Question 1

What is the difference between The Calm and Ready Birth Course and traditional antenatal class?

Accepted Answer

Our Calm and Ready Birth Course/Bespoke Birth Course focuses specifically on all aspects of labour and birth. They help you to know what to expect and teach vital knowledge that can ensure you to have the best birth possible for you.  Antenatal classes touch on more subjects, for example, the basics of labour and how to care for your baby after birth, but do not cover labour and birth in as much depth. Our courses can complement other Antenatal Classes such as NCT very well and some clients decide to do both.

Question 2

Who are your Antenatal Hypnobirthing courses for?

Accepted Answer

Our birth preparation courses  are ideal for any person who would like to feel more informed about birth and learn about how birth can be a positive and wonderful experience. The Antenatal Knowledge and Hypnobirthing Tools you aquire are designed to increase your sense of control irrespective of how your baby arrives into the world and help you to make decisions about your birth that are best for you and your baby.

Question 3

Is your birth preparation course only suitable for people planning a natural birth?

Accepted Answer

Whilst we do learn about birth in its undisturbed form, hypnobirthing is not about a specific type of birth. You will have the tools to feel calm and positive however your baby enters the world and will learn about common birth interventions and when these might be necessary.  The skills you will learn on your course will help you to cope with whatever turns your birth takes and to feel confident to make informed decisions about the care you receive.

Question 4

Do you have to give birth at home to use hypnobirthing?

Accepted Answer

Everything you learn on your hypnobirthing course can be applied wherever you have chosen to give birth. You will learn about the importance of the environment you give birth in and will understand how to make it as conducive as possible for a straightforward, relaxed and enjoyable experience.

Question 5

Will I be hypnotised when we learn about hypnobirthing?

Accepted Answer

You will remain conscious and fully in control at all times.  The ‘hypno’ element of hypnobirthing is simply about teaching you the skills of deep relaxation to utilise when in labour. It also refers to the work we will do around creating a positive mindset around birth. Many of us have some negative feelings associated with birth and it is important that we release these feelings and replace them with more helpful ones that will make birth easier on the day.

Question 6

Will hypnobirthing make my labour pain free?

Accepted Answer

Some people do experience a comfortable labour after practising hypnobirthing but simply taking a hypnobirthing course does not guarantee that your labour will be pain free. You will learn about the cycle that many women get stuck in that can make labour more painful and will understand how to avoid getting into this cycle yourself. You and your birth partner will also have a set of very useful practical tools to draw on which will support you during the purposeful and powerful sensations you may experience during labour. You will understand what is happening to your body during your labour which can help you to feel positive and relaxed throughout.

Question 7

When is the best time to start my chosen birth preparation course?

Accepted Answer

An ideal time to do your birth preparation with For Baby For Me is between 20 and 36 weeks.

If you are feeling particularly worried about birth then it is better to do your course earlier so you can relax and enjoy your pregnancy more and have longer to embed all the skills.

Some mums to be prefer to wait until their third trimester when birth preparation becomes their focus and they can give it their undivided attention.

It is all personal preference but it is a good idea to give yourself time to really practise and embed all the skills you learn on the course so you can apply them with ease on the day.

Question 8

I am getting close to my due date, can I still attend?

Accepted Answer

If you are beyond 36 weeks, I would recommend booking The Calm and Ready Birth Course. This group courses run bi-monthly or is available privately from the comfort of your home or over zoom. This covers all the essential antenatal and hypnobirthing knowledge you need to prepare for a positive birth over one day (group course at Meraki Coffee in Elland)/or two private sessions at your home.

Question 9

I have had a baby before, are your birth preparation courses still suitable for me?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! All of our birth preparation course options are suitable no matter how many times you have given birth.  Every birth should be prepared for as it will be unique.  If your previous birth was difficult or traumatic then the course content can help you to reflect and understand what happened, move forward and have a more positive experience this time.

Question 10

Do I need to bring my birth partner?

Accepted Answer

Birth partners have such an important role to play in your birth so they are definitely encouraged to attend the course with you.  Whether this is your partner, family member or friend, they will learn about all how they can actively support you during labour and feel really involved on the day.

Question 11

My birth partner is a bit skeptical about the hypnobirthing element of the course. Can it still work for us?

Accepted Answer

It can be quite common that birth partners are a bit skeptical about the hypnobirthing element of the course before they start. The name is a bit unusual after all and they may feel a bit suspicious/nervous that it is a bit ‘hippy-dippy’.

Most are totally on board after session one when they realise that hypnobirthing is actually very logical and based on science.

As soon as they understand the positive effect it will have on how you all experience labour and birth (including the baby) the vast majority of birth partners become very enthusiastic and confident.

Question 12

What areas do you teach in?

Accepted Answer

Our Calm and Ready One Day Birth Preparation takes place at the beautiful zen Meraki Coffee Yoga and Wellness in Elland.  This gorgeous space sets the scene for your immersive birth preparation course and helps you to feel immediately relaxed.

Bespoke 1:1 courses can be held in the comfort of your own home and take place over 3 sessions in and around West Yorkshire/over Zoom.

Question 13

How many couples could be on a group course?

Accepted Answer

It all depends on how many people book the course that month but the maximum number of people would be 5 couples to ensure I can give you the full support you deserve during and after the course.

Question 14

What is included in The Calm and Ready Birth Course/Bespoke 1:1 Birth Preparation Course?

Accepted Answer

Calm and Ready Course Antenatal Hypnobirthing Course
Approx 6 hours of birth preparation with a fully qualified and insured hypnobirthing teacher.
Welcome gift for Mum To Be
A Calm and Ready Guide and Journal
A set of positive affirmation cards
Relaxation tracks available to download
Access to a private supportive Facebook Group and WhatsApp Group
Ongoing support until your baby is born

Bespoke 1:1 Antenatal Hypnobirthing Course
Approx 8/9 hours of personalised tailored birth preparation with a fully qualified and insured hypnobirthing teacher.
Welcome goody bag with helpful items to continue your birth preparation
A Course Guide and Journal
A set of positive affirmation cards
Relaxation tracks available to download
Access to a private supportive Facebook Group
Ongoing support until your baby is born

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