HypnoBirthing®, the Mongan Method, is a "holistic" approach to childbirth. It considers the psychological and emotional well-being of the mother, birth partner, and baby, as well as their physical well-being. The philosophy and techniques can be applied to any birth setting, whether at home, in the hospital, or at a birthing center. The techniques can also be used outside of birthing to help with managing stress and anxiety.
Our society has adopted a "medical model" of childbirth that is laced with fear. As a result, many women have anxiety and fear regarding pregnancy and childbirth. In reality, pregnancy and childbirth are natural processes that need not be feared. Fear causes tension in the body and prevents the body from birthing the way nature intended.
HypnoBirthing® is a program consisting of deep relaxation, self-hypnosis, special breathing techniques, visualizations, and education. This program also involves learning how to release fears (both related and non-related to childbirth). All of these techniques will help you learn how to deeply relax so that you, your birth companion, and your baby can experience a safe, calm, loving, and peaceful birth just the way nature intended.
