Hypnobirthing by Miller, Siobhan -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Copyright Contents About Me Introduction: What is hypnobirthing and how is it going to help you? 1. The science stuff

The muscles of the uterus The cervix U.F.O. positions What muscles need The hormonal rollercoaster

2. The toolkit

And breathe . . . Visualisations Positive reinforcement Learning to switch off Guided relaxation exercises Setting anchors Light-touch massage

3. Talking sense

Sight Smell Sound Taste Touch

4. Choosing where to give birth

The case for home births The case for birth centres The case for hospitals

5. My womb, my rules! 6. Use your B.R.A.I.N.

B is for Benefits R is for Risks A is for Alternatives I is for Instinct N is for Nothing

7. Keeper of the cave: the role of the birth partner 8. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3

The first stage of labour (up stage) The second stage of labour (down stage) The third stage of labour (the Golden Hour)

9. Bring it on, baby! Induction

10. Go gentle: opting for a natural caesarean

Different types of caesarean ‘Gentle’ or ‘natural’ caesareans Caesarean birth preferences Using your hypnobirthing techniques in theatre

11. The big day (or night)

Early labour Established labour The final stretch Hello baby!

12. There’s always a plan B . . .

Birth preferences template

13. Packing the ultimate birth bag 14. Conclusion: You’ve got this! Guided relaxation scripts Hypnobirthing practice schedule Resources References Index Acknowledgements