Good question. A lot of people are put off by the name “Hypnobirthing” (myself included!) as let’s face it, it sounds like some sort of wishy-washy hippy nonsense! In fact, it is a complete antenatal education course designed to fully prepare you for birth. By understanding the science of exactly what your body is designed to do during birth, Hypnobirthing will teach you practical tools and techniques to help you work with your body, rather than against it. Studies have shown Hypnobirthing can make our labour shorter, reduce our perception of pain, and significantly reduce rates of medical intervention, including the need for pain-relief, forceps/ventouse deliveries, and unplanned Caesareans*. Many NHS trusts are now hugely investing in Hypnobirthing, as midwives and obstetricians have seen the incredible benefits it brings to pregnancy and birth.