The Hypnobirthing Podcast
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
This series is all about hypnobirthing and positivity around birth. I am a hypnobirthing teacher and a mum of two and am aware how much negativity there is around birth and it can be scary and daunting for parents to be. This series is a safe space for everything positive and will include some useful chat, inspiring guests and amazing positive birth stories.If you are interested in hypnobirthing or you are pregnant and needing a positive space to visit - this is the podcast for you!For more information on hypnobirthing please visit my website www.thenurturenest.co.uk...
Episodes
- Episode 150 - Snapping, Overwhelm & Newborn Life with Anna Mathur
In this episode, Anna Mathur discusses how to manage snapping and overwhelm during the newborn period. She shares insights on why these feelings occur and strategies for self-compassion. Her book, "How to Stop Snapping at the People You Lo…
- Episode 149 - Sava's Positive First Birth
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, Sava shares her experiences with her first pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period. She discusses how her planning approach influenced her birth preparation and her emotional transiti…
- Episode 148 - Hypnobirthing as a First-Time Mum in Your Late 30s
Christine, a first-time mother in her late 30s, discusses her journey with hypnobirthing, addressing the challenges of skepticism and the importance of trusting personal instincts during birth. She shares her experiences preparing for birt…
- Episode 147 - What to Expect During a Caesarean Birth
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast covers what to expect from a caesarean section, offering tips on how to prepare for both planned and unplanned caesareans. The host provides a walkthrough of the process.
- Episode 146 - Rebecca's Unplanned Caesarean with Gestation Diabetes
On The Hypnobirthing Podcast, Rebecca discusses her birth preparation and positive experience, despite an unplanned caesarean due to gestational diabetes. She shares her story of adapting to changes in her birth plan.
- Episode 145 - Induction: What You Should Know Before Saying Yes
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast discusses labor induction, explaining its meaning, reasons for it, and essential information parents should understand before making a decision. It aims to guide listeners through this common mater…
- Episode 144 - “I Was Terrified of Birth”: How Hypnobirthing Changed Everything
In this episode, a listener discusses her experience with hypnobirthing and how it reduced her anxiety around birth. She shares the story of her first birth.
- Episode 143 - Busting Common Birth Myths
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast addresses common birth myths, aiming to reduce anxiety by differentiating between misinformation and reality. It helps parents approach birth feeling more informed and confident.
- Episode 142 - Looking Back on Birth One Year Later: Sinead’s Story
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, Sinead shares her birth story and reflects on her experience a year after welcoming her baby. She discusses how listening to birth stories helped her feel prepared and how she used hypnobirthin…
- Episode 141 - Pregnancy Meditation for Calm, Connection, and Empowerment
This episode features a pregnancy meditation designed for calm, connection, and empowerment. It guides listeners to connect with their bodies, calm their minds, and focus on their baby's growth. The meditation can be used at any time durin…
- Episode 140 - How Preparation Changed Krystle's Birth Experience
Krystle discusses her hypnobirthing experience and how preparation helped her make informed decisions during labor. She shares insights on navigating hospital policies, the mental aspects of birth, and trusting oneself.
- Episode 139 - How TENS Machines Can Support Labour
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast discusses how TENS machines can support labor. It features an interview with Karen, founder of Babycare TENS, who explains how the machines work and their pain-relieving benefits.
- Episode 138 - From Pregnancy to Birth: Sian’s Experience with Hypnobirthing
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, Sian discusses her experience with hypnobirthing, pregnancy, and birth as a mother of two. She shares insights on decision-making, interactions with healthcare professionals, and managing emoti…
- Episode 137 - Birth Preferences, Advocacy & Informed Choice
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast discusses birth preferences, advocacy, and informed choice, and how these factors can shape your birth experience and post-birth feelings. It is aimed at listeners who feel overwhelmed by pregnancy…
- Episode 136 - Georgia's Positive HBAC
In this episode, Georgia discusses her positive HBAC experience, highlighting how hypnobirthing supported her. She shares insights on preparation, support, and trusting instincts during labor.
- Episode 135 - Fear, Conditioning & the Nervous System in Birth
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast discusses how fear, conditioning, and the nervous system impact birth. It covers the fear-tension-pain cycle, the influence of birth stories, and practical tools to create a sense of safety and cal…
- Episode 134 - Two Births, Two Mindsets: Eliza’s Hypnobirthing Journey
In this episode, Eliza discusses her two different birth experiences. She explains how hypnobirthing helped her feel more in control and confident after a challenging first birth.
- Episode 133 - What Hypnobirthing Really Is (and Isn’t)
This episode discusses what hypnobirthing truly entails, clarifying that it is not about control or perfection. It focuses on understanding the body, feeling safe, and making choices during birth, emphasizing the importance of the nervous…
- Episode 132 - From Home Birth to Healing: Emilie's Powerful Hypnobirthing Story
In this episode, Emilie shares her experience of pregnancy, home birth, and postpartum recovery. She discusses how hypnobirthing techniques helped her remain calm and how her partner supported her throughout the process.
- Episode 131 - How to Prepare for the Fourth Trimester: Expert Advice from Life Postpartum
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast features Hanna from Life Postpartum, discussing the importance of postpartum recovery. They cover physical, emotional, and nutritional healing during the fourth trimester, and highlight the support…
- Episode 130 - Charlotte's Healing Home Birth
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, Charlotte discusses her healing home birth. She shares her experience after two previous hospital births that left her feeling traumatised.
- Episode 129 - 4 Positions That Can Make Labour More Comfortable
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast explores four positions that can make labor more comfortable, help the baby move into a good position, and support the body's natural flow through birth. It discusses how movement and positioning c…
- Episode 128 - How Hypnobirthing Helped Monique Stay Calm Through Preeclampsia and Induction
Monique discusses her journey with gestational diabetes and a hospital birth plan, which changed due to a severe preeclampsia diagnosis at 35 weeks. She shares how hypnobirthing helped her maintain a positive outlook through these challeng…
- Episode 127 - Prodromal Labour: What's Going On and Why It's Not Wasted
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast discusses prodromal labor, explaining what it is, why it occurs, and how to manage it. It covers coping strategies, the importance of rest and reframing, and the role of hypnobirthing techniques in…
- Episode 126 - Crystal's Calm Home Birth after Previous Trauma
Crystal shares her experience of a positive home birth after a previous traumatic birth and pregnancy loss. She discusses how she used hypnobirthing techniques to stay grounded and the importance of building trust with her birth team.
- Episode 125 - 7 Ways to Prepare Your Mind for Birth
This episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast explores 7 ways to prepare your mind for birth, covering topics such as reframing negative beliefs, the importance of relaxation, and the role of visualization. It aims to help listeners approach b…
- Episode 124 - Katie’s Positive Birth Beyond 43 Weeks
In this episode, Katie discusses her pregnancy and birth experience, highlighting how hypnobirthing helped her feel confident and trust her body despite going beyond 43 weeks. She shares reflections on the process and the importance of pre…
- Episode 123 - The 7 Magical Birthing Hormones
This episode explores the hormonal processes that support labour and birth, including the roles of oxytocin and endorphins. It discusses how environmental factors such as privacy and lighting can assist the body during the birthing process.
- Episode 122 - Calm in the Unexpected: Charlotte’s Hypnobirthing Journey Through Preeclampsia
Charlotte shares her experience using hypnobirthing techniques during an induction caused by preeclampsia. She reflects on the challenges of high blood pressure, hospital readmission, and the importance of self-advocacy and preparation for…
- Episode 121 -Trusting the Flow: Karen’s Empowering Home Birth Story
Karen shares her experience of an instinct-led home birth and how hypnobirthing techniques helped her stay grounded. She discusses the importance of releasing control and reflects on the emotions experienced during and after the birth of h…
- Episode 120 - Haley's Unmedicated Induction: Navigating Unexpected Moments
Haley shares her experience of having a natural, unmedicated birth following an induction. She discusses navigating unexpected challenges, such as a drop in the baby's heart rate, and the process of pushing through a quick labor to meet he…
- Episode 119 - Abbie’s Calm and Empowering First Birth Story
Listener Abbie shares the story of her first birth, detailing how hypnobirthing education and preparation helped her have a calm, positive, and empowered experience. She discusses her journey from early labour at home to a peaceful water b…
- Episode 118 - Maddie’s Calm Caesarean: Trusting Her Instincts After a Challenging Early Labour
In this episode, Maddie discusses her experience of a prolonged early labour with polyhydramnios and her decision to choose an empowering caesarean birth. The discussion highlights the importance of trusting one's instincts when navigating…
- Episode 117 - Meconium in the Waters: Katie’s Empowering Shift from Home Birth to Hospital
In this episode, first-time mum Katie shares her positive birth experience, discussing how she used hypnobirthing techniques to remain calm and in control after a transfer from a planned home birth to a hospital setting due to meconium in…
- Episode 116 - A Positive Birth Story: Hypnobirthing Through Induction and Prenatal Depression
In this episode, listener Nanouk shares her personal experience with prenatal depression and labour induction, discussing how hypnobirthing techniques helped her maintain a calm and confident mindset.
- Episode 115 - From Fear to Trust: Katie’s Empowering Birth Story
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, guest Katie shares her journey from initially planning an elective cesarean due to fear to experiencing a spontaneous, physiological birth center delivery after using hypnobirthing techniques a…
- Episode 114 - Not Just Luck: How Emy Used Hypnobirthing for a Positive Birth
Emy shares her experience using hypnobirthing for a calm, instinct-led first birth. She discusses how mindset, preparation, and trusting her body helped her navigate the birth process with confidence.
- Episode 113 - Is Hypnobirthing Enough?
In this solo episode, the host discusses if hypnobirthing is sufficient for birth preparation. The discussion covers the importance of broader education, understanding the maternity system, informed decision-making, and partner advocacy.
- Episode 112 - Birth Story: Sarah's Positive Caesarean Birth
In this episode, listener Sarah shares her personal experience of having an unplanned but positive caesarean birth.
- Episode 111 - Special Episode: One Way or a Mother - A New Podcast Series from Dr Elliot Berlin
Dr. Elliot Berlin introduces his new long-form narrative podcast, One Way or a Mother. Each season follows one pregnancy, beginning with Arianna’s journey to create a more empowered birth experience for her second child.
- Episode 110 - Feeling Empowered for Birth with Dr Elliot Berlin
Dr. Elliot Berlin joins the podcast to discuss the importance of feeling empowered during the birthing process. They explore methods for achieving this state of mind for an expectant parent.
- Episode 109 - Birth Story: Leanne's Empowering HBAC
Leanne from Doula Diary joins the host to share her personal experience of a Hypnobirthing After Cesarean (HBAC) birth. This episode marks the beginning of a new season of The Hypnobirthing Podcast.
- Episode 108 - Birth Story: Alice's Unexpected HBAC
Alice shares her personal experience of having an unexpected HBAC (Home Birth After Cesarean) in this episode. She also offers free meditation resources for listeners to use during pregnancy and labor.
- Episode 107 - Birth Rehearsal Guided Relaxation
This episode features a peaceful, guided relaxation session designed for birth rehearsal. Listeners are advised to avoid listening while driving or operating machinery.
- Episode 106 - Birth Story: Laure's Accidental Home Birth
In this episode, guest Laure shares her positive experience with an accidental home birth. The host also presents various resources and links related to pregnancy and birth support.
- Episode 105 - Birth Story: Remi's Pain Free Home Birth
In this episode, Remi shares her personal experience of having a pain-free home birth.
- Episode 104 - Birth Story: A Positive Back To Back VBAC
Listener Ruby shares her experience of having a positive VBAC with a back-to-back baby.
- Episode 103 - Freebirth with Samantha Gadsden
In this episode, host Claire welcomes freebirth doula Samantha Gadsden to discuss the practice of freebirth, covering why people choose it, its safety, and what it entails.
- Episode 102 - Birth Story: Positive Birth After A 3rd Degree Tear
Listener Kyra shares her experience of a positive home birth after previously suffering a 3rd degree tear. She also discusses the products from her skincare company, Lavender Meadows.
- Episode 101 - Birth Story: A Positive Birth after Stillbirth
In this episode, listener Louise shares her experience of having a positive birth following a late stillbirth. The conversation highlights her personal journey and experiences with both births.