Pregnancy

Overview:

Birth is one of the most special experiences there is.

But it can also be one of the most challenging.

There are so many unknowns to navigate plus the responsibility of growing and birthing a human-being can at times feel colossal.

Not to mention managing the physical changes: morning sickness, backache, and heartburn. Or the Anxiety that can accompany scans, check-ups and tests. Sometimes this Anxiety can feels natural and manageable but it can also quickly become amplified by horror stories from TV shows or well-meaning loved ones.

Keeping fear to a minimum throughout pregnancy and childbirth leads to calmer mothers, a calmer birth experience and a calmer baby.

Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool, helping you take control of your labour.

Facts:

Studies have shown that combining Hypnotherapy with the birthing process can:

  • Mean a shorter labour and birth

  • Reduce the need for pain relief or medication

  • Reduce pain and anxiety, promoting a more positive birth experiene

  • Lead to a calmer baby

  • Decreases the risk of an episiotomy

  • Reduces the risk of a managed labour

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What is the difference between “hypnobirthing” and hypnotherapy for birth?

“Hypnobirthing” is a structured, childbirth education program which incorporates elements of Hypnosis.

Whereas, Hypnotherapy for birth is a more holistic approach, using hypnosis to empower women through pregnancy and labour. It is a broader term encompassing various approaches, including using hypnosis for deep relaxation, pain management and anxiety reduction. The approach is freer and allows each hypnotherapist to tailor their services to specifically suit each mother’s wants and needs.

We can discuss the differences in more detail during a FREE Discovery Call.

Science:

Fear and tension intensify the birthing experience.

When a mother is fearful, her body releases stress hormones like adrenaline, which can tense muscles, including the uterus, and slow down labour.

By reducing anxiety and fear through hypnotherapy, the Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle is broken.

Hypnotherapy techniques, such as colour breathing, visualisation, and guided imagery, induce a relaxation response in the body. This response triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain relievers, and reduces the production of stress hormones.

The Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle is replaced with the Calm-Relaxed Cycle. When we relax, the Autonomic Nervous System, specifically the Parasympathetic System kicks in which reduces the fight-or-flight response.

There are a wealth of studies supporting that hypnotherapy promotes a positive birth experience, empowering mother’s to be in control of their labour, and enhancing the bond between parents and baby.

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How hypnotherapy can help:

During our time together you can expect to:

  • Learn techniques to help you manage anxiety from the early stages of pregnancy to birth and beyond.

  • Understand the science of pain, learning about the physiological and psychological processing of pain as well as how a positive mindset can literally change the chemicals within your body, improving your capacity to tolerate, focus and move past pain.

  • Understand the birthing process and your emotions towards it.

  • Learn self-hypnosis, relaxing, releasing, deepening, pain-relief, and visualisation techniques to enable you to remain calm and in control.

  • Connect with your natural birthing instincts, preparing you both physically and mentally for birth, allowing yourself to trust that your body is perfectly designed to birth your baby.

  • Write a birth plan and learn how to involve your birthing partner so that they become an important part of the experience.

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Transformation in 3 Simple Steps

  1. Discovery Call

20 minutes - Free

2. Initial Consultation

60 minutes - £25

3. Hypnotherapy Session

60 minutes - £85

Testimonials

Amanda

“Working with Gemma has been a truly transformative experience. When I first started therapy, I was overwhelmed by stress and struggling to cope. Through your compassionate and insightful approach, you helped me understand the roots of my stress and gave me practical tools to manage it effectively. What stood out most was the safe, nonjudgmental space that you created—one where I felt heard, supported, and empowered to make real changes. Thank you for helping me to regain a sense of clarity, calm, and confidence in facing daily challenges. I’m incredibly grateful for your support and would highly recommend Gemma to anyone navigating stress or seeking mental wellness.”

Genevieve

“Managing and running my own business results in me having a lot of stress and coping with a huge amount of other people’s stresses too. I contacted Gemma about hypnotherapy and whether she thought that may help. I was really impressed with her personal and professional manner throughout our first meeting, instantly grasping what industry I worked in and showing empathy for the areas of life that I found most stressful. Gemma’s thorough initial information gathering was evident throughout our four sessions, demonstrating her attentive listening and accurate understanding of my situation, thoughts, and feelings. Even now in times of stress I still mentally use the green shiny pebble in my pocket creating space and allowing me to breath and realign my thoughts. I would highly recommend Gemma for any hypnotherapy sessions that you may be thinking about.”

Simran

“I had the privilege of participating in hypnotherapy sessions with Gemma to help me manage stress and the experience truly exceeded my expectations. From the first session, she created a warm, professional, and safe environment that immediately put me at ease. Gemma listened with empathy and tailored each session to address the root causes of my stress. She exhibited outstanding expertise, perceptiveness, and attentiveness throughout the process. Through gentle and effective techniques, she helped me access a deeper sense of calm and control that I hadn’t experienced in a long time. I noticed a significant change in my emotional state and my ability to handle daily pressures more easily and resiliently. What impressed me most was her genuine care and commitment. She clearly wanted the best for me and took the time to ensure each session was meaningful and impactful. I wholeheartedly recommend Gemma to anyone struggling with stress or looking for a more balanced, peaceful approach to life. This experience has been a turning point, and I’m genuinely grateful. Thank you, Gemma!!”

Jo

“I had a Hypnotherapy session with Gemma to quit smoking. Gemma was professional throughout, discussing her ethical boundaries with me and quickly established a good rapport. She explained how the session would work creating a comfortable environment. I was unsure what to expect, as I haven't done anything like this before, but I have been smoke and vape free since the session and haven't felt the need to do so. Gemma did a great job and I'd highly recommend her.”

Holly

“Gemma was brilliant, from the moment I stepped into the room she made me feel calm and at ease. Any questions I had were answered clearly and she listened carefully and compassionately to me throughout our work together. I can safely say that if you put your all into therapy, you get a whole lot more out of it than you will ever have expected. Thank you Gemma.”

Ryan

“It was a pleasurable and relaxing experience having hypnotherapy. Gemma is very attentive, professional and engaging.”