Natural Childbirth

HypnoBirthing^® - The Mongan Method - is a unique method of natural childbirth education, that involves methods of relaxation, breathing techniques and visualization -all of which allow women to use their natural instincts to bring about a safer, easier, more comfortable birth. 

It is presented in a series of five, 2 1/2-hour classes.  Cost: $275.  A $50 deposit is required upon registration.

The next session will run from October 15 - November 12, Mondays from 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm.

 The five week series includes:

~  Your own copy of the 302-page HypnoBirthing Text, HypnoBirthing-- The Mongan   Method
~  5 information-packed class meetings, helping you to understand why labor
     doesn't have to hurt
~  5 professionally written scripts for your home practice
~  2 CDs for your relaxation, stress reduction, and bonding (Including the program
      cornerstone disk, Rainbow Relaxation)
~  Handouts for planning your Birth Preferences
~  A set of Birth Prompts for your birth Companion
~  Demonstration and practice in optimal birth positions
~  A free hypnotic session in building birth confidence and eliminating fears
~  A Guide to good pregnancy nutrition
~  Several deep relaxation techniques for use during birthing
~  Well-paced instruction designed to build your confidence and help you to
      have a safer, easier, and more comfortable birthing
~  Special calm breathing methods for use throughout labor and during birthing
~  Private instruction if desired
~  Small classes for personal attention
~  Body toning exercises and practice
~  The advantage and confidence of the Mongan Method reputation for top-quality
      birthing preparation   

Why HypnoBirthing?
1. Teaches deep level of relaxation to eliminate fear that causes tension and thus pain
2. Gently reduces and often eliminates the need for chemical painkillers and drugs
3. Shortens the first stage of labor
4. Leaves mother alert, fresh, awake and with energy
5. Helps keep oxygen supplied to baby during birth
6. Reduces and often eliminates fatigue during labor
7. Empowers parents with techniques to achieve gentle, calm birth for themselves and their baby
8. Gives the birthing companion an integral role in the birth
9. Embraces the concept of pre-birth parenting
10. Teaches breathing techniques that allow a woman to gently breathe her baby into the world without hard, physical pushing