Giving birth to critical thinking | TEDx talk

Posted on September 16, 2015November 16, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

Miranda Ortiz TEDx talk on natural birth

Natural birth or C-section? In ths TEDx talk, experienced Doula & HypnoBirthing practitioner Miranda Ortiz, shares how questioning the delivery method for your baby can open a door to critical thinking within your family (for this and any other matter). Get an overview of the benefits of natural birth, and why its a choice for every parent who wants to seek it.

Why doulas are a must for your birth

Posted on June 21, 2015June 21, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

why Doulas | Mongan Method HypnoBirthing in Brisbane

by Moran Liviani. The word ‘Doula’ is becoming a bit more well known these days because women intuitively know and are seeking the guidance of another woman whom understands and has the knowledge and is trained to support, educate and be the trusting guide you need to light your way on your birthing day. When I was pregnant with my second baby girl I had a friend suggest to me to obtain the services of a Doula. I had no idea what a Doula was and so I started researching and the more I read...

What mums are saying about placenta encapsulation

Posted on June 19, 2015June 13, 2018 by BrisbaneBirthing

Placenta Encapsulation | Brisbane HypnoBirthing

As a Brisbane-based Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, the majority of mothers that I’ve encapsulated placentas for report one or more of the following: Improved state of well-being Increased milk-supply Increased energy levels immediately after birth Speedier recovery from birth and return to normal hormonal balance Better ability to cope with interrupted sleep What I find most interesting are the women who didn’t encapsulate their placenta for their first birth but have don...

Five tips for getting the most out of your HypnoBirthing classes…

Posted on May 19, 2015November 16, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

So many parents wonder how they can get the most out of their HypnoBirthing classes. Brisbane Practitioner & Doula Trish Cumming gives you five great tips to maximise your learnings. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE– They say that practice makes perfect, but as with any new skill, you need to feel confident in your abilities when the time comes. Daily HypnoBirthing practice will not only help you to relax and rest during your pregnancy, but it will also mean you can “switch it on” when yo...

The Unexpectedly Calm Birth of Macy

Posted on February 3, 2015July 8, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

HypnoBirthing Brisbane stories | Pregnant Possibilities

I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl called Macy on Sunday and she is a dream! While I really, really wanted to believe in the idea of a somewhat bearable labour with minimal pain prior to the birth I was somewhat skeptical. I remember telling my HypnoBirthing practitioner that my two goals of this labour were to not feel like I wanted to die and not vomit continuously..! Well, not only did I achieve both of those goals, but I also actually enjoyed parts of my labour!!! While I was pre...

Breech Birth Choices

Posted on August 30, 2014June 30, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

Options for Breech Birth | by Sarah Buckley

Breech Choices by Sarah Buckley (from Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering, 2005) www.sarahjbuckley.com In 2002, a pregnant woman in Brisbane, Australia – a mother of three, including naturally born twins – was refused the option of a vaginal breech birth in hospital, and told she could only have her baby by caesarean. She sought a midwife to assist her and gave birth successfully at home. Her picture – glowing with new motherhood, holding her healthy, happy baby – appeared in the Brisbane Courier...

Natural birth according to Ina May Gaskin

Posted on June 30, 2014June 30, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

Ina May Gaskin - Natural Birth Advocate | HypnoBirthing Brisbane

If you havent heard of Ina May, here is a snapshot of her natural birth approach and simple wisdom. Ina May talking on TEDx

4 interesting things about your cervix ..

Posted on March 19, 2014June 30, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

Credit - from an article on www.birthologie.com Most women have no clue what their cervix is, where it is, its function or even what it looks like. So here are some important useful things for you to know about yours Childbirth 101: The cervix is supposed to thin and then dilate (open) from 0 to 10cm open during labor. Once at 10cm a women is then considered to be 'fully dilated' and can push her baby out into the world. Simple as that (or so we are told). There are however a ...

Beautiful HypnoBirthing waterbirth of Natasha – Feb 2013

Posted on November 3, 2013June 30, 2015 by BrisbaneBirthing

happy HypnoBirthing baby Natasha | Pregnant Possibilities Brisbane

We are pleased to announce the arrival of our baby girl Natasha Jayde weighing in at 9 pounds by a beautiful, vaginal water birth! Labour was 9 hours and we were able to use the skills we acquired from HypnoBirthing to stay in control and have the birth that we planned. We were also very blessed to have a midwife & OB that supported and respected our choices. Natasha was sitting on the perineum for 70 minutes (we were told later that many other OB’s and midwives would not have let her si...

Kate sets a HypnoBirthing trend in Australia

Posted on June 19, 2013April 24, 2014 by BrisbaneBirthing

HypnoBirthing, calm natural birth preparation. Pregnant Possibilities

By Bree Taylor Molyneaux A growing number of Australian women are turning to HypnoBirthing and other natural birthing approaches as they challenge the notion that birth has to be painful. Following recent news that Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton used hypnosis early in her pregnancy for morning sickness and is planning on using HypnoBirthing for her upcoming birth, a new wave of women are becoming interested in this natural approach to childbirth. The use of hypnosis for birth...