleepers and eaters
a shorter, more comfortable labour
elimination of fear and tension before, during and after the birth
reduction of fatigue
a quicker recovery

Tranquil Birth Method

The Tranquil Birth Method builds on visualisation and hypnosis to keep you relaxed and in control throughout your pregnancy, birthing and motherhood. This allows you to let go of any fears and tensions and by keeping the body in this deep relaxation at all times, severe pain does not have to be an accompaniment to labour. We know that the body’s natural anaesthesia (endorphins) replaces the stress hormones that constrict and cause the pain. There are no side effects. Clients remain in control at all times, and we are just reverting to birth in its natural form.

What does it entail?

One of my reasons for looking at a new way to deliver natural birthing was because of today’s rat race, all too often it was difficult for the father to attend classes and one-to-one sessions became more convenient. This often proved expensive for many couples, who liked the concept but who were thinking of additional costs involved with a new baby/etc etc. I also felt that there was a need to tailor the programme to the individual couple and their lifestyle and expectations rather than offer an off-the-shelf package.

Linking all the therapies/treatments that I can offer means that I can start working with the mother early on in the pregnancy, preparing her body for the birth, allowing her to choose what she needs for that particular treatment.

A treatment plan will be set up, allowing a regular appointment time and the various options discussed.

Therapies that can be used :

Reiki : to help relaxation and reduce stress levels
Reflexology : to balance the body, to rid body of toxins and to alleviate any stress
Pregnancy Massage : to get rid of general aches and pains
EFT : a self help technique to help throughout pregnancy, labour, motherhood to get rid of any fears, negative feelings etc
Hypnosis : to allow the mother to relax at any time, to get rid of any negative fears, feelings etc
Spinal Touch : to help with postural problems
Exercise : gentle exercises that can be done to help stay fit

A convenient date will be arranged to work on a one-to-one basis with both parents so that “dad” can learn to take control of the birth, allowing “mom” to just lie back and relax through it all. This session is usually carried out in the couple’s own home, if possible, as this allows for better relaxation and allows couples to ask questions without any embarrassment; how often have you attended classes where you’re not quite sure of something but think you will look ‘daft’ if you ask a question - so you stay quiet? Often everyone else probably wants to ask the same question!

This session will be tailored to suit your requirements but can include such things as :

All you need to know to achieve a safe, comfortable birth
Techniques to eliminate fears, tension and pain
To understand the body’s own natural epidural
Natural ways to bring you body into labour without chemical induction
How you and your birthing partner can create a wonderful, calm birthing environment
Gentle techniques to allow you to gently bring the baby into the world without all that physical pushing
To create the birth of your baby that mirrors the way that nature intended
To create an atmosphere that includes three important people : mom, dad and baby…. all working together on this special day

If at the end of this session, mom and dad feel they need a further session, or need to revise some of the techniques, additional sessions can be set up on an hourly basis at my practice.

After the Birth

Sessions can continue with the new Mom, using some or all of the therapies, to maintain health and fitness, to get rid of any fears/negative feelings, to boost confidence, to learn baby massage etc. From experience I know that after those first few weeks, when everyone has gone back to work, when baby starts to teethe, often the new mom’s confidence often slips and some TLC is required for her! So why not be pampered for an hour or take an hour on the beach with some hypnosis !

These sessions will be tailored to the individual needs. For example, sometimes both parents want to learn baby massage to increase the bonding with their baby. Mom (or dad) just needs an hour’s pampering to help relaxation.

How much does it cost?

Individual Sessions with Mother, Based at practice, 50-60 mins, £ 50
One-to-one session with both parents, in own home, 2 hours, £100 plus travelling exps if over 25 miles
Additional sessions with parents, at practice, 50-60 mins, £50

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Please feel free to e mail me with any questions or if you would like a free half-hour consultation with me to discuss a Tranquil Birth Plan, e mail me to book an appointment or call my secretary on 01785 665794.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a list of some typical questions I'm frequently asked. Hopefully anything you might want to know is covered somewhere on this page. If it isn't, don't hesitate to contact me.

It sounds too good to be true. Does it really work?
Yes. The results of this technique speak for themselve.

Does it hurt?
With proper application of the techniques, pain really can be eliminated, or at the very least reduced to more tolerable levels.

Is it safe?
Yes, completely. The techniques used in Hypnobirthing are safe, simple and easy to use.

Patients Comments

Hypnobirthing gave me a most priceless gift - a childbirth experience that was free of fear.

Nothing can describe the beauty of our birthing experience with Hypnosis. I never dreamed after having two children with another method that I could have so easy a labour.

Our daughter came into this world so much easier than either of us could have hoped for.

The nurses said they had never seen a woman so calm, yet so strong. They couldn't put the Hypnosis book down.

A Look At Hypnobirthing / Tranquil Birth Method

Hypnobirthing in Wolverhampton & Staffordhire with Hypnotherapist Lynne Hancher

A look at Natural Birth

The philosophy of hypnobirthing explained.

Tranquil Birth Method

What does it entail?

Therapies that can be used :

After the Birth

How much does it cost?

Frequently Asked Questions

Patients Comments

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