Pregnancy Yoga & Hypnobirthing
A confident and supportive father can make an enormous difference to the birth of his child. He will be producing the hormones of love, which will have a positive effect on the mother. She will also produce oxytocin, the hormone that makes labour efficient. In these circumstances, his presence can have a thoroughly beneficial effect, Continue reading
Have you been wondering what hypnobirthing is all about? Or practicing hypnobirthing techniques and ready to see them in action? Here are some hypnobirthing videos – do watch them with your birthing partner. You can view more at Joyful Body Birth on Youtube Remember hypnobirthing involves practicing (lots of it!) attending a weekly class gives you the Continue reading
Have you been “programmed” into believing that childbirth equals pain? What happens when you think of something unpleasant or recall a painful experience? You probably tend to tense up, recoil, to screw your face up at the very idea. Why is this? The body is directly responding to the memory or thought by becoming tight Continue reading
What is Pregnancy Yoga? Much like other types of childbirth-preparation classes, pregnancy yoga (or prenatal yoga) is a multifaceted approach to exercise that encourages stretching, mindful centering and focused breathing. As long as your doctor has given you the green light to stay physically active during pregnancy, yoga is an ideal activity for all expectant Continue reading
Why choose Hypnobirthing? Hypnobirthing enables you to work with your body to release fear and negativity, so you can come in to a space that is calm, peaceful and confident. The results speak for themselves from hospitals, midwives, mothers and fathers. Hypnobirthing is fast becoming the chosen and recommended preparation for childbirth. Read our testimonials Continue reading
Pelvic Floor Exercises During and After Pregnancy Pelvic floor exercises can lead to a shorter labour and a faster post-birth recovery Passing your baby through your pelvis and into the world is demanding not only on you, but also on your pelvic muscles — which have to stretch to proportions previously unimaginable. So even if Continue reading
What tips would you give a birthing partner? There’s lots of information in books and on the internet about how your birthing partner can support you during childbirth. I asked a group women who had given birth in the last 2 to 4 months. What information would you have told your birthing partner in hindsight? Continue reading