Comments on: Hypnobirth was “really Zen” for Jessica Alba, rewarding for others

By: 10 Top Posts For July | Planning With Kids

10 Top Posts For July | Planning With Kids — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:33:38 +0000

[...] Hypnobirth was â€œreally Zenâ€ for Jessica Alba, rewarding for others Another excellent post from the Crunchy Domestic Goddess. I have never used hypnobirthing, so was [...]

By: mommymichael

mommymichael — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:52:38 +0000

I’ve had two Hypnobabies births. The first I only had 9 days practice, but half of my labor was completely pain free. My second, I felt discomfort and a lot of downward pressure during transitioning, but no pain at all during pushing *aka no ring of fire* My hypnobabies techniques taught me to direct my hypno-anethesia to where I needed it, and to push my baby out easily. I had both my 7lb baby and my 9 lb baby with no tears!!

In fact you can see my birthing video on sheridan’s (previous commenter) site!

By: hopealso (hippie dippie bÃ©bÃ©)

hopealso (hippie dippie bÃ©bÃ©) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:52:43 +0000

I think it’s absolutely fabulous that you found a current celeb news item to help spread the word about hypnobirthing! When I first encountered it, I have to admit that the name had me a little bit wary. I’ve even discussed with other mamas the difference between “hypnosis” and “hypnobirthing” — the fact that it’s not about losing control to a magician dangling a watch in front of your eyes.

It’s more about gaining control: focus, awareness, calm, and positive thoughts that change your experience in a significant way.

Though not all of us follow celeb’s and their stories, there are so many who do I think it’s smart to help bring awareness that natural births, water births, babywearing, etc. are a part of so many women’s lives, celebrities included. It’s not fringe, it’s mainstream!

Thanks, Amy!

By: Susanna

Susanna — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:35:36 +0000

I’m glad to read these testimonials because I’m planning on trying Hypnobirthing soon (baby is due in December). I don’t live close to a big city, so I will be using the CDs instead of the classes.

By: Rock and Roll Mama

Rock and Roll Mama — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:14:56 +0000

Sweet! My lat two were born in a birth center…the middle one was hypno-birthing by accident. I just went fetal in the center of the bed for three hours, then ye;;ed, “Roll me over! Baby’s coming out!” And she did. Third one was actually more challenging, as I was afraid the 2nd easy labor had been a fluke. But no! hours and out. Breathing did make all the difference.

By: My Sea Pod

My Sea Pod — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 21:39:46 +0000

I too used Hypnobirthing with my daughter Ava. I was really able to control pain and really only felt it during transition. I was on pitocin so I’m hoping my next birth will be without it and the transition will be a bit easier. I can’t recommend it enough. It even helps with the stress of everyday life.

Hypnobirthing is truly amazing!