Private (1-to-1) full course – $300 / couple
The full course for people who are new to hypnobirthing and want to feel confident and fully prepared for your baby’s birth. I tailor my course to your needs.
- 2 x 2 hour sessions
- Venue: Your home or mutually convenient location or Zoom
Is this the course for you?
Ideal for couples who haven’t used hypnobirthing before and are looking for a personalised, private and convenient course in the comfort of their own home.
Availability
I’m available Tuesday to Thursday 10am – 2pm or Saturdays all day.
Hello and congratulations on your pregnancy!
I am the only hypnobirthing teacher in Nairobi, and I offer 1-1 in person hypnobirthing classes in Nairobi.
I have been a Clinical Hypnotherapist for 20 years and now I also teach hypnobirthing for the simple reason that I think it’s the best way you can prepare for childbirth. My classes are practical, logical, honest and balanced.
After giving birth to my first baby using hypnobirthing techniques, I went onto certify as a hypnobirthing practitioner and also to complete a Level 3 Continuing Professional Development Certificate in Midwifery.
Hypnobirthing classes in Nairobi and beyond
As well as teaching hypnobirthing in Kenya I also teach clients anywhere in the world! So, if you’re looking for a hypnobirthing class, no matter where you’re based then please get in touch – I’d love to help.
What actually is hypnobirthing?
In my hypnobirthing classes I explain that hypnobirthing is simply a different type of childbirth class. It’s complete birth preparation and in many ways it’s very similar to any other antenatal classes. The thing that makes hypnobirthing different is that it’s centred around the psychology of birth… and a key focus is giving birth without fear.
The thing is that when we go into labour, a different part of our brain kicks in. It’s not the modern, thinking part of our brain that we use for things like choosing a buggy, a cot. It’s a very primitive part of our brain and it works in a different way.
So that this primitive brain can take over, there are a few fundamental things that we need to do. The hypnobirthing knowledge, ideas and techniques I’ll share will help you with this… and much more too!
- Relax and switch off our busy thinking brains. When did you last really switch off and relax deeply? Many of us (I’m guilty) barely switch our mobile phones off, let alone enjoy some deep relaxation time. Sometimes our modern lifestyles mean that we’ve forgotten how to truly switch off.
- Get the birth environment right. When we look at other mammals, such as cats and dogs, and how they behave when they go in to labour we can learn a lot (because of their neurological make-up they’re more tuned into the primitive, birthing part of their brains). They usually scurry off to a cosy, dark and familiar place to give birth. Regardless of where you choose to give birth, there’s lots you can do to make your birth environment work for you.
- Release the childbirth fears. Many cultures can be quite negative towards childbirth, yet to give ourselves the best chance of giving birth smoothly, we need to release these fears and boost our confidence. There’s a really clever design within women to give birth, having a calm and positive mindset gives it the best opportunity to work as smoothly as possible.
Just breathe in labour… but how?
One of the most popular pieces of advice you may be given for your labour is ‘just breathe’. It’s great advice as we know that deep breathing helps you to calm your mind, relax your body and get lots of oxygen into your bloodstream – all of which help you to labour efficiently.
But how should you breathe in labour? Well, this is what I’ll cover with you in my course. I share the 2 main hypnobirthing breathing techniques – one for the first stage of labour and one for the second stage of labour.
As a bonus, I’ll also give you 3 other breathing techniques that are specific to my course and explain when you might like to use them. I have been a Clinical Hypnotherapist for 20 years and bring that wider knowledge and experience into all my hypnobirthing courses.
What you will learn:
- What is hypnobirthing and why fear and tension impact labour
- How we can mentally prepare for a positive birth
- The mind body connection
- The impact of hormones in labour and birth
- Calm breathing & Visualisation
- Self Hypnosis
- Personalised Relaxation scripts
- Creating Anchors
- Preparing your mind & body for labour
- Understand the birthing process and learn how to work with your body
What you will get:
- Comprehensive workbook to create your birth plan
- Session Recordings so you can re-watch again (Zoom classes only)
- Personalised relaxation scripts which I will record specifically for you and your individual situation
- Personalised affirmation cards designed specifically for you based on what is important to you during labour
- Free refresher session if needed one week before your due date
FAQ
Does hypnobirthing mean I'll have a pain free birth?
If only. Some women who have learned hypnobirthing do birth in complete comfort. Other women find it painful but manageable as they understand what their bodies are doing and feel in control. Others find labour painful and use Your Soulful Birth hypnobirthing techniques as a way of managing until they’re able to access pain relief.
If I have an epidural / induction / assisted delivery / caesarean / feel pain have I failed at hypnobirthing?
No, no and noooo (I hope I’m making myself clear here). I sometimes hear women say that they “failed” at hypnobirthing. I’ve even heard of some hypnobirthing teachers (not ones that trained with Katherine Graves I should add) saying this too.
Hypnobirthing is something you use – not something you pass or fail. And it’s about supporting and empowering women – not judging their birth choices. Sometimes it doesn’t matter how deeply your breathe, how supportive your birth partner is or how many lavender-scented candles you’ve lit… things can happen that are beyond our control. We’re lucky to live in a country where we have access to such wonderfully skilled midwives and doctors.
When can I start to learn hypnobirthing?
You can start hypnobirthing whenever you choose but most women start after 20 weeks. If possible, it’s better not to wait until the last moment to learn hypnobirthing as then you’ll have time to practise the techniques.
That said, I’ve taught women who’ve been 39 weeks at the time of our last class and they’ve had positive births and found the techniques invaluable.
OMG,I'm 35+ weeks pregnant... have I left it too late?
Unless your baby is crowning as you read this then you still have time! Please get in touch and I’ll do my best to be super flexible to get to you before baby does.
Does my birth partner need to come to your course too?
Ideally yes please. It’s great if they can come along so that they too can get informed, and confident and positive about birth. They have a huge role to play so I share lots of practical tips on how they can be really useful.
Equally well, some women come to my course without a birth partner and give birth without a birth partner. This is absolutely fine too. The knowledge, tools and techniques you’ll gain from hypnobirthing mean you’ll be fully prepared.
Get in touch for a free, no pressure initial chat
I’m always happy to have a chat (or an initial consultation if you’re feeling business-like) about hypnobirthing, how it can help and whether it would be right for you…. and even if you’re not sure what to ask me!